Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Interior Design required
Professional Licensure required
Minimum 8 years post-graduate experience in the A/E industry
At least 3 years as an A/E or Client-Side Project Manager with financial and risk management responsibilities
5+ years of experience in healthcare projects
Extensive knowledge of A/E services from marketing to project close-out
Strong leadership and teamwork skills, with mentoring abilities
Responsibilities
Assist in the professional services proposal process and negotiate agreements with owners
Prepare and monitor contracts for owners and consultants
Implement and oversee project plans and strategies
Lead multi-disciplinary A/E teams through all project phases
Manage project schedules and coordinate tasks with the project team
Establish and monitor budgets and staffing needs
Ensure adherence to the HED Project Design Process and manage design reviews
Benefits
Hybrid work model promoting autonomy and collaboration
Professional open-space office environment
Opportunities for mentorship and professional development
Engagement in large-scale, impactful healthcare projects
Involvement in a culture of critical thinking and design excellence
Full Job Description
Project Manager - Healthcare
PRIMARY FUNCTION:
Our Healthcare sector is looking to add an experienced team member to our group of talented Project Managers. The candidate should have broad expertise, with a focus on Healthcare, and be enthused about joining HED's shared commitment to Advancing Your World through Critical Thinking, Integrated Practice, and Design Excellence. You will get to utilize your expertise in large-scale healthcare projects with complex team structures.
TYPICAL DUTIES
Assist the Principal-in-Charge the professional services proposal process (including participating in marketing efforts and interviews) and in negotiating the Agreement with the owner
Prepare contract forms for both owners and any consultants and monitor adherence to those contracts. Identify and secure, prior to doing the work, additional service fees for activities outside the Owner Agreement
Prepare, implement, and monitor project plans and strategies
Lead and direct multi-disciplinary A/E teams and all project activities, interfacing with the project team, clients, contractors, consultants, and all authorities having jurisdiction, through all phases of a project
Manage overall project schedule and develop, coordinate, and manage short-term schedules, next steps, and tasks with project team
Establish and monitor discipline hour budgets and staffing needs to meet profit goals
Guide and monitor A/E project teams' adherence to the HED Project Design Process. Schedule, coordinate, and manage all required design and technical reviews to meet the established Company and Sector policies and procedures for quality
Interact regularly with Operations Leaders and Business Leaders regarding metrics for project success, issue resolution, and strategic goals
Ad hoc responsibilities as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Interior Design required
Professional Licensure required
Minimum 8 years post-graduate professional experience in the A/E industry
Minimum 3 years of experience working as an A/E or Client-Side Project Manager with direct responsibility for project financial and risk management
Minimum 5 years of experience healthcare projects
Extensive knowledge of all aspects of professional A/E services from marketing through design, construction and project close-out
Demonstrated comprehensive understanding of the coordination of all design disciplines
Strong business acumen, leadership and teamwork skills, including the ability to mentor, and motivate others in a design-focused environment under deadline situations
Proactive, self-motivated, enthusiastic, and flexible approach
Strategic outlook, with attention to detail
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Capable of traveling to and from project sites, both locally and across the US; attending client, project, and construction meetings
Ability to access existing and new project sites for observation, investigation, and evaluation purposes
Ability to use office equipment for communication and documentation purposes
Visual acuity to perform responsibilities
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
We embrace a hybrid model that promotes both autonomy and collaboration, including the freedom to work from home, with regular in-office days to connect with teammates and build culture
The office is a professional, open-space environment for collaborative and independent work
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About HED
HED is an architecture and engineering firm that provides design and consulting services for a variety of industries, including healthcare, education, and corporate. The company was founded in 1908 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. HED has offices in several cities across the United States and has worked on projects around the world. The company is committed to sustainable design and has received numerous awards for its work. HED's mission is to create environments that enhance the human experience and improve the quality of life.
