Sr. Project Manager

Job Summary

Under the general direction of the Associate Director of Project Delivery, Health Design and Construction Sr. Project Manager (PM) is accountable for project management services to ensure design and construction projects are on schedule, within budget, high-quality, cost-effective, and appropriate to client program needs. Simultaneously manages multiple projects of various sizes in the challenging healthcare construction environment.  Services include all elements of project management from concept through project closeout including initial scoping, budgeting, funding, procurement, construction management and closeout of large and small projects.  

The PM organizes, plans, and controls the design and construction efforts on projects ranging from $50,000- $70,000,000.  This involves selecting professional design staff (architects and engineers), general contractors and subcontractors, coordinating the activities of clients, construction inspectors, and others associated with the projects; managing project progress to achieve overall project objectives consistent with department standards and in alignment with customer expectations including, budget, cost and quality; resolving problems that arise in the projects; working with state agency officials to ensure compliance and safety.  The project manager has a first line responsibility to communicate effectively with project stakeholders regarding program, budget, schedule, and construction impact. PM provides support to the annual Capital Budget development process. Project managers may be responsible for coordinating the activities of Real Estate Assistant Project Managers as directed.   

Represents UCSF on design and construction projects, including new development, facility expansion, renovations and retrofitting. Responsible for coordinating, monitoring and reporting on all design and construction activities. Administrate consultant and construction agreements, facilitate quality control, maintenance of design and construction schedules, construction management and owner representative responsibilities. Manage medium to large size teams of external vendors and internal affiliate and service line staff on medium to large projects. Demonstrate a mastery of project management, works with a high degree of autonomy, and is responsible for delivering medium to large scale projects with moderate to difficult complexity. Responsible for delivering projects on-time and on budget. Exercises independent judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.

PM leads developmental stage of capital projects to assure that project scope, schedule, and phasing are adequately defined. Use Health D&C project benchmarks and/or work with the design professionals to create the preliminary project budget and schedule. 

PM defines working criteria for a proposed project, determining the hazardous materials, infection control, phasing of work, and fire and life safety requirements that are necessary.  Estimate the design review efforts for a project to assure that the quality of the construction documents is sufficient to minimize the risk of cost overruns during construction.

PM coordinates the efforts of the Inspector of Record, state agencies (e.g., OSHPD), the contractor and University representatives to ensure code compliance and quality of work, and a constructive relationship with the regulators. Prepare and verify that all required documentation is completed prior to occupancy or authorized approval of a project.

With the support of the D&C relocation, furniture, equipment and IT coordinators, and in cooperation with other UCSF Health and Campus support units, assure that all aspects of the project are addressed in a timely manner.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

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Department Description

The organization of UCSF Real Estate is focused on the development, planning, delivery, and management of physical space for UCSF.  Key responsibilities include a unified approach to oversee the active UCSF growth planned on a multi-site campus and to manage the complex metropolitan environments affecting capital assets and projects and efforts to align municipal challenges with maximum effectiveness in support of the UCSF mission.

UCSF Real Estate is an integrated unit that enables the alignment of development, planning, design, construction, and management of facilities and a lease portfolio of 1 million square feet across UCSF.  Services are provided through the following departments:  Building Permit Services, Campus Design and Construction, Campus Planning, Construction Contract Administration, Health Design and Construction, Health Major Capital Projects, Real Estate Services, Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland Capital Program Management and support through Business Intelligence, and Finance, Administration and Operations.

The combined UCSF Campus and Health organizations include approximately 198 UCSF and 38 contract personnel; operating/recharge budgets of more than $52.2M per year; current year capital project expenditures of $900 million; and oversight and responsibility for > $13.3 billion long-range capital development.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Planning or in a related field and three to five years of experience in managing all phases of capital projects; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 3 - 5 years of experience in managing construction or renovation projects, preferably in a hospital, research laboratory or clinical environment.
• Experience and ability to effectively lead and supervise staff and Project Teams.
• Advanced knowledge of building and construction, design, construction contract administration and California Building Codes, including advanced understanding of industry practices, or deep expertise in a highly specialized and critical discipline.
• Advanced project management skills to effectively manage highly complex projects, or highly specialized and critical project components.
• Advanced analytical, organizational and problem recognition / avoidance / resolution skills.
• Advanced written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including highly effective negotiation skills and highly developed political acumen.
• Skilled in building, maintaining, and nurturing strong professional relationships.
• Financial skills to prepare, monitor and manage project budgets, evaluate cost estimates, and review payment requests.
• Strong communication skills on a one-to-one basis or in a group setting with project team, leaders, stakeholders, contractors, and consultants.
• Strong Microsoft Office and project manager software skills. Working knowledge of CAD drawing programs and architectural design application programs.
• Advanced ability to manage contractors and maintain compliance to the agreed-upon scope of work and budget.
• Demonstrated ability to simultaneously manage a large number of projects of varying size, type, and complexity.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional License in Architecture, Mechanical, Electrical or Civil Engineering.
• Experience with lean principles and process improvements.
• Experience using Primavera Unifier and P6 Scheduling Software
• Advanced knowledge of the organization, including its infrastructure, rules, regulations, policies and short and long range strategic building plans.
• Knowledge of the organization, including its infrastructure and short- and long-range strategic building plans.
• Knowledge of applicable building codes and / or regulatory requirements including, but not limited to, Title 24, OSHPD and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
• Understanding and knowledge of industry practices. Ability to assess technical design documents, construction contracts, and related records.
• Broad skills and technological knowledge in areas of architecture, construction, MEPF, Lean Construction and/or Project Delivery.
• Strong project management skills to effectively manage multiphase projects or project components within an occupied academic medical center or academic research facility. 

About UCSF

At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what’s possible for the patients we serve – a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team.

Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report – UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere. In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth, UCSF Health offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Job Code and Payroll Title

005642 FAC PROJECT MGT SPEC 4 HC

Job Category

Professional (Non-Clinical), Professional and Managerial, Project Management, Real Estate Services

Bargaining Unit

99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)

Location

Flexible (combination of onsite and remote work), San Francisco, CA

Additional Shift Details

Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.