Facilities And Building Construction Project Manager (Project Manager Iv)

Posted Date

4/11/2023

Department(s): Enterprise Project Management Office (EPMO)

Reports to: Director II, Enterprise Project Management Office

FLSA status: Non-Exempt

Salary Grade: P - $117,000 - $192,390

About CalOptima Health

CalOptima Health is the single largest health plan in Orange County, serving 880,000 members, or one in four residents. Our motto — "Better. Together.” — is at the heart of our mission to serve members with excellence, dignity and respect. We are a public agency made up of compassionate leaders and professionals working together to strengthen our community’s health. If you’re looking for an opportunity to work for an organization dedicated to improving local health care and serving the needs of the most vulnerable, we encourage you to join CalOptima Health.

About The Position

The Project Manager IV (Facilities and Building Construction) will be responsible for leading and providing oversight of a building construction or series of construction projects throughout project lifecycle from planning to delivery. The incumbent will be responsible for the facilitation, schedule, budget, contracts, and implementation oversight and related deliverables for all aspects of medium to large-scale construction projects including but not limited to the scope, schedule, resources, costs, quality, and change with minimal supervision. The incumbent will serve as a subject matter expert and lead the delivery of complex and multifaceted construction projects running simultaneously that involve a high level of coordination with key stakeholders, architects, designers, contractors, engineers, inspectors and subcontractors.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Creates detailed project plans that include scope, objectives, resources, costs, risks and relevant stakeholders.
• Serves as a subject matter expert and provides oversight and support to ensure effective communication, development, and implementation of projects in a cross-functional capacity.
• Manages relationships with all stakeholders and ensures collaboration on the project.
• Participates in a mission-driven culture of high-quality performance, with a member focus on customer service, consistency, dignity and accountability.
• Manages changes to project scope impacting schedule and costs using appropriate negotiation skills and escalation when necessary.
• Assists the team in carrying out department responsibilities and collaborates with others to support short- and long-term goals/priorities for the department.
• Ensures adherence to all health and safety standards and reports issues.
• Creates and maintains comprehensive project documentation such as status reports, risks, actions, issues, decision logs and provides timely responses to project inquiries.
• Manages multiple major projects simultaneously.
• Completes other projects and duties as assigned.
• Negotiates and writes contracts for architects, design consultants and contractors.
• Obtains permits and licenses from appropriate authorities.
• Ensures that projects are delivered with quality, agreed upon timelines and minimal disruptions due to issues or risks.
• Measures project performance and work to proactively resolve issues and risks while keeping key project stakeholders informed.
• Manages and oversees both the construction and technical infrastructure integration components of new or refurbish building projects throughout the lifecycle.
• Collaborates with building engineers, architects and Information Technology Services infrastructure to determine specifications of the project.

Experience & Education

• Bachelor’s degree in structural engineering or a related field required.
• 5 years of experience negotiating and writing contracts for design consultants and contractors in the construction industry required.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the position such as those listed above is also qualifying.
• 10 years of experience successfully managing complex, multifaceted projects leading and managing design and construction activities for administrative and medical office buildings required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and vehicle or other approved means of transportation, an acceptable driving record and current auto insurance will be required for work away from the primary office 40% of the time or more.

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management Professional Certification.

Physical Demands And Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical demands: While performing duties of job, employee may be required to move about the organization and to travel to offsite locations. Employee must be able to sit for extended periods of time, as well as work at the computer for long periods. Employee is required to use hands and fingers, especially for typing on the computer and using the mouse. Must also be able to reach with hands and arms and must occasionally lift office supply boxes or laptop case while traveling, up to 25 pounds. Employee must be able to communicate, particularly for regular phone use, in meetings, face-to-face interaction and while presenting. Occasional travel to off-site locations is required.
• Work Environment: Typical office environment with minimal to moderate noise levels and controlled office temperatures.

About Our Benefits & Wellness Options

At CalOptima Health, we know that a healthy and happy workforce is a thriving workforce, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including participation in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), low-cost medical/vision/dental insurance options, and paid time off. To support quality work-life balance, we allow flexible scheduling during core business hours, telework options for some positions, work schedules that allow every other Friday off (9/80 schedule), and a wellness program featuring diverse activities. Additionally, CalOptima Health contributes 4% of pensionable earnings to a 401(a) retirement program with no required employee contribution. Employees also have access to 457(b) retirement plans with pre/post-tax contribution options.

CalOptima Health is an equal employment opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit. CalOptima Health wants to have qualified employees in every job position. CalOptima Health prohibits unlawful discrimination against any employee, or applicant for employment, based on race, religion/religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transitioning status, age, sexual orientation, immigration status, military status as a disabled veteran, or veteran of the Vietnam era, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. CalOptima Health also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has, or is perceived as having, any of those characteristics.

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Tracking Code

4265-117