Construction Project Manager

Responsibilities:

• Lead the full construction lifecycle for ground-up builds and large-scale renovations across multiple states
• Manage relationships with general contractors, architects, and vendors to ensure quality and accountability
• Serve as the central point of coordination between real estate, legal, facilities, and operations teams
• Partner with internal stakeholders to align projects with broader portfolio and growth strategy
• Review and support negotiation of construction contracts, ensuring favorable terms and risk mitigation
• Develop and track project schedules and milestones from permitting through final delivery
• Monitor budgets and proactively address risks to keep projects on track
• Provide clear, executive-level reporting on project status and performance
• Ensure all builds meet specialized operational requirements, including healthcare-specific infrastructure (e.g., medical gas systems, specialized HVAC, regulatory considerations)

Qualifications:

• 7–10+ years of commercial construction management experience, specifically with healthcare facilities.
• Proven track record managing ground-up construction projects across multiple locations or regions
• Experience in healthcare or similarly regulated environments strongly preferred
• Ability to operate as a hands-on individual contributor without internal project support staff
• Strong understanding of construction documents, scheduling, and project execution
• Working knowledge of contracts and legal documentation related to construction
• Proficiency with project management tools and reporting systems
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively across all levels of an organization
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred
• Willingness to travel approximately 50%
• Ability to work on active construction sites in varying conditions