Sr. Project Manager

Duke Careers•Durham, NC

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Be part of the team driving major capital construction and renovation initiatives! Be You. This role supports major capital initiatives at the Duke Health and Hospital Cary campuses, advancing complex healthcare facilities that will serve patients and caregivers for generations. The successful candidate will serve as an MEP-focused and/or Senior Project Manager embedded within design, construction, and activation teams. This is a hands-on, front-line position responsible for driving cross-disciplinary clarity, resolving technical conflicts, and ensuring building systems perform as intended at project turnover. Plan and coordinate architectural and engineering services for Duke Health construction and renovation programs. Responsibilities include preparing and evaluating planning and engineering designs, developing performance specifications, and supporting the supervision of construction, renovation, and repair activities for Duke Health facilities and equipment. This individual will oversee coordination of architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and related building systems from design development and planning through commissioning and activation. Work Arrangement – On-site

Requirements

Work generally requires a bachelor's degree in a specific engineering field.
Work requires a minimum of eight years’ experience in design, planning, evaluation and project management related to new construction and renovation of buildings and/or systems.
Strong organizational skills
Excellent communication abilities
Proactive, solution-oriented mindset
Demonstrated commitment to excellence, integrity, teamwork, respect, and innovation
Mission-driven approach to work

Nice To Haves

8 years of project management experience preferred.
15+ years of experience in Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) preferred.
Master's degree preferred.
Professional licensure (AIA/RA and/or PE) preferred.
Bachelor’s degree in architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan and coordinate architectural and engineering services for construction and renovation programs
Prepare and evaluate architectural and engineering designs
Develop performance specifications for facilities and equipment
Support Duke stakeholders in planning proposed projects
Assist in supervising design, construction, renovation, and repair activities
Prepare cost estimates and support budget development
Monitor project progress and overall performance
Inspect construction projects to ensure: Compliance with safety standards Adherence to approved specifications Alignment with sound engineering practices
Maintain strong collaboration with the Planning Office, departments, and key stakeholders
Resolve architectural and engineering design issues and project-related challenges
Oversee preparation of technical and project documentation
Ensure appropriate staffing and task distribution
Prepare reports and analyses outlining project progress, risks, trends, and recommendations
Perform other related duties as required