Construction Project Manager

Fresenius - Baton Rouge, LA

Full-time - Mid Level

Baton Rouge, LA

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The position involves providing project leadership for the construction of dialysis clinics, managing multiple construction projects from conception through to post-occupancy. The role requires coordination with both internal and external architects and real estate professionals, ensuring that the construction process is effectively managed. The individual will also be responsible for overseeing maintenance and repair work associated with the facilities that are already operational. This position is critical in a fast-paced environment where timely and budget-conscious project completion is essential. The project manager will direct, organize, and supervise the activities of contractors, developers, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget. This includes supervising project quality and adherence to design specifications and standards. The role requires identifying deficiencies, investigating problems, and taking corrective actions as necessary. Regular communication with operations management and division executives is essential, providing updates on budget analysis, schedule progress, permit statuses, and any significant issues affecting the projects. Additionally, the project manager will maintain up-to-date project information in the Project Questionnaire (PQ) database and collaborate with various departments, including Estimating, Transaction Management, and Architecture & Design, to ensure project success. The role also involves ensuring strict adherence to defined scopes of work and contractual agreements, as well as confirming warranty statuses before initiating maintenance repairs. The project manager will interface with multiple departments to ensure compliance with guidelines and maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive project information.

Responsibilities

• Manage the construction process for assigned projects, ensuring timely and budget-compliant completion.
• Supervise project quality and adherence to design specifications and standards.
• Identify deficiencies and investigate problems, taking corrective action as necessary.
• Provide regular updates to operations management and division executives regarding project status.
• Maintain up-to-date project information in the Project Questionnaire (PQ) database.
• Collaborate with various departments on project-related tasks and updates.
• Ensure strict adherence to defined scopes of work and contractual agreements.
• Conduct maintenance investigations of existing facilities and monitor completion of work.
• Interface with multiple departments to ensure ongoing compliance with guidelines.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field; Advanced Degree desirable or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of construction/project management experience in a multi-project environment.
• Thorough familiarity with standard construction practices, means, methods, materials, and techniques.
• Current knowledge of construction management from pre-construction to completion.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and industry-specific software.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects effectively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Construction Contracts, General Conditions, and Change Orders.
• Team-oriented mindset that aligns with company culture.

Benefits

• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Recognition programs for employee contributions.
• Commitment to sustainability and a drug-free workplace.