Project Manager

Kitchell; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Kitchell is seeking an experienced Project Manager (OSHPD/HCAI) to lead projects in the Bay Area. The role is focused on the California Healthcare Market, and requires strong knowledge of contracts, quality assurance, and coordination with various stakeholders.

The ideal candidate should have at least 8 years of construction experience, including 3 years as a PM in the healthcare sector. The annual salary range for this position is between $120,000 - $140,000.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of construction experience with a minimum of 3 years in California healthcare market as a PM.
• Ability to read and comprehend technical drawings and blueprints.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable motor vehicle record.

Responsibilities

• Act as an Owners Representative with direct client facing responsibilities.
• Responsible for onsite quality assurance of contractor work.
• Conduct project meetings and provide documentation.

Skills

Knowledge of design requirements

Advanced construction estimating

Proficient in Microsoft Suite

Strong collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Architecture

Tools

Procore

Job description

Brief Description

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

Overview

Site based client facing positions performing CM Services for occupied space work in the California Healthcare Market Sector.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Act as an Owners Representative with direct client facing responsibilities
• Strong knowledge of contracts, drawings, estimates, and specifications to ensure relation and compliance to project requirements
• 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
• 8 or more years of construction experience with a minimum of 3 years in the California Healthcare market sector as a PM is required
• Experience working and coordinating with hospital shareholders such as Physicians, Staff, and Facilities is preferred
• Experience with pre‑construction programming and stakeholder coordination is strongly desired

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

This position is project site based on location in Martinez, CA.

License and Certifications

• Valid 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 regularly 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 regularly 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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

Salary

The annual base salary range for this role is currently $120,000 - $140,000. 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.