Senior Project Manager - Campus Planning & Capital Projects - OFMD

Washington University in St. Louis•St. Louis, MO

1d•$96,000 - $169,300

About The Position

The Operations & Facilities Management Department (OFMD) at WashU Medicine provides essential services that sustain the medical campus’ mission of excellence in patient care, research, and education. Guided by our PRIDE+ Core Values of Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Dedication, Excellence, and Mutual Support, we foster a culture of accountability, service, and collaboration across the medical campus. OFMD manages the maintenance and operation of more than 65 buildings, encompassing over 14.8 million gross square feet, including the 11-story, 609,000-square-foot Neuroscience Research Building (NRB), home to one of the world’s largest concentrations of neuroscientists. Our team delivers operational and administrative support, strategic planning, and project management to ensure efficient, safe, and innovative facility operations. As WashU Medicine continues to expand its clinical, research, and teaching footprint across and beyond campus, OFMD remains a trusted partner, driving excellence through seamless facility management and unwavering support of the university’s mission. The Senior Project Manager leads the planning, design, and execution of complex facilities and capital projects, ensuring alignment with institutional standards, budgets, and long-range campus goals. Serves as the owner’s representative, coordinates across departments and external partners to deliver high-quality projects that support the university’s mission and strategic vision. Provides strong leadership, technical expertise, and the ability to manage multiple projects from concept through completion. This position will work on projects on all WashU campuses.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
Architectural Design, Design/Build, Renovation, Space Planning, And/Or Construction Management (10 Years)

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
LEED Accredited Professional - Green Building Certification Institute
Higher Education, Medical School, Healthcare, Or In Facilities Planning And Project Management (12 Years)
Accountability, Architecture (Buildings and Structures), Building Codes, Campus Planning, Capital Projects, Client Consulting, Communication, Construction Management, Continual Improvement Process, Detail-Oriented, Diplomacy, Engineering Practices, Financial Management, Innovative Initiatives, Interior Design, Key Performance Indicators (KPI), Leadership, Organizational Assessment, Planning, Post Occupancy Evaluations, Problem Solving, Project Management, Project Process Improvement, Safety Standards, Supervision

Responsibilities

Manages and oversees multiple small to large and complex facilities and/or capital projects from initiation to completion in alignment with the department's project delivery process. Includes planning, design, and construction projects on and off campus, focusing on quality, budget, and schedule in alignment with standards and vision. Develops and leads processes, creates meeting content when needed.
Facilitates and participates in planning and project meetings with campus partners, including BJH, SLCH, BJC, etc., to ensure seamless integration and construction across campuses.
Evaluates the appropriateness of specific project requirements and recommends the most appropriate and cost-effective solution for completing the work.
Provides owners' review of projects with understanding of architectural components, building systems, and construction methods, aligned with the University's strategic vision and plans.
Establishes and monitors project activity, budgets, and schedules. This includes, but is not limited to, owners' directions, change orders, signage, move management, and activation.
Consults with departments to qualify and quantify specific program, project, and facility requirements. May advise and consult as space becomes activated and operationalized.
As the owner's representative, provides oversight and coordinates planning, design, and construction-related activities.
Communicates with stakeholders regularly, and ensures escalations are properly identified, addressed, and distributed to the group at large.
Maintains compliance with building and safety codes and other regulations, reviews engineering and architectural drawings and specifications.
Assists in developing, maintaining, and enforcing WashU Architectural, Mechanical, Electrical, Fire Protection, Design, and Construction guidelines and standards.
Understands the business need for each project and makes ongoing decisions based on what's best for the organization, even if it means challenging stakeholders on critical success factors.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

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