Project Manager - Planning, Design and Construction

Lehigh Valley Hospital, Inc.; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a Project Manager to lead planning, design, and construction of capital projects across enterprise locations. The role drives scope, schedule and budget, coordinating external consultants, contractors, and internal teams to deliver outcomes that meet quality and regulatory standards.

Qualifications include a relevant Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of healthcare capital project management, with strong MEP knowledge and proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, architecture, or engineering is required.
• 5+ years of healthcare or higher education capital project management experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of building codes and regulatory requirements in healthcare and research facilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, design and construction of capital projects, including new buildings and renovations.
• Coordinate external contractors and in-house staff during construction activities.
• Develop and manage project scope, schedule and budget aligned with client needs and organizational goals.
• Assist in contracts for architectural and engineering consultants and oversee design through construction administration.
• Lead bidding, award and construction execution to ensure safety, efficiency and on-schedule delivery.
• Oversee ancillary components like telecommunications and relocation services.

Skills

Healthcare capital project management

MEP systems knowledge

Stakeholder management

Budgeting and scheduling

Regulatory compliance

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in construction management, architecture, or engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

eBuilder

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Job description

# Project Manager - Planning, Design and ConstructionFull-TimeDay ShiftDepartmentCSS-Design Const - Corp ServicesShift DetailsDay Shift, Monday-Friday 8:00a-4:30pApply NowJob IDwd-JR137245PostedAugust 4, 2026# Project Manager - Planning, Design and ConstructionApply NowSearch More Jobs**Join a team that delivers excellence.**Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is home to nearly 23,000 colleagues who make up our talented, vibrant and diverse workforce.Join our team and experience firsthand what it's like to be part of a healthcare organization that's nationally recognized, forward-thinking and offers plenty of opportunity to do great work.Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.Be part of an exceptional healthcare experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best healthcare possible every day.Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network. **Summary** This role is responsible for overseeing assigned capital projects at application enterprise locations. This includes full lifecycle project management—from planning and design through construction and project closeout. The role ensures successful execution of all project phases by coordinating with internal stakeholders, external consultants, contractors, and regulatory bodies to deliver projects on time, within budget, and in compliance with applicable codes and standards. **Job Duties*** Manage planning, design, and construction of capital projects, including new buildings and renovations at applicable enterprise location.* Coordinate and oversee both external contractors and in-house maintenance staff during construction and renovation activities.* Develop, maintain, and take accountability for project scope, schedule, and budget in alignment with client needs and organizational goals.* Assist in preparation and management of contracts for architectural and engineering consultants and oversee design activities through construction administration.* Lead bidding, award, and construction execution processes to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and on schedule.* Oversee ancillary project components such as telecommunications/data coordination and relocation services. **Minimum Qualifications*** Bachelor’s Degree in construction management, architecture, or engineering.* 5 years directly related experience in healthcare or higher education capital project management.* Strong working knowledge of Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems in healthcare, laboratory, and medical office environments.* Awareness of current industry trends and emerging technologies in MEP design.* Familiarity with AutoCAD and Revit for basic tasks and file manipulation.* Proficient in project management software including eBuilder, Microsoft Office, and Microsoft Project.* Working knowledge of building codes relevant to healthcare and research facilities.* Understanding of regulatory agencies such as the State Department of Health, City of Philadelphia, New Jersey Department of Health, and The Joint Commission. **Preferred Qualifications*** Engineering, architectural, construction management, facilities management, or related certificates, licenses, and registrations. **Physical Demands** Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, \*patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR. Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.https://youtu.be/GD67a9hIXUY. Opens in new tab.Lehigh Valley Health Network does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Agencies should not forward resumes to our job aliases, our employees or any other organization location. Lehigh Valley Health Network is not responsible for any agency fees related to unsolicited resumes.