Senior Facilities Project Manager - Activation

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

Houston (TX)

Hybrid

USD 123,000 - 185,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid medical coverage

PTO & Extended Illness Bank

Tuition Assistance Program

Pension through TRS

Job summary

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a Senior Facilities Project Manager of Activation to lead activation and deactivation phases of large capital projects. You will define scope, schedules, and resources, oversee equipment procurement, move coordination, and ensure contracts and budgets align with objectives.

The role requires extensive project management experience in facility activation, stakeholder management, and compliance with institutional and industry standards,

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Construction Science or related field.
Minimum 5 years of project management/construction experience.
Experience with major academic healthcare or research facilities preferred.
Ability to independently manage complex activation projects within budget, scope, and schedule.

Responsibilities

Lead activation and deactivation phases of complex facility projects.
Define project scope, schedules, and resources for large-scale capital projects.
Oversee activation planning, equipment procurement, move coordination, and deactivation of spaces.
Manage activation scope, budget, schedule, and contract compliance.
Represent Facilities Planning, Design and Construction on activation projects.
Coordinate stakeholder activities to support successful transitions to end users.
Ensure adherence to institutional requirements and industry standards.

Skills

Project management

Construction management

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management

Job description

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. The Senior Facilities Project Manager of Activation plays a critical role in supporting complex facility projects that enable exceptional patient care, research, and operational excellence. The Senior Facilities Project Manager of Activation provides activation leadership across large-scale capital projects, ensuring successful transitions from construction completion through occupancy and operational readiness.

At UT MD Anderson, the Senior Facilities Project Manager of Activation serves as the Facilities Planning, Design and Construction representative for assigned projects. Working within Facilities Planning, Design and Construction this position leads activation and deactivation planning, transition coordination, equipment procurement, move management, and stakeholder engagement to support successful facility openings and closures.

The ideal candidate for the Senior Facilities Project Manager of Activation will possess extensive project management expertise in capital facility activation, procurement processes, construction practices, equipment installation requirements, stakeholder management, and regulatory compliance. Education, experience, and licensure requirements were not provided; therefore, candidates should demonstrate the qualifications necessary to independently manage complex activation projects while maintaining quality, budget, and schedule objectives.

Salary Range: $123,000 - $154,000 - $185,000

Why Us?

UT MD Anderson offers the opportunity to lead highly visible facility activation initiatives that directly support the institution's mission of cancer care, research, education, and prevention. This role provides exposure to complex capital projects, interdisciplinary collaboration, professional growth opportunities, and the ability to make a lasting impact while maintaining a strong commitment to employee well-being and career development.

Benefits

Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.

Responsibilities

Project Management

Lead, plan, organize, and direct the implementation of activation and deactivation phases of complex facility projects
Define project scope, schedules, and resource requirements for large-scale capital projects
Manage activation planning, equipment procurement, move coordination, and deactivation of existing spaces
Independently oversee complex major capital facility activation projects with minimal direction
Manage activation scope, budget, schedule, and project contract compliance
Ensure activation components are completed on schedule, within approved budgets, and according to quality standards

Stakeholder Leadership & Communication

Represent Facilities Planning, Design and Construction on assigned activation projects
Guide project teams including customers, contractors, construction managers, consultants, internal resources, and Facilities

Management Division groups

Facilitate productive actions through conflict management and effective communication
Coordinate stakeholder activities to support successful project transitions to end users
Generate, collect, disseminate, store, and manage project activation information

Compliance & Contract Administration

Manage contractual compliance and relationships for assigned projects
Define and implement contractual and financial strategies
Coordinate approval procedures with BOR, THECB, FSC, and associated state agencies
Collaborate with Supply Chain Services to prepare documentation required for contract awards
Ensure adherence to institutional requirements and industry standards

Activation Operations & Quality Management

Apply knowledge of procurement processes, construction processes, product applications, and building and equipment assembly requirements
Delegate activities related to stakeholder management, scope management, schedule management, and cost management
Manage changing priorities while maintaining project objectives
Oversee quality assurance activities throughout activation planning and execution
Ensure successful transition of facilities to operational users

Documentation & Recordkeeping

Develop and maintain project documentation that is accurate, current, clear, and complete
Manage financial reports, activity reports, and project status reporting
Support project decision-making and issue-resolution processes through effective documentationOrganize and properly store project records and documentation
Perform other duties as assigned

Education

Required: Bachelor's Degree Construction Management, Construction Science or other construction related Architectural Engineering field or related discipline.

Work Experience

Required: 5 years Project management/construction experience.
May substitute Bachelor's degree with additional years of equivalent experience on a one to one basis.
Preferred: 15 years Project management/construction management experience. Design and construction experience with major academic healthcare and/or research facilities.

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.

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