Design & Construction Project Manager

Design & Construction Project Manager

Employer: UCLA Health. 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 requiremen