Description
Real Estate | Planning, Design & Construction Manage capital design and construction projects that directly support UCLA Health's clinical and operational growth. As a Design & Construction Project Manager, you will lead projects under $10M from concept through completion. You will define scope, manage budgets and schedules, coordinate with stakeholders, and ensure compliance with regulatory and organizational standards. In this role, you will: * Manage design and construction capital projects under $10M, including scope, schedule, budget, and execution strategy.
* Lead project planning, design, and consultant coordination to ensure quality, compliance, and timely delivery.
* Oversee regulatory approvals, plan check processes, and adherence to building codes and healthcare standards.
* Develop and manage project budgets, cost estimates, timelines, and key milestones.
* Lead bidding, contract negotiation, and vendor management, including contractor selection and project execution.
* Oversee construction activities, including RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project closeout.
* Coordinate communication across clinical, operational, and leadership stakeholders to minimize disruption.
* Partner with regulatory teams to support licensing, compliance, and audit readiness.
* Ensure complete project closeout, including documentation, record drawings, and turnover requirements. Salary Range: $95,400 to $208,300 annually. Target salary $100,000 to $135,000 annually.
Qualifications
Required * Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
* 5 or more years of related experience or training in design, construction, facilities project management, or a closely related field.
* Demonstrated experience managing design and construction projects, including scope, schedule, and budget oversight.
* Knowledge of building codes, regulatory requirements, and healthcare construction standards.
* Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a complex, fast paced environment.
* Strong project management, vendor coordination, and stakeholder communication skills.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams. Preferred * Experience managing healthcare or hospital construction projects.
* Knowledge of HCAI, OSHPD, or similar healthcare regulatory approval processes.
* Experience with space planning, interior design, or furniture and equipment coordination.
* Familiarity with University of California systems, processes, or capital programs.
* Certification in project management such as PMP or equivalent.
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