Healthcare Construction Project Manager - DC Metro

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $140,000.00 - $160,000.00
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Benefits

competitive compensation
High autonomy
Career growth opportunities
Work on high-profile projects
Long-term project stability
Trusted leadership
Fast interview process

Job Description

This organization is a highly respected consulting and project management firm recognized for delivering complex projects with precision and reliability. Their reputation is built on long-term client relationships, repeat business, and a strong commitment to aligning closely with client needs. With a focus on excellence and client satisfaction, the company has positioned itself as a leader in consulting and project management services across various industries, including healthcare construction. Their consistent ability to manage large-scale, complex projects solidifies their standing in the market and offers a robust platform for professional growth and development.

The Healthcare Construction Project Manager - DC Metro role is a senior-level position that carries significant responsibility and visibility. The successful candidate will lead flagship hospital construction projects, overseeing all phases from planning through to execution and completion. This role offers high autonomy and a fast interview process, reflecting the urgency and importance of the projects involved. The Project Manager will collaborate closely with architects, engineers, contractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure project milestones are met efficiently and within budget. With a focus on hospital and healthcare construction, this position requires specialized knowledge of healthcare regulations, safety codes, and facility requirements, including infection control, patient safety, and equipment integration.

Managing budgets and tracking costs meticulously are key components of the role, as is monitoring project performance and employing proactive risk mitigation strategies to avoid delays and cost overruns. The Project Manager will also be responsible for approving invoices, contracts, and change orders to maintain financial control and efficiency. Conducting site inspections to enforce quality standards and ensure compliance is vital to success. Communication with senior leadership and stakeholders about project progress and risks is frequent and essential.

This position offers a competitive compensation package, with salaries up to approximately $160,000 depending on experience and qualifications, alongside opportunities for career growth within a pipeline of future healthcare construction projects. The firm offers a highly supportive environment that values trust and autonomy, eschewing micromanagement to empower its project managers. Candidates can expect to work on a high-profile hospital campus with the stability of long-term project engagement. This is an exceptional opportunity for experienced construction project managers with a passion for healthcare infrastructure to make a meaningful impact while advancing their careers in a dynamic and respected company.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or related field
  • Minimum 10 years of construction project management experience
  • Experience working with a General Contractor
  • Proficiency in project management tools like Microsoft Project or Primavera
  • Knowledge of healthcare construction standards and regulations
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently on high-visibility projects

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field
  • 10+ years of construction project management experience, ideally within healthcare
  • Strong background working with a General Contractor (required or previous experience)
  • Proficiency in project management tools such as Microsoft Project or Primavera
  • Deep understanding of healthcare construction standards, compliance, and best practices
  • Proven leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work autonomously and manage high-visibility projects independently

Job Duties

  • Own end-to-end delivery of hospital construction projects, including planning, scheduling, and execution
  • Partner with architects, engineers, contractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure milestones are met
  • Monitor project performance, proactively identify risks, and implement corrective actions
  • Manage budgets, track costs, and ensure financial efficiency across all phases
  • Review and approve invoices, contracts, and change orders
  • Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, safety codes, and build standards
  • Conduct site inspections and enforce quality control measures
  • Communicate project updates, risks, and progress to senior leadership and stakeholders
  • Develop and execute risk mitigation strategies to avoid delays and cost overruns
  • Collaborate with healthcare professionals to meet specialized facility requirements (infection control, patient safety, equipment integration)

Job Criteria

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)


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