Capital Project Manager

Trinity Health; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health in Des Moines, IA, is seeking a Construction Project Manager to oversee hospital construction projects from design through close-out. The role requires 5–7 years of healthcare construction experience, knowledge of building codes, CAD, budgeting, and coordination with architects and leadership.

On-site, with opportunities to mentor staff and ensure safety and regulatory compliance. Responsibilities include coordinating with design partners, managing budget estimates, and delivering

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, business or related field.
• 5–7 years in architectural design and/or construction project management.
• Experience with cost estimating and capital budgeting.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specs.
• Familiarity with building codes and CAD tools.
• Experience with healthcare construction projects and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of construction projects from design through close-out.
• Coordinate with Trinity Health architects, leadership, and partners.
• Oversee safety, infection control, and regulatory compliance during construction.
• Develop budgets, cost estimates, and financial reporting for projects.
• Monitor schedules and report costs and progress to stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

CAD (AutoCAD) proficiency

Budgeting and cost estimation

Reading blueprints & specs

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/Construction Management/Business

Tools

Capital project management software

Budgeting tools

Job description

Employment Type: Full time

This position is responsible for managing construction projects. The position will manage all aspects of projects; design, capital budgeting, contracting, negotiating, bidding, construction managers, safety, coordinating IT and medical equipment planning, supporting building activation and occupancy, and finalizing project close-out on projects. Manages projects with complete scope, schedule, and financial responsibility.

• Plans and coordinates master planning initiatives in the markets.
• Coordinates closely with the Trinity Health approved architects and selects support design partners.
• Coordinate across the leadership teams to ensure the coordination of their programs into the management plans of the projects.
• Responsibility for construction safety programs and infection control for patients and the Environment of Care during construction operations.
• Ensures project reports are delivered in a timely manner to stakeholders.
• Responsible for the recommendation of construction management platforms.
• May lead a small team; serves as a mentor.
• Provides leadership reports regarding project costs and schedule with regular professional level reporting.
• Works to support compliance with Joint Commission, CMMS, OSHA, state Department of Health and other governing bodies.
• Provides coordination and administration of construction/renovation projects, both on and off campus.
• Provides budget cost estimates for in-house projects.
• Prepares facilities planning reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Facilitates between the design team, end users, leadership and the authorities having jurisdiction to complete design and construction/state permitting and licensure.
• Maintains documentation and prepares reports on construction and renovation projects. Manages construction projects to schedule and within budget.
• Responsible for the activation, transition and go-live of assigned projects.
• Coordinates and oversees project components including furniture and equipment procurement, IT, Clinical Engineering, Marketing, and licensure.
• Responsible for implementation of the interim life safety and infection control plans. Identifies current and future facilities planning requirements.
• Evaluates facility suitability by inspecting buildings and office areas.
• Assists Director, internal customers, and architects with building and campus design.
• Complies with federal, state, and local legal facility requirements and advises management on requirements.
• Provides functional supervision to in-house facility engineers.
• Maintains medical center way-finding standards.

This Position Requires you to be On-Site In Person

Minimum Qualifications

Education / Accreditation / Licensure:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, or Business or relevant work experience required. Years of experience will be considered.

Experience:

• Min 5-7 year’s exp in architectural design and/or construction project management.
• Total project cost estimating construction.
• Experience reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications.
• Must be familiar with building codes.
• Basic drafting and CAD (computer aided drafting) experience
• Experience in capital project management software.
• Must have experience with financial and operational management and analysis experience with technical estimating and budgeting tools for construction.
• Must have Health Care Construction Experience

Additional Qualifications (nice to have)

• Healthcare project experience
• PMP certification is preferred.
• American Society of Healthcare Engineers (ASHE) - Certified Healthcare Constructor (CHC) within 3 months of hire.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.