Project Manager

20 Northeast Georgia Medical Center, Inc.; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

20 Northeast Georgia Medical Center, Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Manager for overseeing healthcare facility construction projects. This role involves project management from initial budgeting to completion while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate should have at least 15 years of experience in project management, with significant exposure to healthcare projects and managing budgets over $5 million. Join us to lead critical initiatives in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of fifteen years of experience in project management.
• At least eight years of experience in acute-care healthcare projects.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with budgets of $5 million or higher.

Responsibilities

• Manage design and construction for assigned projects.
• Provide planning assistance to design partners.
• Oversee day-to-day management of design and construction projects.
• Coordinate permitting requirements with all authorities.
• Maintain and administer project budgets and schedules.

Skills

Project Management in healthcare

Budget management

Team leadership

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Architecture, or Professional Engineering

Associate degree with significant experience

Job description

About the Role

Position oversees the comprehensive project management and timely coordination and accomplishment of all assigned NGHS facility construction projects. The Senior Project Manager also provides resource support and mentorship to other Project Managers and department staff, assisting in all aspects of the capital project and space planning program.

Minimum Job Qualifications

• Licensure or other certifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Architecture, or Professional Engineering. An associate degree combined with four additional years of industry experience may be considered.
• Minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience in project management, including at least eight (8) years of experience in acute‑care healthcare projects such as healthcare renovation, additions, and ground‑up new construction.
• Experience managing projects with budgets of $5million or higher and the ability to concurrently manage multiple projects.

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Certifications: Certified Healthcare Constructor (CHC), Project Management Professional (PMP), Registered Architect or Professional Engineer.
• Associate degree preferred.

Essential Tasks and Responsibilities

• Manage design and construction for each assigned project, from scope definition and initial budget creation to user coordination, FFE procurement, installation, and occupancy close‑out.
• Provide planning assistance and direction to design partners (architects, MEP engineers, consultants, contractors) to ensure accurate budgeting and scope of work.
• Oversee day‑to‑day management of design and construction projects; monitor and coordinate work performed by architectural, engineering, consultant, and construction firms.
• Coordinate with project architects and other parties on correspondence, inspection reports, shop drawing submittals, change‑order processing, etc.
• Authorize issuance of contracts, purchase orders, and change orders; approve contractor invoices for payment.
• Coordinate permitting requirements with all State and Local authorities (AHJ’s) as required.
• Represent the system in all project‑management coordination and business interface matters with customers, consultants, contractors, and public/private agencies.
• Manage bid packaging and owner‑provided services buy‑out, including preparation of bid request documents, bid review, award, and issuance of purchase orders for owner‑direct procurement.
• Direct and coordinate work sequencing to expedite project delivery and minimize disruption of ongoing facility operations.
• Maintain and administer project budgets, cost estimating, value engineering, and fiscal/financial management principles and procedures.
• Develop and administer contracts, agreements, schedules, and quality‑control provisions for all projects.
• Ensure design and construction comply with applicable codes and regulatory agencies.
• Maintain comprehensive project tracking reports and digital records for quick retrieval.
• Conduct jobsite visits, collect data, compile reports, and provide proactive updates to the Facilities Development Director on potential schedule variances.
• Conduct project meetings, coordinate activities, and manage compliance with life‑safety and other regulatory/safety requirements.
• Coordinate project close‑out, including permits, user documentation, as‑built drawings, and business occupancy certificates.
• Support the Director of Facilities Development with daily operational services for the department and office personnel.
• Perform other duties as assigned regarding oversight and management of construction operations.

Physical Demands

• Lift up to 20lbs; occasionally 30% of time.
• Carry up to 20lbs; occasionally 30% of time.
• Vision: heavy, frequently 31‑65% of time.
• Kneeling/stooping/bending: frequently 31‑65%.
• Standing/walking: frequently 31‑65%.
• Pushing/pulling: occasionally 30%.
• Intensity of work: frequently 31‑65%.

EEO Statement

Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.