Healthcare Construction Project Manager III

Kootenai Hospital

Coeur d'Alene (ID)

Hybrid

USD 120,000 - 160,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

Dental, vision, life insurance

Tuition assistance

Retirement plans with matching

Shift differentials

Wellness program

PerkSpot discounts

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Kootenai Health in Idaho is seeking a Healthcare Construction Project Manager III to lead major clinical construction initiatives, ensuring patient safety, clinical continuity, and regulatory compliance across complex programs. This role oversees budgets, negotiates with design and construction partners, and aligns long-term capital planning with organizational goals.

The position requires extensive healthcare construction experience, advanced certifications preferred, and collaboration with

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field required.
High School diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum 10 years’ experience in construction management; at least 7 years in healthcare construction.
PMP certification preferred.
Advanced certifications such as CHC, LEED AP, DBIA strongly preferred.
Expert understanding of MEP/structural systems, life safety codes, public works standards, and healthcare delivery models.
Experience approving complex technical packages, value engineering options, and compliance plans.

Responsibilities

Oversee portfolio of major clinical construction projects including imaging expansions and infrastructure modernization.
Lead feasibility studies, design development, code compliance reviews, and contractor negotiations.
Serve as senior liaison with clinicians, regulatory bodies, leadership, and design teams.
Ensure capital projects meet federal, state, and healthcare-specific codes (NFPA, FGI, DNV/NIOSH).
Lead system-wide environmental and safety risk programs.
Oversee multimillion-dollar capital budgets and bond-funded programs.
Negotiate with A/E firms, construction managers, and specialty consultants.
Establish long-term capital planning and replacement schedules.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Risk management

Project portfolio management

Cross-functional communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Healthcare Construction Project Manager III

Facility Kootenai Health
Department Facilities - Planning and Property Management

Position Summary

This position oversees major capital construction and multi-year program portfolios across complex, active clinical environments. Serves as the senior authority for healthcare construction strategy, regulatory compliance, and enterprise-level risk management, ensuring patient safety, clinical continuity, and long-term organizational objectives are maintained throughout large-scale and high-risk construction initiatives.

Responsibilities

Manages a portfolio of major clinical construction projects, including imaging expansions, surgical suite upgrades, and infrastructure modernization
Leads feasibility studies, design development, code compliance reviews, and contractor negotiations
Serves as senior liaison with clinicians, regulatory bodies, leadership, and design teams
Ensures all capital projects meet federal, state and healthcare specific codes (NFPA, FGI, DNV/NIOSH)
Leads system wide environmental and safety risk programs
Oversees multimillion-dollar capital budgets and bond funded programs
Leads negotiations with A/E firms, construction managers, and specialty consultants
Establishes long term capital planning and replacement schedules
Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
Performs other related duties as assigned
Competent to meet age-specific needs of the unit assigned

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Construction Management or a related field required
High School diploma or equivalent required
Minimum 10 years’ experience in construction management required; including at least 7 years experience in healthcare construction
PMP certification preferred
Advanced certifications such as CHC, LEED AP, DBIA are strongly preferred
Expert understanding of MEP/structural systems, life safety codes, public works standards, and healthcare construction delivery models
Prior experience approving complex technical packages, value engineering options, and compliance plans

Working Conditions

Must be able to lift and move up to 35 lbs
Must be able to climb stairs or ladders
Must be able to kneel, stoop or crouchRequired to bend
Must be able to reach arms above or below shoulder height
Must be able to maintain a standing and/or sitting position
Must be able to move or traverse with/without accommodation
Must be able to communicate and exchange accurate information
Travel required on a regular basis to assigned work sites
Typical equipment used in an office job

About Kootenai Health

Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider.

We offer you:

Comprehensive medical coverage, including fully employer‑paid options for eligible full‑time employees, plus affordable plans for part‑time staff. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
Dental, vision, life, and pet insurance, with telemedicine and wellbeing resources available to all employees
Tuition assistance after 90 days to support your professional growth
Retirement plans with pre‑tax and Roth options and employer matching from 3%–6%
Competitive pay, plus night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials
Award‑winning wellness program with coaching, financial wellness resources, and free or discounted access to fitness centers and premium wellbeing apps
PerkSpot discounts providing access to thousands of exclusive deals in over 25 categories
And an employee referral bonus program

Kootenai Health provides exceptional support for extraordinary careers. If you want to work on a high-quality, person-centered healthcare team, we can't wait to meet you!

Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.

A variety of medical, dental, and vision insurance plans are available to both full and part-time employees, with some available at no cost to the employee. In addition, benefit-eligible employees also gain access to the following: