Assistant Program Manager - Detroit

Covalus•Detroit, MI

23h

About The Position

Covalus is a growing management consulting firm with an impact-driven culture focused on healthcare construction. The Assistant Program Manager supports the Lead Program Manager in overseeing project management activities and the overall performance of healthcare projects or programs. The role provides exposure to a variety of healthcare projects and is responsible for project management services within an assigned geographic market, program, or client account to help achieve the company’s strategic business objectives. The position assists with project feasibility, consultant and contractor selection, design and construction coordination, budgeting, scheduling, approvals, construction administration, cost control, equipment coordination, and client reporting. Work is primarily performed in a home or company office, with intermittent sitting, standing, and walking. Travel to client or project sites may account for 25–75% of the time required for the role, including travel by car, plane, or other transportation to attend client meetings. Hazard exposure is mainly associated with job-site visits and travel.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or business administration.
0–3 years of professional work experience.
Ability to demonstrate professionalism and performance in planning, design, pre-construction, construction, scheduling, and team coordination activities.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to analyze data and communicate effectively at all levels of management.
Ability to interact effectively with executive-level internal and external healthcare clients.
Ability to multitask, work independently, and manage construction projects effectively and efficiently.
Self-motivated, proactive attitude and ability to maintain a professional attitude.
Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Teams.
Integrity and support for the company, its values, and employees, with a focus on meeting or exceeding client requirements and expectations.
Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to prioritize and meet tight deadlines.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and willingness to learn new skills, take on challenges, and demonstrate growth potential.
Willingness to remain flexible and adapt to change.

Nice To Haves

Experience with eBuilder, Bluebeam, or Smartsheet.

Responsibilities

Assist internal partners, design team members, and consultants with project feasibility analysis.
Interface with client project leads and administration teams, client user groups, property managers, and vendors.
Assist with qualifying, selecting, and negotiating contracts with architecture and engineering firms, general contractors, and other owner consultants.
Review, negotiate, and approve additional-work and change-order requests from architecture and engineering firms, general contractors, and other owner consultants.
Assist with supervising the selected architect’s programming and planning efforts.
Perform site analysis and investigations.
Assist in developing and adhering to detailed development budgets and schedules.
Assist in obtaining required public project approvals, including certificates of need, zoning, annexation, site plan approval, wetlands, and other processes.
Review design development and construction documents for adequacy against the owner-approved program.
Assist in evaluating construction allowances, contingencies, and general conditions.
Provide construction administration in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Monitor construction manager performance for potential risks and provide leadership in project safety, quality, and infection prevention.
Assist with project cost control and prepare timely, accurate monthly budget reports and invoices.
Assist with selecting, procuring, delivering, and installing medical and other equipment; coordinate medical equipment with the construction schedule and installer/vendor requirements, as well as signage and furniture with applicable vendors and consultants.
Assist in preparing monthly client reports and develop and monitor project performance indicators.
Assist in creating project overview and status-report presentations for client administration, boards, and committees.
Embrace the company’s culture and collaborate with others to meet business goals and objectives.
Perform additional responsibilities that may arise beyond those outlined.