Project Manager-Design and Construction Senior

Indiana University Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking a Senior Project Manager-Design and Construction for an onsite role in Indianapolis. You will lead complex healthcare construction projects, guiding strategy, budgets, and schedules while coordinating designers, contractors and vendors across multiple sites.

You will mentor staff, oversee cost control and procurement, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance in all phases of delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, an engineering discipline, architecture or related field is required.
• 7–10 years of relevant project management experience.
• Certificate in Healthcare is preferred.
• Knowledge of business, management, finance, and project cost control techniques.
• Familiarity with NFPA Life Safety Code, IDOH Regulations, FGI Guidelines, IBC and ADA.
• Ability to use software tools including eBuilder, Oracle, Power BI, Smartsheet and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex construction projects with autonomy and leadership across all delivery phases (Initiation, Planning, Execution, Closeout).
• Develop estimates and comprehensive budgets; create and manage project schedules.
• Direct procurement strategies and coordinate designers, contractors, and vendors; mitigate conflicts.
• Provide regular reporting to Design and Construction leadership and manage cost forecasting.
• Ensure safety compliance and maintain turnover deliverables such as record drawings and warranties.
• Mentor team members and support training and development.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Cost control

Scheduling

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or architecture

Healthcare certification (preferred)

Tools

eBuilder

Oracle

Power BI

Smartsheet

Microsoft Office

Job description

Project Manager-Design and Construction Senior

This is an onsite position located in Indianapolis, Indiana, travelling throughout the state as needed.

Description

The Senior Project Manager leads complex construction projects with a high degree of autonomy, strategic insight, and operational leadership. This individual contributor drives departmental improvement initiatives, mentors team members, and represents the Design and Construction (D&C) department with professionalism across all levels of IU Health leadership. They motivate teams, guide project strategy, and ensure adherence to organizational goals. This person oversees project performance across all phases of project delivery - Initiation, Planning, Execution, and Closeout - ensuring quality delivery, financial stewardship, and full compliance with safety requirements that protect patients, staff, visitors, and contractors.

The Senior Project Manager’s responsibilities include developing estimates and comprehensive budgets, creating and managing project schedules, leading meetings, and directing procurement strategies. They ensure seamless coordination among designers, contractors, and vendors, mitigate conflicts, and maintain detailed documentation throughout the project lifecycle. This person provides regular reporting to D&C leadership, manages cost forecasting, and oversees turnover deliverables such as record drawings and warranties. They also support broader team functions, reprioritize workload as needed, assist with training and development, and promote adherence to the IU Health Safety Program, contributing to a collaborative and high performing project environment.

Key Relationships

Reports to: Director-Design and Construction Portfolio

Direct Reports: None

Candidate Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, an engineering discipline, architecture or other related field is required.
• Requires 7-10 years of relevant experience.
• Certificate in Healthcare is preferred.
• Requires knowledge of business, management, finance, and project cost control techniques.
• Requires comprehension of applicable regulations, such as the NFPA Life Safety Code, IDOH Regulations including the FGI Guidelines for Design and Construction of Health Care Facilities, International Building Code, and Americans with Disability Act.
• Requires the ability to utilize software programs and templates including but not limited to: eBuilder, Oracle, Power BI, Smartsheet, and a working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Requires the ability to excel in strategic planning and leadership, balancing overall perspective and project delivery.
• Must be comfortable leading engagements with all levels of leadership while representing the department professionally and positively.
• Requires strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire others, and is capable of training, leading, and mentoring.

Indiana University Health is unlike any other healthcare system and we’re looking for team members who share the things that matter most to us. IU Health leaders play a crucial role in advancing the mission of our organization and inspiring teams to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients. As one of Indiana’s largest employers and the most comprehensive medical system in the state, our vision to lead the transformation of healthcare through quality, innovation and education, and make Indiana one of the nation’s healthiest states. IU Health is the largest health system in Indiana with nearly 40,000 team members, 15 hospitals and $8.64 billion in operating revenue. The system’s programs in cancer, cardiovascular, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatrics and transplants have received national recognition for quality patient care. IU Health, in partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine, bring together highly skilled physicians, researchers, and educators into close collaboration to provide world-class care for children and adults and improve the health of patients and communities across Indiana.

Indiana University Health is dedicated to a fair hiring process and is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination for all individuals, regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender identity, expression, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.