Project Manager, Strategic Facility Planning

Project Manager, Strategic Facility Planning

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United Health Services (UHS) is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Project Manager to oversee construction and renovation projects within our healthcare facilities. This role ensures projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with UHS standards, while maintaining a strong focus on patient care and operational continuity. This position supports the strategic plan and is responsible for the development and implementation of project plans, maintaining up-to-date status reports, budget management, and collaboration with subject matter experts across the UHS system to ensure successful outcomes.

UHS Binghamton General Hospital, Binghamton, NY; UHS Wilson Medical Center, Johnson City, NY. Multiple locations may be involved; the successful candidate may float across facilities as required.

Day

40

$37.00 – $55.50 per hour, depending on experience

• Establish Project Deliverables & Scope:
  Gather and document detailed customer requirements, constraints, and assumptions using planning sessions, brainstorming, and focus groups. Develop the project charter to define deliverables.
• Develop Project Management Plan:
  Collaborate with stakeholders to create comprehensive project plans, including controls, schedules, tasks, teams, phases, and milestones.
• Manage, Monitor & Control Projects:
  Track project scope and performance using appropriate tools. Identify variances, implement corrective actions, and communicate updates to stakeholders. Manage issues, risks, and decisions, escalating when necessary.
• Change Management:
  Oversee changes to scope, schedule, and costs, ensuring updates are verified and documented per the change management plan. Facilitate customer acceptance of changes.
• Project Closure & Transition:
  Close projects and transition deliverables to operations in compliance with UHS and project management standards.
• Reporting & Communication:
  Provide weekly status reports to management. Conduct site visits to identify potential issues and communicate expectations with staff. Prepare updates for Board Committees.
• Special Procedures:
  Implement relocation checklist procedures for departments impacted by construction or renovation activities.
• Evaluate & Recommend:
  Assess potential changes in scope, cost, and schedule, recommending alternative actions when appropriate.

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Four (4) years of Project Management experience
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification within 12–24 months of hire

• Five (5) years of healthcare experience
• Three (3) years of Construction and/or Facilities Management experience
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)

At United Health Services (UHS), we believe every connection—to patients, to purpose, to each other—makes a difference. That’s why we’re intentional about supporting our team in ways that go beyond the job. Whether through meaningful benefits, personal growth, or fun along the way, we’re here to help you thrive in work and life.

We support each other like family and create space for every voice to be heard. Engagement Councils, peer recognition, and initiatives like Walk in my Shoes for senior leaders are just a few ways we foster belonging and collaboration. Outside of work, we stay connected through team events like trivia, trunk-or-treat, volunteer days, our staff choir, or seasonal celebrations.

We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire for employees working 24+ hours/week. With flexible plan options and coverage tiers, you can choose what fits your life best. Additional perks include discounted childcare through Bright Horizons and voluntary benefits like pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection.

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