Project Manager Construction

Boston, MA, United States

Job Description - Project Manager Construction (3289605)

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Project Manager oversees the development, design, and construction of MEEI capital construction projects. Develops and coordinates planning and design documents and administers construction projects and interior moves to completion. Responsible for developing and implementing the program moves associated with MEEI construction projects. Responsible for the coordination and ordering of furnishings throughout the Infirmary. Responsible for maintenance and implementation of the finishes standards program. Responsible for managing new interior furniture and finishes standards, departmental supplied equipment, Planning supplied equipment, and ordering of furnishings throughout MEEI. Manages regulatory checklists and documentation as applicable to each project.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Develop the scope of MEEI capital projects.

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Works with MEEI managers while developing the project scope of assigned

capital projects.

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Assists with the development of capital project documents as directed by MEEI

management, typically based on the MEEI Campus Master Plan.

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Responsible for the implementation of projects as directed by the capital planning

process of MEEI.

2. Manage the design of capital projects by A-E design

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Coordinate project design development with MEEI managers.

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Participate in project development with design professionals, contractors,

vendors, and/or regulatory agencies; provide guidance, review, and coordination for user input, design criteria, and constructability; and in concert with others, plan and schedule all construction work, including coordination of utility disruption, implementation of safety and security measures, control of construction noise, and cleanliness of the job sites and related building spaces.

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Schedule, attend, and participate in all project construction meetings, and perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

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Provide coordination for the requirements of the telecommunication network, equipment and furnishings.

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Provides status reports to the director of Planning.

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Review plans and specifications prepared by A/E firms at various stages of the design.

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Review plans and submittals prepared by vendors at various stages of the design.

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Responsible for proper coordination with affected program managers ensuring the design will meet program requirements

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Evaluate plans to determine that the design is feasible to build, can be constructed efficiently, and will function as intended.

3. Manage the construction phase of MEEI capital projects.

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Assist MEEI Procurement in the preparation of bid documents.

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Provides project management leadership for MEEI construction projects.

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Ensures that required coordination has occurred for owner-supplied equipment and

furnishings.

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Manage multiple projects, some with competing priorities, ensuring schedules and budgets are not negatively impacted; maintain current knowledge of projects; and respond to administrative inquiries regarding budget and delivery, as well as

technical inquiries from architects, engineers, and state/local building inspectors monitoring construction.

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Inspects construction performed by contractors. Supervises the inspection efforts of construction management firms if used for large projects. Ensures that all work is performed in accordance with approved plans, specifications, and submittals. Ensures that as-built information is properly documented. Reviews requests for payment and recommends payment or nonpayment to the contracting officer.

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Evaluates the technical feasibility and cost of modifications to work brought about by changed program requirements or differing site conditions.

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Maintains project documentation, including project drawings, submittals, payroll requirements, delays, and other unusual conditions.

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Provides recommendations for construction pay requests.

4. In conjunction with program managers, the construction schedule, vendors, and administration:

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Oversees preparation and management of disruption plans, relocations, and move-in plans.

5. Monitors quality control/quality assurance for all project-related activities.

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Performs or directs the performance testing of completed systems.

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Participates in the training of maintenance staff.

6. Maintains current files and database records for all facility projects, furnishings, finishes, and space allocations.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

A bachelor's degree in engineering, or architecture from an ABET

accredited college or university or a degree in construction management from an ACCE

certified college or university is preferred. Masters degree is highly preferred.

Engineers and Architects must be professionally registered in the State of Massachusetts or have the ability to obtain registration in Massachusetts.

Must have a minimum of 5 years of professional experience, including at least four years' experience in Massachusetts-based project management.

Must have demonstrated experience working with healthcare design and construction projects, Certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP) by the Project Management Institute or as a Certified Construction Manager (CCM) by the Construction Management Association of America (or approved equivalents) is preferred.

Must be knowledgeable of Joint Commission for Accreditation of Healthcare Organization standards and applicable standards of other healthcare service delivery organizations (such as the Clinical Laboratory Management Association), as they apply to facility design and construction.

Knowledge of AutoCAD and space/asset management database systems.

Understanding of healthcare planning and staff utilization related to space programming for healthcare facilities is very desirable. In addition, a basic knowledge of medical equipment (both fixed and moveable) requirements related to the design and construction of building support services is desirable.

Understanding of financial terms and processes.

Knowledge of Boston building codes

Knowledge of the City of Boston and Massachusetts Department of Public Health

project review and permitting process.

