Senior Program Manager

Meadows & Ohly , LLC; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive health, dental, and vis​

401(k) with company match

Generous PTO and holidays

Professional development

Career growth opportunities

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Meadows & Ohly, LLC in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead planning, design, construction, and occupancy of complex healthcare facilities. You will serve as a trusted advisor to healthcare executives and navigate multi-disciplinary teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.

The role requires a track record of managing large healthcare initiatives, strong leadership, and effective communication with clients and stakeholders. Travel to sites may be involved as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field is required.
• Minimum 10 years of healthcare project management, construction, or development experience.
• Experience leading large-scale healthcare projects and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong knowledge of healthcare planning, design, construction, and regulatory processes.
• Expertise in budgeting, scheduling, contract negotiations, risk management, and cost control.
• Strong leadership and client relationship management and team development skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and executive communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; e-Builder or similar PM software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex healthcare facility projects through planning, design, construction, and occupancy.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to healthcare executives, administrators, and project stakeholders.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, risk mitigation, and overall project performance.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams, including architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, and vendors.
• Oversee project planning, design development, procurement, and construction activities.
• Direct contract negotiations, change management processes, and project quality assurance initiatives.
• Prepare and present executive-level project updates, performance metrics, and strategic recommendations.
• Mentor and develop Program Managers and Assistant Program Managers while supporting organizational growth.
• Promote Meadows & Ohly through thought leadership, industry engagement, and client relationship development.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Scheduling

Contract negotiations

Client relationship management

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

e-Builder or similar PM software

Job description

Description

About Meadows & Ohly

Founded in 1972, Meadows & Ohly is a leading healthcare real estate services firm serving health systems and providers nationwide. With more than 250 employees across nine offices, we deliver integrated real estate, advisory, development, and management solutions tailored to the healthcare industry. Our culture is built on integrity, collaboration, hard work, and long-term relationships, driven by exceptional people committed to doing what is best for our clients, partners, and communities.

Why Join Us?

• Awarded 2025 & 2026 Modern Healthcare Best Places to Work
• Competitive compensation and performance incentives
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Collaborative, people-first culture focused on work-life balance

Location

Atlanta, GA

Position Overview

The Senior Program Manager provides strategic leadership for the planning, design, construction, and execution of complex healthcare facility projects from concept through occupancy. This role serves as a trusted advisor to healthcare executives and organizational leaders, guiding project teams through all phases of development while ensuring projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and aligned with client objectives. The ideal candidate is an experienced healthcare project leader who excels at managing large-scale initiatives, developing teams, and fostering long-term client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead complex healthcare facility projects through planning, design, construction, and occupancy
• Serve as a strategic advisor to healthcare executives, administrators, and project stakeholders
• Manage project budgets, schedules, risk mitigation strategies, and overall project performance
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams, including architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, and vendors
• Oversee project planning, design development, procurement, and construction activities
• Direct contract negotiations, change management processes, and project quality assurance initiatives
• Prepare and present executive-level project updates, performance metrics, and strategic recommendations
• Mentor and develop Program Managers and Assistant Program Managers while supporting organizational growth
• Promote Meadows & Ohly through thought leadership, industry engagement, and client relationship development

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field required
• Minimum 10 years of healthcare project management, healthcare construction, or development experience
• Experience leading large-scale healthcare projects and multidisciplinary project teams
• Strong knowledge of healthcare planning, design, construction, project delivery, and regulatory processes
• Expertise in budgeting, scheduling, contract negotiations, risk management, and cost control
• Strong leadership, client relationship management, and team development skills
• Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and executive communication abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; e-Builder or similar project management software preferred
• Experience working directly with healthcare executives and senior organizational leaders

Additional Requirements & Disclaimer

Candidates must possess reliable transportation and maintain a valid driver’s license, as certain roles may require travel to client sites or other off-site locations. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing applicable background, credit, and/or drug screenings, in accordance with applicable laws and position requirements.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of the role. Depending on the position, employees may be required to sit, stand, walk, drive, communicate, use hands and fingers, lift or move materials in varying weight, and work in active healthcare, office, or commercial building environments. Specific vision abilities, including close vision and the ability to adjust focus, may also be required.

This job posting is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Responsibilities and requirements may change based on business needs.

Meadows & Ohly is an Equal Opportunity Employer.