Construction Project Manager - Full Time

Sanford Health•Rapid City, SD
•$31 - $50

About The Position

The Construction Project Manager leads new construction and remodeling projects across Sanford Health facilities in the Black Hills Region. The role manages projects through all phases of the project life cycle, including pre-design, programming, design, construction, and occupancy. Responsibilities include project design, estimating, purchasing, cost accounting, code compliance, and overseeing construction progress, building equipment installation, renovations, and redesigns. The project manager ensures that schedules, costs, and contract requirements are met while advising end-users on project scope, schedule, and budget. The role reviews designs, equipment specifications and substitutions, purchasing and accounting procedures, and contractor and architectural drawings for code compliance and Sanford design standards. Applicable requirements may include City and State regulations, the International Building Code (IBC), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) requirements, and, in some areas, Joint Commission (TJC) requirements. The project manager maintains compliance with safety, asbestos, infection control, and other applicable policies, and may oversee contractors. The position requires familiarity with electrical and mechanical systems and uses experience and judgment to plan and accomplish project goals.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field.
  • Three years of experience managing construction projects.
  • Strong knowledge of construction materials and processes, mechanical and electrical systems, and HVAC building systems.
  • Demonstrated computer skills.
  • Thorough knowledge and understanding of design principles, scheduling, construction means and methods, and codes.
  • Ability to create, maintain, and manage schedules and critical timelines.
  • Excellent communication skills and experience interacting with architects, contractors, and vendors.
  • Must maintain a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

  • Manage construction projects across hospitals and clinics in the Black Hills Region from start to finish.
  • Lead all phases of new construction and remodeling projects, including pre-design, programming, design, construction, and occupancy.
  • Guide leaders through pre-construction meetings and explain the full scope of construction projects.
  • Prepare construction documents, including estimates, risk assessments, and punch lists.
  • Phase projects to reduce disruption to the general public and patients.
  • Advise end-users on project scope, schedule, and budget; answer questions from clinic and hospital administrators, directors, and managers.
  • Hire contractors, architects, and engineers and obtain quotes for construction or maintenance projects.
  • Draw plans to show contractors the work to be completed.
  • Meet with contractors and maintenance personnel to review projects.
  • Review designs, equipment specifications and substitutions, purchasing procedures, and accounting procedures.
  • Review contractor and architectural drawings for code compliance and Sanford design standards.
  • Oversee construction progress and, as applicable, contractors, building equipment installation, renovation, and redesign work.
  • Maintain compliance with safety, asbestos, infection control, and other applicable policies.
  • Approve contractor invoices and submit them to accounts payable.
  • Track project expenditures separately and ensure projects remain within budget.
  • Maintain open communication with contractors and other project managers.
  • Develop and design feasibility studies for review.
  • Manage project schedules and critical timelines, ensuring timing, costs, and contract requirements are met.
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