Senior Project Manager

Category:

Professional

City:

Jackson

State:

Tennessee

Shift:

0 - Day (United States of America)

Job Description Summary:

Responsible for organizing and managing the hospital and system projects as directed by the Executive Director of Facilities and for assisting in departmental management operations. Assists Facilities as a technical resources for WTH plant systems. Will provide leadership, contractor work assignments, contractor work schedules, technical direction, training, communication with other teams and departments. Total ownership of project management including costs, schedule, and functional of assigned projects from concept phase thru Validation. Responsible for managing the hospital and system projects 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Incumbent is subject to overtime and call back as required by the hospital and project requirements.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Plans and recommends development of the physical facilities. 

• Advises on structural changes and additions or modifications to the building.

• Establishes priorities for work to be done, coordinates duties, and visits jobs in progress.

• Reports irregularities, interruptions, and delays as needed. Tours work scope area, equipment, and engineering spaces; initiates and supervises corrections of plant and equipment discrepancies as necessary. 

• Develops budget estimates for all plant upgrades, etc.

• Assists vendors, Materials Management, and cross-functional department personnel with equipment installation requirements Performs feasibility studies for new equipment and systems. 

• Reviews technological innovations for Engineering Department applications. 

• Aids in budget development as required.

• Initiates purchase requests as authorized

• Reviews codes and regulations and enforces compliance.

• Writes departmental memorandums as needed and updates policy letters as directed.

• Develops and maintains a positive work climate and overall team effort of the department.

• Performs related responsibilities as required or directed.

• Participates with Architect and Engineers in project development, bid evaluation, value analysis and contract administration.

• Develops Interim Life Safety Plans along with Infection Control Risk Assessments.

• Is responsible for review and receiving approval and monitoring of approved plans.

• Coordinates construction activities along with hospital/facility operations. 

• Responsible for managing all construction activities, schedules, and financials of outside contractors.

• Evaluates with use of consultants and offers recommendations on building system upgrades/improvements such as roof replacements, paint upgrades, HVAC systems etc.

• Performs related responsibilities as required or directed Provides leadership through example.

• Exhibits a positive, caring attitude toward their staff, hospital personnel, patients, and visitors.

• Is committed to maintaining high levels of building system and equipment performance.

• Communicates at all levels within the hospital.

• Communicates frequently and effectively with customers concerning project status Enforces all regulatory requirements including JC, TDOH, NFPA, OSHA, EPA, as well as specific local and WTH building codes.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:

• Skills and proficiency in the principles, concepts, and techniques of the Engineering profession, including but not limited to project management, building maintenance, plant operations, and construction; experience in a healthcare setting is preferred
• Such proficiency is normally acquired through completion of a baccalaureate in Engineering or 15 years of field experience in related capacity.

LICENSURE, REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION:

• N/A

EXPERIENCE:

• Knowledge of hospital and departmental policies, procedures, physical plant, records and reports as acquired through 6 months of orientation
• Ten years of building maintenance, plant operations, construction, project experience, or related experience.
• Experience in a healthcare setting preferred

NONDISCRIMINATION NOTICE STATEMENT

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.