Construction Project Manager (Healthcare or Commercial ...

Construction Project Manager Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center: Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of individuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be valued, your knowledge expanded, and your abilities challenged. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your uniqueness is sought and celebrated. It is a place where employees know they are part of something that is bigger than themselves, take exceptional pride in their work and never settle for what was good enough yesterday. Vanderbilt's mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care, education, and research. Organization: Planning, Design & Construction Job Summary: The Construction Project Manager position entails managing a portfolio of design and construction activities for capital projects using set goals and expectations that are provided by VUMC, governing bodies, and authorities having jurisdiction over VUMC projects. This position actively manages all aspects of the design and construction including cost, scope, quality, and overall schedule. The position is also responsible for the relationship between the Planning, Design and Construction team and its' customers, as well as VUMC's leadership and management. Key Responsibilities: Construction Logistics Serve as a resource to the Planning, Design and Construction team as an expert in construction management Provide expertise regarding construction logistics, code and state health reviews, and construction best-practices Mentor and train architect and construction project managers, as needed Review job sites and make recommendations, as needed Project Management Evaluate planning options for space use Confirm existing conditions on projects Assist in development of program for space needs with users Work with Architect Project Managers to review and develop redesign options/schematic designs to assist clients in determining program options Maintain communications with the VUMC community regarding project scope, budget, and schedule Maintain written documentation of key decisions related to project scope, budget, and schedule within departmental project management software, Kahua Maintain meeting minutes Administer and coordinate owner output with architects and engineers during design and construction administration Serve as project manager for construction project(s) from inception to completion, including but not limited to: Review of architectural and engineering (A/E) contracts Complete bidding and negotiation for construction teams' selection Review of construction contracts Review of pay requests and invoices throughout project Coordinate with architectural consultants Oversee construction management Review of drawings during design Coordinate user meetings to review design Perform/participate in material and products/equipment evaluations and comparisons Review of final construction documents for appropriateness to VUMC expectations Coordination of program changes or design modification Review and evaluate construction changes to scope and budget Assist with coordination between the User and Purchasing Department regarding the selection of furniture and the coordination of equipment purchases for the project Assist with the coordination between User and Information Technology (IT) regarding the installation of cabling, computers, telephones and other IT needs in the project Administers and coordinates owner input during pricing and construction phase with contractors or construction managers Review project with Codes and State Health officials Coordination of shop drawings and equipment review Receipt and review of as-built drawings Review of project progress Develop and implement signage package Coordination of operations start-up Receipt of equipment service and maintenance manuals and project warranties Review of job for final completion and acceptance Preparation of final documents for appropriateness to VUMC expectations Technical Capabilities: Our professional administrative functions include critical supporting roles in information technology and informatics, finance, administration, legal and community affairs, human resources, communications and marketing, development, facilities, and many more. At our growing health system, we support each other and encourage excellence among all who are part of our workforce. High-achieving employees stay at Vanderbilt Health for professional growth, appreciation of benefits, and a sense of community and purpose. Experience in AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, and construction project management data management tools, highly preferred. Core Accountabilities: Organizational Impact: Executes job responsibilities with the understanding of how output would affect and impact other areas related to own job area/team with occasional guidance. Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Analyzes moderately complex problems using technical experience and judgment. Breadth of Knowledge: Has expanded knowledge gained through experience within a professional area. Team Interaction: Provides formal and informal guidance and support to team members. Core Capabilities: Develops Self and Others: Invests time, energy, and enthusiasm in developing self/others to help improve performance and gain knowledge in new areas. Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders using formal and informal opportunities to expand and strengthen relationships. Communicates Effectively: Recognizes group interactions and modifies one's own communication style to suit different situations and audiences. Delivering Excellent Services: Serves Others with Compassion. Seeks to understand current and future needs of relevant stakeholders and customizes services to better address them. Solves Complex Problems: Approaches problems from different angles. Identifies new possibilities to interpret opportunities and develop concrete solutions. Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides ongoing support and coaching in a constructive manner to increase employees' effectiveness. Performs Excellent Work: Engages regularly in formal and informal dialogue about quality; directly addresses quality issues promptly. Ensures Continuous Improvement: Applies various learning experiences by looking beyond symptoms to uncover underlying causes of problems and identifies ways to resolve them. Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Understands all aspects of providing a safe environment and performs routine safety checks to prevent safety hazards from occurring. Manages Resources Effectively: Demonstrates Accountability: Demonstrates a sense of ownership, focusing on and driving critical issues to closure. Stewards Organizational Resources: Applies understanding of the departmental work to effectively manage resources for a department/area. Makes Data Driven Decisions: Demonstrates strong understanding of the information or data to identify and elevate opportunities. Generates New Ideas: Proactively identifies new ideas/opportunities from multiple sources or methods to improve processes beyond conventional approaches. Applies Technology: Demonstrates an enthusiasm for learning new technologies, tools, and procedures to address short-term challenges. Adapts to Change: Views difficult situations and/or problems as opportunities for improvement; actively embraces change instead of emphasizing negative elements. Position Qualifications: Relevant Work Experience: Preferred 5 years. Education: Construction Management Degree or equivalent work experience. Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.

Created: 2026-03-04