Facilities Project Manager

FLSA Status

Job Role Summary

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Acts with honor and integrity that is congruent with our mission statement; Advocate, Care, Teach and Serve
• "Rounds for Outcomes" with key customers to build and maintain effective and healthy work relationships; staff, physicians, external vendors and partners, senior leaders
• Applies architecture and engineering principles in order to create facilities in concert with Hospital's goals and objectives
• Creates space program requirements and project specifications in order to specify materials/equipment for solicitation of competitive bids and/or successfully negotiation for design and construction projects
• Aids in preparation of reports on construction progress, project financial performance, and construction related performances as required
• Makes qualitative decisions in emergency situations relating to hospital procedures and interests
• Stays informed of new developments in health care facilities, equipment, construction methods and materials
• Interfaces with vendors, contractors, architects, consultants pertaining to facilities equipment and materials, and with state/city agencies, Joint Commission and Indiana State Department of Health for regulatory compliance

• Demonstrates understanding of the customer service concept; applies to personal practice, ensures patient and physician satisfaction data is reviewed with department on a consistent basis and that improvements are part of the department's quality plan
• Works with the Facilities' staff to objectively investigate all service complaints and provides appropriate assistance
• Attends meeting and serves on committees as assigned in support of Hospital operations - may be internal to the organization or external in the community
• Assists in resolving all problems concerning design/construction/maintenance projects utilizing minimum materials and financial resources
• Must maintain confidentiality of information: extreme discretion is necessary due to the positions' exposure to Hospital strategic plans, long range facilities, and potentially competitive programs

• Endeavors to include quality, performance improvement and regulatory understanding and readiness in all actions relative to facilities planning and design. Provides appropriate oversight of standards, policies, protocols, and procedures
• Secures a safe environment for patients and staff alike and works with Facilities to assure appropriate compliance with building codes, proactive infection prevention regulations, and the requirements of regulatory agencies
• Visits construction sites to assure performance of planning, quality, safety and scheduled completion purposes
• Endeavors to maximally create and encourage sustainable environments

• Demonstrates knowledge and a good understanding of basic accounting principles relative to project budget review and performance
• Assumes responsibility for the development and expenditure of financial resources for any design and construction projects; is accountable for expenses, contractual obligations, invoicing and billing approval for all projects

• Fosters a collaborative work environment in which those engaged in project efforts can freely and openly communicate needs and requirements
• Engages project teams in a collaborative manner to achieve the organization's goals through effective communication and staff involvement
• Provides regular project feedback to departmental management

• Works to effectively plan and implement changes to space utilization on the healthcare campuses

Job Requirements

• BA/BS in interior design, architecture or construction management; significant project management experience may be considered in lieu of education tied to specific areas of study as listed
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in project development, design or construction and 1 to 3 years of which were in a health care environment or demonstrated responsibilities acting as the Owner

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Fluent in AutoCad, Revit, and/or other appropriate graphic devices for a minimum of 2-3 years to illustrate intent of project requirements in graphic form
• Demonstrates a high level of problem-solving skills and decision-making processes
• Expresses effective verbal and written communication skills essential for effective communication with all levels of Hospital, Corporation, and outside vendors for contracted services
• Demonstrates knowledge of design/construction, techniques/scheduling, construction/purchasing law, and health care related building codes and regulations
• Demonstrates ability to recognize and support successes; both large and small, individual and group