Construction Manager - Commercial

San Ysidro Health•San Diego, CA

12d

About The Position

The Construction Manager plans, coordinates, budgets, and oversees construction, tenant improvement, and minor renovation projects from conception through completion. The role supervises project work, monitors and adjusts timelines, coordinates installation of equipment, furnishings, and signage, supports facility openings, and ensures that mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and other systems and special equipment function properly. The position works with SYHealth staff, contractors, subcontractors, architects, consultants, clients, suppliers, design professionals, and building department staff. It prepares budgets and progress reports, supports contracts and property acquisition, obtains permits and licenses, and ensures projects comply with building, OSHPD, safety, and other applicable requirements. The manager also designs, permits, and oversees small-scale health-center projects and maintains a photo journal of SYHC construction projects. Additional duties include following organizational policies and procedures, contributing to team goals, participating in relevant training and meetings, maintaining patient confidentiality and a safe, organized work area, supporting customer service, managing authorized construction-related cash receipts, and assisting other department areas as directed. The position may involve 24-hour on-call availability, exposure to construction-site hazards, and evening or weekend work.

Requirements

Two years of increasing construction-related supervisory experience.
Knowledge of AutoCAD.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience.
Valid California Driver's License and insured vehicle.
State of California General Building Contractor License.
Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to relay instructions clearly.
Ability to provide positive customer service, listen actively, and support and guide others.
Knowledge of construction techniques, building codes, OSHPD requirements, mechanical systems, electricity, plumbing, and landscaping.
Full knowledge of OSHA regulations.
Strong organizational and analytical abilities.
Mission-driven approach and ability to work independently or as part of a team toward organizational or departmental goals.
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and remain focused and concentrate on construction job sites.
Ability to work harmoniously with others as a team member.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including standing, sitting, walking, lifting up to 45 pounds, manual dexterity, mobility, and reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching.
Ability to meet pre-employment requirements, including I-9, physical, positive background and reference check results, completed application, new-hire orientation, and pre-employment PPDs.
Compliance with mandated vaccinations and boosters as a term and condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish.
Knowledge of various telephone systems.

Responsibilities

Plan construction, tenant improvement, and minor renovation projects, including steps, budgets, and schedules needed to meet deadlines.
Inspect projects and monitor compliance with building, OSHPD, safety, and other applicable codes and regulations.
Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to SYHealth staff, contracted workers, and clients representing the owner.
Assist with preparing contracts and negotiate revisions, changes, and additions to contractual agreements.
Coordinate with multi-jurisdictional building departments to submit plans, revise them based on feedback, and obtain permits and licenses.
Direct and supervise contractors, subcontractors, and, when required, SYHealth Plant Support staff.
Review job specifications to determine construction methods and materials; vet, review, contract, and oversee contractors and subcontractors.
Prepare construction budget estimates and progress and cost-tracking reports.
Develop and implement quality-control programs.
Confer with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors, and design professionals to resolve design, construction, work-procedure, safety, and job-related issues.
Plan, organize, and direct construction and maintenance activities for structures, facilities, and MEP systems.
Investigate construction-site damage, accidents, and delays and ensure safety policies and procedures are in place and followed.
Evaluate construction methods and the cost-effectiveness of plans.
Review and assist with direct acquisition of property for construction projects.
Maintain data and prepare monthly programmatic reports for government-funded projects.
Design, permit, and oversee small-scale construction and tenant improvement projects for the health center.
Maintain a photo journal of SYHC construction projects from beginning to end.
Follow applicable SYHealth policies, procedures, protocols, and best practices; contribute to team communication, problem-solving, and organizational goals.
Participate in educational programs, trainings, workshops, meetings, and committees as required or directed.
Maintain confidentiality of patient EHR data and comply with HIPAA Privacy and Security rules.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area and provide supportive customer service.
Manage cash receipts for authorized construction or tenant-improvement purchases.
Provide coverage and assistance to other department areas as directed and perform other assigned or requested job-related duties.