Project Manager I

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital•Memphis, TN

21d•$78,000 - $139,360

About The Position

Responsible for assisting in the planning, coordination, and management of design and construction projects from start to finish. This role supports senior project managers in executing project plans, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and according to design specifications. This position will work closely with contractors, architects, engineers, and internal teams to help monitor project progress, maintain communication among stakeholders, and address any challenges that arise during the construction process.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED required.
High School Diploma/GED with 2+ years of relevant experience.
Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Architectural Technology, Engineering, Business or related area with no prior experience required.
Seeks clarifications to understand what is being said.
Is able to clearly summarize information learnt to confirm understanding.
Writes in a clear and concise manner and speaks succinctly and confidently.
Is responsive, articulate and able to provide timely updates to stakeholders while coordinating tasks or responding to queries.
Is always polite and has a 'can-do' attitude while responding to stakeholder needs.
Asks clarifying questions to understand needs.
Exhibits basic grasp of project management and/ or facilities planning processes to support delivery of tasks within own area.
Consistently follows project timelines and shares project updates in required format with relevant stakeholders.
Engages with teams to clarify tasks and seek help to resolve conflicts.
Understands the task at hand, seeks out information, and draws conclusions from available data to deliver outcomes.
Adapts quickly to changing priorities to perform as needed in his/her role.
Remains calm when faced with changes to (and in) his/her work.
Plans in advance, organizes own work, and executes high-quality work on time.
Shows initiative to take on more responsibilities/work.
Embraces goals and demonstrates a sense of urgency in achieving them.
Holds self to high standards and keeps pushing to meet them.
Shows a general understanding of budgets, tracking and reporting process as well as related internal policies, processes and tools.
Manages standard tasks related to tracking, reconciling and reporting of budget for own area/ team, under guidance.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Architectural Technology, Engineering, Business or related area preferred.
Some experience in architecture, engineering, operational or healthcare/scientific-related field involving architectural projects or contracts administration, preferred.
Professional certification (e.g., Project Management, OSHA safety certification), preferred as applicable.
Some experience with computer-aided drafting (AutoCAD) and Microsoft Office (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Good knowledge of hospital policies and departmental procedures, preferred.
Professional certification (e.g., Project Management, OSHA safety certification), preferred as applicable.

Responsibilities

Assist in managing clinical projects without major MEP infrastructure and any research and technical projects.
Coordinate planning and implementation of short and long range construction/ renovation projects.
Provide support in creating and organizing construction expansions, additions and remodeling documentation of SJCRH facilities including all facility signage.
Work with contractors and architects to ensure that assigned projects are accomplished with emphasis on time and cost control.
Prepare cost estimates for new construction and renovation project.
Prepare and update new construction and renovation schedules.
Oversee and coordinate field activities on various projects.
Monitor progress and quality control of work and report discrepancies.
Maintain written documentation, through letters or minutes, of all pertinent discussions.
Research existing facilities for measurements and/or existing conditions to update the facilities as built drawings.
Perform other duties as assigned to meet goals and objectives of the department and institution.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance.