Healthcare Construction Senior Project Manager | Richmond, Virginia
About the job:
Our client delivers high‑quality, innovative, and customized pre‑construction and construction management services throughout the Richmond, VA region. They are committed to long‑term client relationships, operational excellence, and fostering the growth of talented construction professionals. Specializing in technical, occupied, and highly sensitive healthcare renovation projects, they are trusted for their expertise in infection prevention, dust containment, and complex hospital environments.
Respected across the industry, they take pride in maintaining values that guide every project:
- Deliver exceptional outcomes
- Live with integrity
- Treat others with respect
- Success through collaboration
- Honor commitments
- Be healthy, be safe
OUR CLIENT’S IMPACT MATTERS
With our client, you’re not just managing projects—you’re leading mission‑critical healthcare renovations that directly impact patient safety, clinical functionality, and hospital operations.
They are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead complex healthcare renovation projects from concept to completion.
Why this is a standout opportunity:
- You will lead highly technical healthcare projects with a reputable, specialized contractor
- You’ll have autonomy, decision‑making authority, and influence over project strategy
- You’ll collaborate with highly experienced construction and healthcare professionals
- You’ll join a culture built on integrity, partnership, and continuous improvement
- You’ll help shape safer, more innovative healthcare environments for communities in need
Overview of Senior Project Manager Responsibilities
Leadership & Project Delivery
- Lead full lifecycle management of healthcare construction projects, ensuring scope, schedule, safety, and budget objectives are met
- Serve as primary client liaison, maintaining strong relationships and ensuring expectations are aligned and exceeded
- Oversee subcontractor selection, contract negotiations, and performance management
- Drive project planning, logistics, phasing, and infection‑control strategies required in occupied healthcare settings
Financial & Contract Oversight
- Manage project financials including budgets, projections, cost controls, and change management
- Review and negotiate contract terms, scopes of work, and risk mitigation plans
- Ensure accurate and timely documentation, reporting, and compliance across all project phases
Quality, Safety & Compliance
- Ensure adherence to healthcare construction requirements including ICRA, ILSM, and AHJ standards
- Lead onsite teams to uphold strict infection prevention protocols and environmental controls
- Resolve complex project challenges with sound judgment, leadership, and technical expertise
Team & Stakeholder Management
- Mentor junior project team members; fostering a collaborative and growth‑oriented project environment
- Facilitate communication between owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and healthcare staff
- Represent the company with professionalism and integrity on all project matters
Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
- 8+ years of construction management experience, with 5+ years in healthcare construction
- Proven track record leading complex renovation projects in occupied hospital environments
- Proficient in construction management technologies (MS Excel, MS Project, Procore)
- Strong ability to interpret contract documents, schedules, and technical specifications
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and leadership skills
- In‑depth understanding of healthcare construction standards (ICRA, ILSM, interim life safety compliance)
- Ability to proactively manage risk, resolve issues, and guide multi‑disciplinary teams
Our client offers a collaborative, relationship‑driven culture with strong support for professional growth and advancement.
What you need to do now
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