Preconstruction Manager / Sr Project Manager

Kitchell; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 195,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

Kitchell is seeking an experienced Pre-Construction Manager / Sr. Project Manager (OSHPD/HCAI) to join the Bay Area region in San Francisco. Approximately 12 months of pre-construction services for a large ground-up hospital project, with front-end work that can be done remotely.

Phase Two shifts to on-site PM/CM services at the project site, coordinating with Owners, contractors, engineers and hospital stakeholders; strong emphasis on safety, quality, cost controls, and schedule management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related discipline preferred.
• 12+ years of construction experience with minimum 5 years in the California Healthcare market sector as a PM.
• Experience with pre-construction programming and stakeholder coordination is required.
• Experience working with hospital stakeholders (Physicians, Staff, Facilities) is preferred.
• Experience with hospital ground-up tower construction projects greater than $150M.

Responsibilities

• Execute pre-construction services for a new ground-up hospital tower.
• Act as an Owners Representative with direct client / stakeholder facing responsibilities.
• On-site quality assurance of contractor work.
• Coordinate, direct, and monitor activities of contractors, subcontractors, engineers, architects, and related performing entities.
• Manage project controls, cost, schedule, performance activities, and procedures required by the client.
• Conduct project meetings and provide documentation, administration, and tracking of relevant information.
• Ensure contractor, architect, and engineer adhere to contractual requirements on safety, performance, staff and equipment.
• Provide management of project logistics, organization, safety, and workforce utilization.
• Ensure project closeout to obtain guarantees, warranties, and related provisions for final delivery to owner.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder coordination

Contract management

Reading drawings/blueprints

Procore

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Office

Job description

Brief Description

Kitchell is seeking an experienced and dedicated Pre-Construction Manager / Sr. Project Manager (OSHPD/HCAI) to join our Bay Area region in the city of San Francisco and build a long-term career at one of the most innovative and growth-oriented building companies in the United States.

Overview

Approximately 12 months of pre-construction services for a large ground-up hospital project with an emphasis on MEP systems. This front-end work can be executed remotely. Eventually, there will be a pivot to construction. The execution of PM/CM Services will be on location at the project site.

Responsibilities

Phase One

• Execute pre-construction services for a new ground-up hospital tower
• Strong knowledge of contracts, drawings, estimates, and specifications to ensure relation and compliance to project requirements, with an emphasis on MEP systems

Phase Two

• Act as an Owners Representative with direct client / stakeholder facing responsibilities
• Responsible for onsite quality assurance of contractor work
• Coordinate, direct, and monitor activities of the contractors, subcontractors, engineers, architects, and related performing entities
• Collaborate with IOR and HCAI field officials
• Manage project controls, cost, schedule, performance activities, and procedures required by the client
• Conduct project meetings and provide documentation, administration, and tracking of relevant information
• Ensure contractor, architect, and engineer, adhere to contractual requirements on areas of safety, performance, project staff, and equipment
• Provide management of project logistics, organization, safety, and work force utilization
• Ensure project closeout to obtain guarantees, warranties, and related provisions for final project delivery to the owner
• Perform other duties as required to ensure project success

Requirements

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related discipline is preferred
• 12 or more years of construction experience with a minimum of 5 years in the California Healthcare market sector as a PM is required
• Experience with pre-construction programming and stakeholder coordination is required
• Experience working and coordinating with hospital shareholders such as Physicians, Staff, and Facilities is preferred
• Experience with new ground up hospital tower construction projects greater than $150M of construction value is preferred

Knowledge And Skills

• Knowledge of design requirements, architecturally significant medical equipment, and current industry practices and trends specific to the Healthcare/HCAI sector in California is required
• Advanced knowledge and application of project development, design-phase management, construction estimating, cost, project controls/scheduling, documentation, engineering/construction principles, contracts and delivery methods are required
• Proficient use of the Microsoft Suite of tools is required, user skills with Procore are preferred
• Ability to read and comprehend technical drawings and blueprints is required
• Strong collaboration, conflict resolution and team building skills are required and essential

Travel Requirements

At the completion of the pre-construction work this position will pivot from remote work to being project site based on location in San Francisco, CA.

License and Certifications

A valid California driver’s license with an acceptable motor vehicle record, free from suspensions or restrictions, is required

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must regular work in an office and or construction environment. Conditions regularly include exposure to outdoor elements, hot/cold temperatures, wet atmospheric conditions, and cramped quarters with occasionally loud noise level in the work.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must regular sit, stand, walk, talk or hear and use hands to finger, feel and handle; frequently reach with hands and arms; occasionally climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Must frequently lift and or move 10 pounds and occasionally lift and or move up to 50 pounds.

ABOUT OUR COMPANY

Founded in 1950, Kitchell began as a commercial contracting business and over the years developed new talents and enterprises, acquiring complementary businesses and expertise to remain competitive. Today, Kitchell Corporation serves as the holding entity for several companies that are integral to Kitchell's core business, as well as those that operate independently. We provide a wide range of services within the built environment, including general contracting, construction management, development, facilities management, engineering, architecture, and myriad other services. Our employees manage projects from our main offices located in Arizona, California, and Texas. We offer an entrepreneurial environment that fosters personal and professional growth through in-house education programs, formal and informal mentoring, and cross-training opportunities. At Kitchell, we prioritize internal growth and building careers from within. We consistently rank among the top places to work, thanks to our tenured staff and outstanding benefits that are designed to enrich our employees’ physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. These benefits include company performance bonuses, discretionary stock options, incentive bonuses, health, and life insurance, health savings accounts (HSA) with wellness incentives, flexible spending accounts (FSA), 401(k) plans with a 4% company match, tuition reimbursement, weight loss programs, discounted auto insurance, identity theft protection, rewards programs, and much more.

Kitchell is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

The annual base salary range for this role is currently $195,000 - $215,000. The Company’s salary ranges are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual pay is determined through interviews and an assessment of various factors, including job-related skills, relevant education and experience, abilities of the applicant and equity with other team members. The annual base salary range listed here is subject to change at any time, in the Company’s discretion, and does not alter in any way the at-will nature of the employment relationship.