Construction Project Coordinator

Construction Project Coordinator - Moncrief Cancer Institute
*This position will be based in Fort Worth, TX*

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!


ABOUT MONCRIEF CANCER INSTITIUTE

Moncrief Cancer Institute is a part of UT Southwestern Harold C. Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center, which is the only National Cancer Institute-designated center in North Texas. We offer an exceptional level of academic medical expertise in cancer services for our patients as well as a positive work environment for our employees. The leadership team at Moncrief places a high priority on employee engagement and satisfaction and works diligently to offer an inclusive and supportive work environment. Working in health care is both rewarding and challenging, and we provide benefits focused on supporting employees' mental and emotional health including Food Truck Fridays, fun swag, ice cream treats, quiet spaces, take-home gourmet meals, and virtual yoga. We're a fun, collaborative group united around our mission to reduce the impact of cancer.

JOB SUMMARY
The Moncrief Cancer Institute is seeking an experienced Construction Project Coordinator to lead construction, renovation, and facilities improvement projects at our Fort Worth campus. Working under minimal supervision, the construction project coordinator will manage the full lifecycle of project and program development while exercising independent judgment and authority to ensure all initiatives support a safe, patient-focused environment. This role requires a proactive leader to plan and coordinate new construction, remodels, and day-to-day facilities initiatives while maintaining rigorous documentation and progress reporting. By overseeing these complex building projects from inception to completion, you will play a critical role in optimizing the efficiency and safety of our clinical facilities.

BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

• Education
  High School Diploma or GED equivalent or
  Vocational school

• Experience
  5 years of experience in construction industry at journeyman level and
  2 years of experience at supervisory level.

JOB DUTIES

• Develops construction schedule in conjunction with Production Control, Building Managers, and leadership . Ensures accordance with policy.
• Reads and interprets architectural plans and contract documents. Develops estimates for materials needed and places orders accordingly.
• Coordinates scheduling of various trades during construction phase. Knowledge of scheduling software preferred.
• Inspects job site on on-going basis to ensure work is being performed in timely and accurate manner.
• Prepares change orders and obtains approval from leadership.
• Gives contractor tentative approval to proceed and then obtains final approval from Assistant Director as appropriate.
• Acts as liaison with user to respond to concerns and obtains approval for any changes in plans or costs.
• Prepares punch list, conducts final inspection, and reviews final billing upon completion of project.
• Secures permits and inspections.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.