Senior Project Manager, Construction

About the role

UPMC Corporate is hiring a Senior Project Manager, Construction to join the team in Erie. The Senior Project Manager works under the general direction of the Director of Construction/Project Director to carry out large construction projects. This position requires a high level of understanding of the construction management process, interaction with hospital department heads and senior leadership, and mentorship of project managers and engineers.

Responsibilities

• Develop and monitor construction project budgets.
• Communicate monthly budget status to senior management and the Director of Construction/Project Director.
• Contribute to the Capital Construction Budget by providing construction project estimates.
• Oversee all aspects of projects including design, planning, estimating, scheduling, and construction management services.
• Manage large construction projects, coordinating external A/E firms, contractors, internal project engineers, interior designers, equipment planners, and other resources.
• Oversee the bidding and/or negotiation phase to obtain the best prices for work.
• Maintain ongoing knowledge of external regulations and their impact on the construction process.
• Arrange necessary regulatory inspections during the project.
• Coordinate construction management personnel, supply chain management personnel, outside vendors, contractors, and design professionals to assure comprehensive satisfaction of the end user.
• Establish written project timelines and communicate them to the administrative sponsor and the Director of Construction/Project Director.
• Review construction documents prepared by A/E firms for accuracy, constructability, and value‑engineering ideas.
• Coach and mentor staff, providing leadership to project managers and project engineers.
• Explain processes and construction management techniques.
• Maintain a working knowledge of existing facilities and their utilization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred with ten (10) years of construction management experience, or high school diploma with fifteen (15) years of relevant project experience.
• Solid knowledge of hospital construction and health‑care equipment required.
• Experience in commercial construction highly preferred.
• Leadership experience preferred.
• Must have a construction portfolio that includes projects worth $5 million or greater.

Skills

• Strong working knowledge of project management principles.
• Ability to develop and monitor budgets for large construction projects.
• Excellent collaboration, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to function independently on assigned projects and effectively coordinate and lead team members.
• Proficiency in core Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Outlook.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances

• Act 34

Schedule

• Monday through Friday during standard business hours.
• Regional travel as needed for projects.