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VCU Health · 4 months ago

Real Estate Planning Project Manager, Senior - Facilities

Richmond, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

VCU Health is a healthcare organization seeking a Senior Real Estate Planning Project Manager to oversee the strategic planning, development, and execution of real estate and facility projects. The role involves managing capital projects, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining financial oversight while collaborating with various stakeholders to support healthcare delivery goals.

Hospital & Health Care

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Collaborate with real estate team and senior leadership to align real estate strategies with healthcare delivery goals

Conduct feasibility studies, site selection, schematic design, design development, construction document/administration and space utilization analysis

Participate in the development of facility master plans as required

Lead capital projects from concept through completion, including renovations, expansions, and new construction

Lead the development of the request for bids and/or request for proposal scope of projects in coordination with supply chain

Oversee project scope, budget, timeline, and quality standards

Establish clear expectations of other team members by documenting roles and responsibilities timelines, standards for quality, and measures of success

Interface with senior management on all aspects of construction planning when required

Select and negotiate with supply chain and legal appropriate contracts for architectural and engineering services

Manage project scope, budget, timeline, and quality standards

Leads design meetings with architects, engineers, contractors, and internal stakeholders

Coordinate completed design projects for handoff to construction teams

Manage project to ensure the scope is within the parameters established to meet budget and timeline

Document information for design meetings and information/communication records for the real estate portfolio

Ensure smooth handoff of complete designs to construction teams

Ensure all projects comply with healthcare regulations (e.g., Joint Commission, OSHA, ADA, CMS, FGI,)

Oversee environmental and safety risk assessments

Ensure all processes and policies are followed to include significant transaction processes required by the Board of Directors

Identify potential issues and implement mitigation strategies to keep projects on track

Prepare and manager project budget and forecasts

Create workday and strata documents to support the project

Evaluate cost-saving opportunities and return on investment

Develop SBAR for justification of project overruns

Maintain accurate schedules and forecasts in e-Builder and Smartsheet

Serve as the liaison between clinical departments, administration, and external vendors

Provide regular updates to executive leadership and board members

Qualification

PMP certificationLean Six SigmaHealthcare facility requirementsProject ManagementAutoCADRevitE-BuilderMicrosoft desktop softwareAnalytical skillsOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsLeadership skillsInterpersonal skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Facilities Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field

8+ years of experience in facility management, construction, or project management on health care projects

PMP certification, Lean, Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification

Proficiency in standard Microsoft desktop software including MS Projects, AutoCAD or Revit, e-Builder

Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills

Deep understanding of healthcare facility requirements, including infection control, patient flow, and medical equipment integration

Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to manage diverse teams and communicate with senior stakeholders

Preferred

A Master's degree in Project Management, Facilities Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field

Ability to juggle multiple goals and deadlines in the context of the big picture

Ability to build a strong network and relationships at executive levels with technology and solutions, customers and vendor groups

Excellent written, interpersonal and oral communication skills

Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities

Combination of education and experience in lieu of a degree

Benefits

$20,000 sign-on bonus for offers accepted by November 30, 2025. Terms and conditions apply

Company

VCU Health

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VCU Medical Center is a school. It is a sub-organization of Virginia Commonwealth University.

Founded in 1838

Richmond, Virginia, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.vcuhealth.org

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