Project Manager - Planning, Design and Construction

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta

About The Position

Manages planning, design, and construction projects across Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta facilities, including hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, medical office buildings, physician practices, and administrative and office buildings. Serves as the owner’s representative and directs contractors, architects, engineers, designers, and other vendors on assigned projects. Establishes project scope, budgets, and schedules; secures vendors; issues contracts and purchase orders; coordinates work with end users; and ensures timely project closeout. Advises on facility utilization and space planning in support of Children’s mission, values, and family-centered care. Supports safe patient care, a safe environment, and regulatory compliance in all project activities, including work in active clinical environments. The role manages renovation, construction, and small projects throughout their lifecycle, from initiation through closeout. It coordinates design and pre-construction, construction and implementation, stakeholder communication and governance, regulatory compliance and safety, project handover, and team development. The position also supports capital planning, continuous improvement, and operational readiness.

Requirements

At least 5 years of progressive experience in hospital or healthcare facilities planning, design, construction, project management, and/or facilities management operations.
Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously, including renovations and improvements to existing space.
Bachelor’s degree in construction management, building construction, architecture, interior design, engineering, project management, or a related field.
Demonstrated leadership in facilitating and leading cross-functional teams, including clinical, support, and administrative stakeholders.
Strong understanding of design and construction processes, including programming, schematic design, design development, construction documents, bidding, construction, commissioning, and closeout.
Ability to read and interpret architectural, civil, structural, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and interior design drawings and specifications.
Ability to develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and cash flows; analyze variances; and implement corrective actions.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products and project management tools; familiarity with scheduling software such as Smartsheet and collaboration platforms.
Advanced oral and written communication skills, including preparing clear presentations and status reports for leaders and stakeholders.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with employees at all organizational levels, external partners, and regulatory authorities.
Ability to address and creatively manage conflict and negotiate solutions among diverse stakeholder groups.
Ability to proactively identify and manage risks and opportunities, including safety, infection prevention, operational disruption, and financial risks.
Strong customer-service orientation aligned with Children’s family-centered care philosophy and values.
Strong organization and time-management skills, including the ability to manage timelines and multiple concurrent projects.
Human relations and teamwork skills, adaptability, and motivation.
Strong listening skills and ability to incorporate feedback into project plans.
Ability to mentor others, provide strategic input on capital planning, and influence facilities-related organizational decision-making.

Nice To Haves

Experience in healthcare environments such as acute care hospitals, ambulatory care, surgery centers, medical office buildings, and physician practices.
Experience working in occupied patient-care settings, including complex phasing and infection-prevention measures.
Knowledge of building and life-safety codes, including IBC, NFPA, and local and state codes; OSHA and Joint Commission requirements; and healthcare-specific design and construction guidelines such as FGI Guidelines, CMS Conditions of Participation, and ADA.
Experience developing and managing project budgets, schedules, and risk registers.
Experience with capital planning and forecasting.

Responsibilities

Manage the full lifecycle of renovation, construction, and small projects from initiation through closeout, ensuring financial, regulatory, and facility compliance.
Work with department leaders and stakeholders to define scope, functional requirements, success criteria, project charters, and high-level plans.
Lead or participate in planning meetings and align project goals with clinical and non-clinical operational needs and Children’s mission and values.
Incorporate lean principles and other process-improvement methodologies in new construction and renovation projects.
Interpret floorplans, construction documents, and design proposals to assess feasibility, compliance, and alignment with program requirements.
Coordinate design with architects, engineers, designers, and internal specialists, including infection prevention, safety, facilities operations, IS&T, and HTM.
Ensure design solutions support patient safety, family-centered care, efficient workflows, and long-term maintainability.
Review design documents for compliance with applicable codes, standards, and healthcare regulations.
Support value engineering to optimize cost, quality, sustainability, and operational performance.
Create, manage, and execute project scope, schedule, resources, budget, and change-management initiatives.
Coordinate construction in active healthcare environments to minimize disruption, including phasing and infection control risk assessments where applicable.
Identify and manage project risks, issues, and opportunities; develop mitigation strategies and escalate as appropriate.
Collaborate with specialists to deliver subject-matter work and ensure compliance with safety, infection-prevention, and environmental requirements.
Ensure project deliverables are on time, within budget, and meet quality, safety, and performance expectations.
Develop, negotiate, execute, administer, and archive project contracts, contract documents, specifications, and legal agreements.
Secure vendors and contractors, issue purchase orders, review and approve invoices, and maintain accurate financial tracking and reporting.
Communicate and document project plans, status updates, scope changes, business goals, and governance plans for team members, leaders, and stakeholders.
Provide project reporting on schedule, budget, risks, and issues to leadership and governance committees as required.
Promote customer service aligned with Children’s mission, vision, and values, with a focus on family-centered care and staff engagement.
Address concerns and manage expectations of end users, clinical staff, and support departments throughout the project lifecycle.
Ensure compliance with OSHA, Joint Commission, CMS, and other applicable regulatory and code requirements.
Coordinate with safety, infection prevention, facilities, and other departments to maintain a safe environment of care during construction, including appropriate barriers, signage, and phasing.
Support regulatory and accreditation documentation and inspections for new or renovated spaces.
Complete project closeout within defined timelines, including punch lists, commissioning, training, and warranty documentation.
Provide final floor plans, as-built drawings, and relevant documentation to Space and Occupancy, Real Estate, Facilities Operations, and other teams.
Verify operational readiness, including staff training, equipment installation, IS&T/telecom, and signage, before occupancy.
Conduct post-occupancy reviews and lessons-learned activities to inform future projects and continuous improvement.
Mentor team members and support their professional growth and skill development through education and training.
Provide guidance and collaborate with other project managers; may lead program-level initiatives or project portfolios.