Construction Manager

Encompass Health • Birmingham, AL

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About The Position

The Construction Manager provides project and program management for implementation of approved capital design and construction projects. This position provides construction guidance, support and oversight on corporate development projects and assists field operations during construction completion and project turnover. The Construction Manager reviews plans and specifications with contractors, subcontractors and vendors. This position reviews project schedules with EHC Home Office departments, contractors, and vendors. This position reports on status of projects, costs, and changes against the intended scope of work.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Building Construction, Architecture or Civil Engineering preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years in the construction field with strong emphasis in project management.
• Healthcare construction project management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manages owner consultants, contractors and vendors through pre-construction, construction and post construction process.
• Assists in the required regulatory notifications and impact regarding project costs and schedules.
• Assists in analyzing estimates and quotes from general contractors, subcontractors and vendors.
• Assesses materials, labor and equipment required for a construction project to determine if scope of work is satisfactory for stated project goals.
• Provides budget and constructability feedback during pre-design process.
• Responsible for site investigation on projects at existing facilities, to ensure that the pre-design represents a constructible plan that allows for ongoing unencumbered patient care.
• Leads and participates in coordination meetings with all internal and external team members.
• Makes necessary decisions on issues that arise.
• Monitors architect’s schedule and quality control process.
• Meets with state and local authorities to represent the company’s interest on project scope, design issues and code issues.
• Reviews with Preconstruction the final bids taken by the contractor that make up the final estimate for a project.
• Processes contracts and invoices at the appropriate time from architects, engineers and contractors, and compares to contract to ensure charges are legitimate.
• Visits construction sites approximately every four to six weeks or as needed.
• Maintains relations with and manage expectations of hospital administration.
• Manages 4-8 projects with a total capital of $50 - $100 million.
• Requires travel up to 25 to 30%.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental and vision plans for full-time and part-time employees and their families.
• Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education opportunities.
• Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees