Healthcare Construction Project Manager

Status : Exempt

Job Title :  Healthcare Construction Project Manager

Job Summary :

As a  Healthcare Construction Project Manager  at  AUCH Construction , you will play a critical leadership role in the successful delivery of complex healthcare construction projects — from initial planning through final completion. Your expertise in hospital and active healthcare environments will ensure compliance with strict regulations, safety standards, and infection control measures, while maintaining budget, schedule, and client satisfaction. You will manage resources, foster client relationships, lead project teams, and mitigate risks unique to healthcare construction. Travel is required (typically within a 90-mile radius of Pontiac, Michigan).

Manage Project Finances :

Provide Owner Requested Reports and manage the Master Budget.

Invoice all projects according to contract terms.

Process Change Orders and update the Extra Work Order (EWO) log.

Manage Project Risk :

Review daily logs and safety reports on a weekly basis to identify and mitigate potential risks.

Review EWO Log, Submittal Log, and Procurement Log monthly.

Monthly schedule update

Lead and Coach Healthcare Project Teams :

Conduct regular huddles with project engineers and superintendents to ensure effective communication and problem-solving.

Hold weekly huddles with the Project Director to maintain alignment and project progress.

Visit project sites weekly to oversee and provide guidance to the project teams.

Manage Project Preconstruction :

Lead the preconstruction process, ensuring that all necessary activities are carried out to set the project up for success.

Business Development in Healthcare Sector :

Foster and maintain strong relationships with clients to achieve 100% repeat business.

Report project leads and updates at bi-weekly operations meetings.

Attend owner and industry functions on a monthly basis to network and identify potential business opportunities.

Note : The above job description is a general outline and may be subject to adjustments and modifications based on company-specific requirements and is not meant to be all inclusive

Qualifications Desired :

Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field.

5+ years of proven experience in Construction Project Management  with at least 3+ years specifically managing complex healthcare projects  (e.g., acute care hospitals, surgical suites, imaging centers, critical systems upgrades) not general outpatient clinics or medical office buildings.

2+ years’ experience with construction systems and documents

Strong understanding and experience of construction project finances and budget management.

Ability to assess and mitigate project risks effectively.

Proficiency in construction project preconstruction processes.

Excellent leadership and team management skills.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Business development and client relationship-building experience.

OSHA 30 Hour preferred

Environmental / Position of Role :

This position requires regular physical activity and the ability to navigate dynamic construction site environments. Responsibilities include extensive walking across varied terrains, climbing ladders, and working at heights. Frequent bending, lifting, and carrying of items over 10 pounds. Candidates must be comfortable managing the physical demands typical of an active construction site, ensuring safety and productivity while maintaining oversight of daily operations.

The role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. The employee is regularly required to :

• Sit or stand for extended periods
• Use hands to type, handle, or feel
• Talk and hear clearly, particularly when using the telephone
• Reach with hands and arms, bend, or other office and / or project materials

AUCH Construction is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.