Skilled in personnel management, including professional staff, support staff, and

construction trades personnel.

Ability to handle multiple tasks in a timely and professional manner.

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Skills and abilities to utilize computer software for the completion of facility

projects including but not limited to Microsoft Office, MS projects, and other

Windows based programs.

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Ability and skill to effectively communicate (orally and in writing) technical

subject matter to technical and non-technical audiences including communities,

federal and state agencies and other professionals. o

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Understand construction safety standards and safety practices. o

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Understands construction limitations and requirements within a healthcare facility

to include infection control, interim life safety measures, NFPA 101, and

applicable hospital construction concerns.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Majority of work is performed in a professional office setting.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Office work is primarily sedentary.

Periodic and recurring construction site inspections and training sessions require

walking, bending, climbing, and stooping.

HIPAA Privacy Training and Sanctions

All employees who have access to health information whose confidentiality is protected by the HIPAA Privacy Rule are required by the Rule to receive training so that they have an understanding and knowledge of the Privacy Rule that corresponds to their job responsibilities and of the group health plan’s policies and procedures that impact on their job duties. Training on the requirements of the HIPAA Privacy Rule and the plan’s health information policies and procedures under the direction of the institution’s privacy officer is a pre-requisite for this position.

Employees who violate the requirements of the HIPAA Privacy Rule will be subject to discipline, up to and including termination.

This description is intended to indicate essential tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title.It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of supervisors to assign, direct, or control the work of staff members under their supervision.The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned but that are of similar kind or level of difficulty

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

A bachelor's degree in engineering, or architecture from an ABET

accredited college or university or a degree in construction management from an ACCE

certified college or university is preferred. Masters degree is highly preferred.

Engineers and Architects must be professionally registered in the State of Massachusetts or have the ability to obtain registration in Massachusetts.

Must have a minimum of 5 years of professional experience, including at least four years' experience in Massachusetts-based project management.

Must have demonstrated experience working with healthcare design and construction projects, Certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP) by the Project Management Institute or as a Certified Construction Manager (CCM) by the Construction Management Association of America (or approved equivalents) is preferred.

Must be knowledgeable of Joint Commission for Accreditation of Healthcare Organization standards and applicable standards of other healthcare service delivery organizations (such as the Clinical Laboratory Management Association), as they apply to facility design and construction.

Knowledge of AutoCAD and space/asset management database systems.

Understanding of healthcare planning and staff utilization related to space programming for healthcare facilities is very desirable. In addition, a basic knowledge of medical equipment (both fixed and moveable) requirements related to the design and construction of building support services is desirable.

Understanding of financial terms and processes.

Knowledge of Boston building codes

Knowledge of the City of Boston and Massachusetts Department of Public Health

project review and permitting process.

Skilled in personnel management, including professional staff, support staff, and

construction trades personnel.

Ability to handle multiple tasks in a timely and professional manner.

·

Skills and abilities to utilize computer software for the completion of facility

projects including but not limited to Microsoft Office, MS projects, and other

Windows based programs.

·

Ability and skill to effectively communicate (orally and in writing) technical

subject matter to technical and non-technical audiences including communities,

federal and state agencies and other professionals. o

·

Understand construction safety standards and safety practices. o

·

Understands construction limitations and requirements within a healthcare facility

to include infection control, interim life safety measures, NFPA 101, and

applicable hospital construction concerns.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Majority of work is performed in a professional office setting.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Office work is primarily sedentary.

Periodic and recurring construction site inspections and training sessions require

walking, bending, climbing, and stooping.

HIPAA Privacy Training and Sanctions

All employees who have access to health information whose confidentiality is protected by the HIPAA Privacy Rule are required by the Rule to receive training so that they have an understanding and knowledge of the Privacy Rule that corresponds to their job responsibilities and of the group health plan’s policies and procedures that impact on their job duties. Training on the requirements of the HIPAA Privacy Rule and the plan’s health information policies and procedures under the direction of the institution’s privacy officer is a pre-requisite for this position.

Employees who violate the requirements of the HIPAA Privacy Rule will be subject to discipline, up to and including termination.

This description is intended to indicate essential tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title.It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of supervisors to assign, direct, or control the work of staff members under their supervision.The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned but that are of similar kind or level of difficulty

Primary Location

Primary Location

MA-Boston-MEI Mass Eye and Ear 325 Cambridge St

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