Clinic Development Project Manager

Soar Autism Center; United States; Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Soar Autism Center in the Northeast US is seeking a Clinic Development Project Manager to lead planning, design, permitting and opening of new clinics. You will coordinate internal teams (operations, real estate, finance) and external partners (architects, engineers, contractors) to deliver on time and within budget.

The role requires juggling multiple projects, travel to sites monthly, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in project management or construction management.
• Able to lift boxes (~15 lbs) for center setup.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Current Soar employees must be in good standing.
• Experience with healthcare/interior buildouts preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple clinic buildouts from lease execution through occupancy.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules and milestones.
• Coordinate with real estate and leadership on scope and timelines.
• Oversee architects, engineers through design and documents.
• Track budgets, bids, change orders, and cost savings.
• Coordinate FF&E, IT, security, and life-safety installations.
• Support smooth handoff to clinic operations and facilities.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Multitasking

Leadership

Problem solving

Tools

Smartsheet

Job description

Soar Autism Center is an innovative healthcare provider at the frontlines of the autism market, one of the largest growth markets in healthcare services today.

Soar is building a network of clinics where autistic children and their families receive life-shaping services that support them to thrive. We are building a premium service for families with differentiated quality/experience in our clinics, advancing the standard of care in autism and capturing share in a rapidly growing market.

Specifically, we provide comprehensive, evidence-based services to children 6 and under with autism. Our care model is focused on a “one-stop shop” integrated autism center, and play-based models of behavior therapy based on the Early Start Denver Model. We craft individual therapy plans in deep coordination with families, setting goals that are ambitious and focusing on building skills that enable children to grow into their fullest selves. We provide care in a state-of-the-art, autistic-friendly facility, with the goal that a child’s time at the center mirrors an early childhood learning experience. We prioritize early intervention, comprehensive supportive services, and positive, developmentally appropriate learning that meets the needs of each unique child and family.

After quickly reaching capacity in 2021, Soar has since grown across the Denver and Phoenix markets to a total of ~40 centers. With exciting growth plans for 2026, we're looking to hire a Clinic Development Project Manager to support efforts in the Growth and Development team. Join us as we strive to advance the standard of clinical excellence in autism therapy today!

Preferred location: Northeast US. Hybrid / Remote with travel to clinic sites as needed.

The Clinic Development Project Manager, is responsible for managing the planning, design, permitting, construction, and setup of new Soar Autism Center clinics. This role serves as the central point of coordination between internal stakeholders (operations, clinical leadership, real estate, finance) and external partners (landlords, architects, engineers, general contractors, vendors, and local authorities) for projects they oversee.

The ideal candidate is comfortable owning multiple projects simultaneously, thrives in fast-paced growth environments, and can balance schedule, budget, and quality while navigating regulatory and landlord constraints.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Coordination

• Manage multiple clinic buildouts simultaneously from lease execution through certificate of occupancy and handover to operations.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, milestones, and critical path items.
• Coordinate with real estate and leadership on scope definition and delivery timelines, while proactively flagging risks and barriers.

Design & Permitting

• Oversee architects and engineers through schematic design, design development, and construction documents.
• Ensure designs align with Soar’s clinical, operational, branding, and life-safety standards.
• Coordinate permit submissions, plan review comments, and resubmittals with local jurisdictions.
• Track and manage jurisdictional approvals, inspections, and certificates of occupancy.
• Develop furniture, technology, and artwork plans for assigned projects.

Construction Management

• Serve as Soar’s representative during construction.
• Review contractor schedules, pay applications, change orders, and close-out documentation.
• Monitor construction progress to ensure adherence to approved plans, budget, and schedule.
• Identify risks early and proactively propose mitigation strategies.

Budget & Cost Management

• Track project budgets, including TI allowances, landlord work, and tenant-funded scope.
• Review cost estimates and change orders for accuracy and alignment with scope.
• Support negotiations with landlords and contractors related to scope, cost, and responsibility splits.
• Review construction bids for thoroughness and cost saving opportunities.

Setup & Opening Support

• Coordinate furniture, fixtures, equipment (FF&E), IT, security, and life-safety system installations.
• Oversee punch lists, final inspections, and collect close-out documentation.
• Support smooth handoff to clinic operations and facilities teams.

Qualifications

Required:

• 2+ years of experience in project management, construction management, or related roles
• Ability to lift boxes (up to ~15 lbs) to assist in center set up
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Current Soar employees must be in good standing in their current roles

Preferred

• Experience managing commercial interior buildouts (healthcare, education, office)
• Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Smartsheet)
• Familiarity with landlord-delivered work and TI allowance structures
• Understanding of permitting, inspections, and construction workflows

Key Competencies

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and problem-solving in real time
• Collaborative and service-oriented mindset
• Able to balance speed, quality, and cost in a growth environment
• Confident interfacing with senior leadership and external partners
• Able to clearly set expectations and hold contractors accountable
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings
• Ability to lead meetings and coordinate with project team members

Travel

• Monthly travel required to clinic sites during construction and opening phases.

Soar Autism Center is committed to diversity and inclusion at all levels. As an equal opportunity employer, we strictly prohibit discrimination or harassment and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristics.