Assistant Project Manager (Capital Construction Projects)

University Hospital, Newark NJ•Newark, NJ

2d•$77,803 - $116,709•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Assistant Director for Capital Projects, this role coordinates and manages the activities of assigned capital construction projects from the planning and design stages through construction, occupancy, and project closeout. The Assistant Project Manager manages and administers capital projects, including all daily activities associated with planning, budgeting, coordination/preparation of contract documents, weekly project meetings, oversight of construction activities, coordination of end-user requirements, professional consultants, construction administration, and end-user occupancy.

Requirements

Associates Degree in an engineering field, technical, trade/vocational or union apprenticeship certificate holders will be considered.
Ability to understand and interpret design and construction documents.
3-5 years of experience in cooperative, apprenticeship, full or part-time position within engineering, construction, real estate, or facility management industries.
Familiarity with architectural, electrical, technology and piped/ducted systems used in a healthcare setting.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite apps and a basic understanding of project schedule concepts.
Familiarity with collaborative project management software (Procore).
Excellent organization and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Assists Senior Project Manager, with support from Facility Directors & in-house trades, with the various tasks required for successful execution of a wide variety of capital/infrastructure improvement projects.
Budgets interim moves and infrastructure upgrades required for planned projects.
Performs architectural project identification and viability analysis, space planning options and creation of schematic sketches, facility moves, design/construction scope identification, consultant/contractor RFP/Q solicitations with Purchasing department, and design, consulting, and construction contracts using various project delivery methods.
Manages Mechanical, Electrical, and Technology work related to a new project for compliance with current regulations.
Interfaces with other hospital departments for specialized equipment or systems necessary.
Handles document control and distribution of project documentation including as-builts, warranties, O+Ms.
Conducts jobsite observation and reporting of activities in-progress.
Tracks contracts, including issued documents, contract value, approved contract changes, pending contract changes, and billing status.
Observes and reports on ICRA compliance, general safety, and housekeeping conditions on a project in coordination with in-house Infection Control, Environmental, and Safety staff.
Learns the existing building systems and organizational structure for future advancement opportunities within the organization.
Performs other tasks as assigned by the Senior Project Manager/Direct Report Manager, Facilities & Maintenance Department Directors and Supervisors, or Leadership.
Understands and adheres to University Hospital’s compliance standards as they appear in University Hospital's Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy.
Keeps abreast of all pertinent federal, state, and University Hospital regulations, laws, and policies as they presently exist and as they change or are modified.
Performs other related duties as assigned.