Senior Project Manager - Critical Facilities Projects & Planning - OFMD

Overview

Scheduled Hours 40

Position Summary The Operations & Facilities Management Department at WashU Medicine is committed to delivering a comprehensive range of services to support the medical campus. We oversee maintenance and operations for 65 buildings, encompassing over 14.8 million gross square feet of space. This includes the 11-story, 609,000-square-foot neuroscience research building, which houses one of the world’s highest concentrations of neuroscientists. Our responsibilities include operational and administrative support, strategic planning, and project management.

Furthermore, as WashU Medicine continues to expand its presence both on and off campus in areas such as teaching, clinical care, and research, our team remains instrumental in ensuring the seamless delivery of clinical care, advancing research initiatives, and facilitating educational endeavors.

Senior Project Manager role The Senior Project Manager provides strategic leadership and oversight for multiple small to large, complex facilities and capital projects from initiation through completion. This role ensures projects are executed in alignment with institutional standards, vision, and the department’s project delivery process. Responsibilities include managing all phases of planning, design, and construction for on- and off-campus projects, with a focus on quality, budget, and schedule.

Serving as the owner’s representative, the Senior Project Manager leads coordination with internal departments and external partners, including BJH, SLCH, and BJC, to ensure seamless integration across campus initiatives. The position evaluates project requirements, provides expert recommendations and technical review, and ensures compliance with design standards, building codes, and safety regulations. This role also consults with stakeholders to define facility needs, develop project scopes, and support activation and operational readiness.

The Senior Project Manager maintains accountability for project budgets, schedules, and documentation, balancing institutional priorities while guiding teams toward successful project outcomes in support of WashU Medicine’s strategic goals.

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