Construction Project Manager

Bryan Health; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Bryan Health in Lincoln, Nebraska seeks an experienced Principal Project Manager to lead complex healthcare capital construction projects through planning, design, procurement, construction, occupancy and closeout.

You will manage scope, budget, schedule, quality, and compliance while coordinating with clinical leaders, facilities, IT, and external partners to ensure patient care continuity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management required; 5+ years construction experience, healthcare preferred.
• In lieu of a bachelor's degree in Construction Management, a bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business or related field with 7 years of relevant construction experience accepted.
• Minimum 3 years of experience leading moderate to large projects using established project management methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex healthcare construction and renovation projects from planning through occupancy and closeout.
• Manage project scope, budget, schedule, and priorities to support clinical services and organizational goals.
• Coordinate selection of architects, engineers, contractors, and consultants; align with Supply Chain, Legal, and leadership.
• Direct project teams and monitor contractual obligations, schedule, cost, and quality.
• Lead project meetings, document decisions, and drive timely resolution of issues and field conflicts.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Budgeting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Business or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Scheduling software

Job description

GENERAL SUMMARY

Leads complex healthcare capital construction and renovation projects throughout the project lifecycle, including planning, design, procurement, construction, occupancy, and closeout. Accountable for project scope, budget, schedule, quality, compliance, and stakeholder engagement while coordinating internal departments and external project partners to achieve organizational and operational objectives.

PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. *Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values.
2. Independently lead complex healthcare construction and renovation projects from planning through occupancy and closeout.
3. Manage project scope, budget, schedule, and priorities to support clinical services, end‑user needs, and organizational goals.
4. Lead feasibility studies, preliminary budgeting, and project planning to support capital funding decisions.
5. Guide clinical leaders and end‑users through programming and design, aligning patient care needs, workflows, and future growth with available resources.
6. Lead selection of architects, engineers, contractors, and consultants; coordinate contract scope and terms with Supply Chain, Legal, and leadership.
7. Direct project teams and hold project partners accountable for contractual obligations, schedule, cost, and quality.
8. Lead project meetings, document decisions, and drive timely resolution of action items, design questions, and field conflicts.
9. Review drawings, specifications, estimates, and schedules for constructability, coordination, and alignment with healthcare operational requirements.
10. Coordinate infrastructure, medical equipment, technology, and building system requirements with Facilities, Bio‑Med, IT, and other support departments.
11. Oversee construction phasing, logistics, shutdowns, and temporary services to maintain patient care and minimize operational disruption.
12. Coordinate infection prevention, interim life safety, and construction safety requirements with responsible departments and project partners.
13. Oversee project reviews, permitting, and inspections for alignment with applicable codes, healthcare regulations, and organizational standards.
14. Maintain total project budgets, cash flow projections, and forecasts of anticipated final costs.
15. Monitor expenditures, commitments, contingencies, and pending changes; address potential overruns and lead value engineering efforts.
16. Evaluate and negotiate change proposals, review pay applications and invoices, and secure required approvals.
17. Monitor construction progress, procurement lead times, and critical milestones; implement corrective actions to address delays.
18. Identify and manage project risks, resolve complex issues, and escalate decisions requiring leadership approval.
19. Maintain complete project records and provide leadership and end‑users with clear updates on budget, schedule, risks, and decisions needed.
20. Monitor construction quality and coordinate testing, commissioning, and correction of deficiencies.
21. Lead operational readiness, occupancy, and closeout, including equipment installation, staff training, punch lists, financial reconciliation, and turnover documentation.
22. Provide technical guidance and mentorship while improving healthcare project delivery processes and standards.
23. Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in field of expertise.
24. Participates in meetings, committees and department projects as assigned.
25. Performs other related projects and duties as assigned.

(Essential Job functions are marked with an asterisk "*").

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

1. Maintains clinical competency as required for the unit including but not limited to age‑specific competencies relative to patient’s growth and developmental needs, annual skill competency verification and mandatory education and competencies.
2. Knowledge of system development life cycles and project methodologies.
3. Knowledge of computer hardware equipment and software applications relevant to work functions. Understanding of Microsoft Suite or similar scheduling software.
4. Knowledge of the structure and functions of a hospital and medical center system.
5. Ability to analyze problems, identify needs, priorities risks, manage change and implement effective work strategies.
6. Ability to manage the scope, time, cost, complexity and quality of the assigned project.
7. Ability to translate project purpose and vision into measurable, obtainable outcomes.
8. Ability to plan, organize and coordinate multiple tasks and projects with minimal supervision.
9. Ability to monitor budget and predict buying and spending patterns in alignment with the medical center strategic objectives.
10. Ability to lead multi‑disciplinary teams.
11. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
12. Ability to coordinate multiple services and functions among staff in frequently high stress situations in order to achieve project goals.
13. Ability to utilize knowledge of formal and informal organizational structures to elevate issues and facilitate effective decision making at optimal times.
14. Ability to utilize leadership and teamwork skills to freely gain support and cooperation from coworkers throughout the organization and external vendors.
15. Ability to perform crucial conversations with desired outcomes.
16. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of personnel and medical staff.
17. Ability to problem solve and engage independent critical thinking skills.
18. Ability to maintain confidentiality relevant to sensitive information.
19. Ability to prioritize work demands and work with minimal supervision.
20. Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management required, along with a minimum of five (5) years of construction experience, preferably in the healthcare industry. In lieu of a bachelor's degree in Construction Management, a bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field will be accepted with seven (7) years of relevant construction experience. In addition, all candidates must possess a minimum of three (3) years of experience leading moderate to large projects using established project management methodologies.

OTHER CREDENTIALS / CERTIFICATIONS

Certification of Project Management (PMP) preferred. Certified Healthcare Constructor (CHC) preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

(Physical Requirements are based on federal criteria and assigned by Human Resources upon review of the Principal Job Functions.)

(DOT) - Characterizes as sedentary work requiring exertion up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.