UCLA Health

Design & Construction Project Manager

UCLA Health$95K — $208K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in project management within design and construction, ideally in healthcare settings.
  • Proven track record of managing projects under $10M from inception to completion.
  • Strong understanding of regulatory standards, building codes, and healthcare compliance requirements.
  • Exceptional communication and stakeholder management abilities.
  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Manage design and construction projects under $10M, ensuring effective scope, schedule, budget, and execution strategy.
  • Lead project planning and consultant coordination to guarantee quality and timeliness.
  • Oversee regulatory approvals and adherence to building codes and healthcare standards throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Develop and manage comprehensive project budgets, cost estimates, and timelines.
  • Lead the bidding process, negotiate contracts, and manage vendor relationships effectively.
  • Supervise construction activities, including handling RFIs and change orders for successful project closeout.
  • Facilitate communication among clinical and operational teams to ensure minimal service disruption.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
  • Retirement plan options with employer contributions.
  • Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.
  • Opportunities for professional development and continued education.
Full Job Description
Description

Real Estate | Planning, Design & Construction

Manage capital design and construction projects that directly support UCLA Health's clinical and operational growth. As a Design & Construction Project Manager, you will lead projects under $10M from concept through completion. You will define scope, manage budgets and schedules, coordinate with stakeholders, and ensure compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.

In this role, you will:
• Manage design and construction capital projects under $10M, including scope, schedule, budget, and execution strategy.
• Lead project planning, design, and consultant coordination to ensure quality, compliance, and timely delivery.
• Oversee regulatory approvals, plan check processes, and adherence to building codes and healthcare standards.
• Develop and manage project budgets, cost estimates, timelines, and key milestones.
• Lead bidding, contract negotiation, and vendor management, including contractor selection and project execution.
• Oversee construction activities, including RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project closeout.
• Coordinate communication across clinical, operational, and leadership stakeholders to minimize disruption.
• Partner with regulatory teams to support licensing, compliance, and audit readiness.
• Ensure complete project closeout, including documentation, record drawings, and turnover requirements.

Salary Range:

$95,400 to $208,300 annually. Target salary $100,000 to $135,000 annually.

About UCLA Health

UCLA Health is a world-renowned academic medical center located in Los Angeles, California. It comprises four hospitals, including Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, and more than 200 primary and specialty care clinics. UCLA Health is affiliated with the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and is consistently ranked among the top hospitals in the United States. The health system employs over 20,000 people and serves as a major center for patient care, medical education, and research.
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