Construction Project Manager

It's More Than a Job, It's a Calling!Position: Construction Project ManagerLocation: North/Northwest Chicago Suburb locationsFull Time; 1st shiftMajor Responsibilities:AdministrationParticipates in the bid review process; analyses quotations and proposalsReviews submittals for accuracy and conformity to LGH specificationsInsures that projects are built according to specificationsAdministers construction projects and maintains project documentationAssists in the preparation of initial budget estimates for approvalReviews bids and assists in the selection of appropriate contractorsPrepares change orders for approvalReviews and process pay requestsMaintains and updates project budget tracker sheetsResponsible for coordination and supervision of all aspects of construction processCoordinates contractor meetings on both a regular or as needed basisInspects progress of contractor work as related to project scheduleFields questions and interfaces between contractors, engineers, contract architects and staff architect, and consultantsCoordinates construction activities (such as shutdowns) that directly affect hospital operationsUpdates appropriate hospital personnel regarding construction activities.Responsible for project planningAttends planning meetings with user groups, insuring that the design meets their needs and works within budgetInterfaces with contract architects and staff architect, designers, engineers, and consultants to insure that construction documents conform both to the design intent and to established Advocate Health Care, BroMenn, Eureka, and Eastside Medical Office BuildingResponsible for stewardship of Construction Documents and preparation of Safety Documents on Advocate's behalfThis responsibility includes the preparation and updating of life-safety ILSM project documents, coordination and review of fire evacuation, IDPH comments, Accrediting Organization comments. By law, and our internal procedures, all project final construction/permit documents must be archived and available access by Advocate. Position is responsible for the stewardship of these legal documents on Advocate's behalf.Education/Experience Required:BA/BS in Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture (or related major)2 or more years prior experience in project management with majority of experience in hospital or health care fieldKnowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:Basic skills in computer word processing, scheduling, and accounting spreadsheets.Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical data.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:Self-ambulation in order to visit job sites on campus.Ability to walk on stairs, ladders, climb scaffolding, and visit dusty environments is required.Traveling to job sites with-in Bloomington/Normal/Eureka areas, which requires access to vehicle.This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.Brand: Advocate Health CareJob ID: R258866Employment Type: Full_timeJob Area: FacilitiesFunction: Healthcare Facilities EngineerIndustry: Ambulatory/Clinical Care Services