Senior Project Manager

The Vertex Companies LLC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

The Vertex Companies LLC in Austin, Texas is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead vital healthcare construction projects. This role requires substantial experience in managing large projects, effective communication, and a focus on high-quality deliverables within budget.

As a Senior Project Manager, you will oversee project coordination, ensuring successful outcomes by employing your leadership and healthcare facility knowledge. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, performance bonuses, and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 8 years of related experience or 11 years without a degree.
• Six to nine years of experience in healthcare design/construction.
• Demonstrated leadership in healthcare facility delivery.

Responsibilities

• Manage consulting services to keep projects on schedule and budget.
• Track construction schedules and costs.
• Ensure effective client communication and collaboration.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Leadership

Healthcare Design

Construction Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Job description

Job Description

The Senior Project Manager will assist their assigned manager with execution of assigned tasks, production of on time and high-quality work product, and coordination with other team members as assigned or requested. The Senior Project Manager is responsible for independent creation of technical work product as a single contributor and for supporting the success of their entire assigned practice area as the highest priority, regardless of any assigned subpractice area focus, or specific client engagement or relationship.

Core Responsibilities

Work Product Creation, Project Management, Coordination with Team Members

• Performs management and consulting services as assigned ensuring project continues on schedule and within budgetary and quality requirements.
• Ensures documentation relative to outstanding issues, change orders and requests for information are appropriately maintained and tracked.
• Tracks and controls construction schedule and associated costs to achieve completion of project within time and monies allocated avoiding unnecessary delays and cost overruns.
• Works with client to ensure effective regulatory agency relations and planning to expedite project design approval and permitting processes.
• Ensures effective communications and a collaborative work environment. When leading projects, the position will provide management and oversight. When a team member, will help develop tools and reports.
• Supervises, develops, and maintains program budgets, schedules and status reports.
• Provides oversight and management of external vendors.
• Oversees performance of all trade contractors and reviews plans to ensure standards of building performance, quality, cost schedules and safety are maintained.
• Reviews project delivery team member’s invoices and applications for payment for compliance with all contracts.

Operations

• Be aware of and perform own tasks in a manner that supports the organization’s vision and defined business objectives
• Conduct self and prioritize tasks to work toward achievement of defined profit objectives of assigned projects
• Cooperate in construction of strong cross-functional teams (support staff assignments of self) to achieve success in shared goals, understanding that multiple perspectives and talents build stronger teams and results
• Complete daily tasks consistent with contract requirements and proactively alert assigned manager to any potential challenges or issuesEnsure compliance of operations with all local, state and Federal (and International, if applicable) regulations, as well as compliance with company policy
• Ensure consistent high quality on deliverables for all individual work product
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications & Competencies

• Bachelor's degree and 8 years of related experience, a Master's degree and 6 years of related experience, or 11 years of related experience and no degree.
• Six to nine years of experience in healthcare design, construction and/or facilities industry and three to five years of experience of direct project management experience with construction projects of increasing complexity.
• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills in the delivery of health care facilities including medical office buildings, acute care general hospitals, outpatient surgery centers and psychiatric hospitals from programming through facility activation.
• Must have been in responsible charge of the delivery of major projects exceeding $50 million construction cost and of significant complexity in at least two (2) of the above four (4) categories.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, solid interpersonal and conflict resolution abilities and work group facilitation skills.
• Leadership skills and the ability to initiate and maintain clear communications are preferred.
• Demonstration of leadership ability, including the management and delegation of appropriate tasks to technical and non-technical support staff.
• Demonstrated ability to gather needs and translate requests into potential solutions.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project software is preferred.

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of health care design and construction, building codes and regulations, space programming and allocation, cost analysis and contract negotiation.
• Knowledge of project coordination/management, budgeting and scheduling concepts and procedures is required, as well as the process of project planning, design and construction.

Additional Information

At VERTEX, we invest in top talent with a highly competitive total compensation package designed to reward performance and support long‑term success. Total compensation includes a base salary and a performance‑based discretionary bonus program. Our comprehensive benefits package offers multiple healthcare and dental plan options, as well as company‑paid Life Insurance, Short‑Term Disability, and Long‑Term Disability coverage—ensuring peace of mind for you and your family.

We offer a 401(k) plan with immediate matching and full vesting, empowering employees to build financial security from day one. Additional benefits include Flexible Spending Accounts, a robust Employee Assistance Program, and a suite of exclusive perks that enhance everyday life.

Time away matters—so we provide a generous paid time off program, including vacation, sick time, and paid holidays (with prorated options for eligible part‑time employees).

At VERTEX, growth never stops. Our signature “Lifetime of Learning” program offers tuition reimbursement and personalized support for employees pursuing advanced education—helping you sharpen your skills and accelerate your career.