Senior Project Manager - Labor Compliance

Harris Health is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet® nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. At Harris Health, we prioritize the well-being of our most valuable asset--our people--ensuring a culture of compassion, collaboration and excellence in serving Harris County's most in need. With integrity and accountability at our core, we commit to 'leading with love', embodying our dedication to quality care, education, and a steadfast respect for every individual's contribution to our mission. Job Summary The Senior Project Manager - Labor Compliance provides owner-representative prevailing wage compliance oversight for Bond-funded construction projects under the Harris Health $3.2-billion Strategic Capital Plan. This role serves as the single point of accountability to manage program-level prevailing wage risk and ensure alignment with Harris County Prevailing Wage requirements, the Davis-Bacon Act, and the Harris Health Skilled Trades Protection Policy approved by the Board of Trustees. Responsibilities include developing and maintaining project-specific compliance plans; coordinating with the Harris County Department of Economic Equity and Opportunity (DEEO), construction managers, contractors, and internal compliance teams; supporting subcontractor onboarding and workforce ramp-up; monitoring certified payroll and skilled trades/apprenticeship documentation; identifying and escalating discrepancies for timely resolution; maintaining complete compliance records to support documentation standards, executive reporting, and audit readiness; and providing leadership with clear, timely visibility into compliance status and emerging risks across the capital program. Minimum Qualifications Degrees / Work Experience / School Education Bachelor's Degree Architectural or Construction Management, or related technical degree (And) Five (5) Years Work Experience related industry experience to include 3 Years of Project Management experience within healthcare facilities or large construction projects High School Diploma or GED (And) Nine (9) Years Work Experience related industry experience to include three years project management within healthcare facilities or large construction projects Licenses & Certifications Project Mgmt Professional preferred Communication Skills Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contact) Exceptional Verbal (Public Speaking) Writing / Correspondence Writing/Reports Proficiencies MS Word, P.C. Job Attributes Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Analytical, Design, Research Work Schedule Flexible, Eligible for Telecommute Equipment Operated Plotters, Computer, Scanners, A/E tools (i.e. AuotCAD, Microsoft Project, etc.), Project Management Software, etc. Other Requirements Applicable Codes; Strong understanding of healthcare regulations, codes, and standards (e.g., NFPA, FGI guidelines). Cost estimating; Experience with budgeting, cost control, and financial management. Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and collaborate with stakeholders, including architects, contractors, and hospital staff. #J-18808-Ljbffr Harris Health System, Inc.