Senior Project Manager, Healthcare Construction

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What this job involves:

As a Senior Project Manager – Healthcare Construction at JLL, you will be responsible for overseeing complex healthcare construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This role requires leading and managing multiple healthcare construction projects simultaneously including new builds, renovations, and expansions while developing and maintaining project schedules, budgets, and risk management plans. You'll coordinate with clients, architects, engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met while overseeing the procurement process including contractor selection and contract negotiation. Your expertise in healthcare regulations, building codes, and safety standards will be essential in maintaining compliance throughout all project phases while conducting weekly site visits and inspections to maintain quality control.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Lead and manage multiple healthcare construction projects simultaneously including new builds, renovations, and expansions
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and risk management plans while coordinating with clients, architects, engineers, contractors, and stakeholders
• Oversee procurement process including contractor selection and contract negotiation
• Monitor project progress, identify potential issues, and implement solutions to keep projects on track
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, building codes, and safety standards
• Conduct weekly site visits and inspections to maintain quality control while providing weekly field reports
• Prepare and present weekly project status reports to client and senior management
• Mentor and guide junior project managers and team members while staying current with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in healthcare construction

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
• 7+ years of experience in project management with focus on healthcare construction projects
• Strong knowledge of healthcare regulations including HIPAA and Joint Commission standards
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office suite
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings
• Understanding of healthcare facility operations and compliance requirements
• Experience with complex project coordination and stakeholder management

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with sustainability and LEED certification in healthcare projects
• Knowledge of healthcare construction protocols (ICRA, ILSM)
• Understanding of medical equipment planning and infrastructure requirements
• Experience with occupied healthcare facility construction
• Advanced project management certification (PMP, CCM)
• Knowledge of healthcare technology systems and integration
• Experience mentoring and developing junior project management staff
• Understanding of clinical workflow and patient care considerations

Location:

Multiple healthcare facility locations with weekly site visits required

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Estimated compensation for this position:

120,000.00 – 170,000.00 USD per year

This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Location:

On-site –Chicago, IL

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits may include:

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care

• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary 

• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

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