Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

The Operations & Facilities Management Department at WashU School of Medicine is committed to delivering a comprehensive range of services to support the medical campus.

We oversee maintenance and operations for 65 buildings, covering more than 10.1 million gross square feet of space. This includes the 11-story, 609,000-square-foot neuroscience research building, which houses one of the world’s highest concentrations of neuroscientists. Our responsibilities include operational and administrative support, strategic planning, and project management.

Furthermore, as the School of Medicine continues to expand its presence both on and off campus in areas such as teaching, clinical care, and research, our team remains instrumental in ensuring the seamless delivery of clinical care, advancing research initiatives, and facilitating educational endeavors.

The Team Lead, Senior Project Manager - Clinical is responsible for projects and planning for their assigned area of specialty which includes programming and leading design initiatives for clinical and off-campus projects. Day-to-day activities include the management of architects and engineers, leading teams, supporting primary customers, and serving as a liaison for university leadership in all assigned activities.

Job Description

• Oversees planning, design, and construction projects with a focus on clinical and off-campus projects.
• Manages communication, planning, and project implementation.
• Works closely and continuously with OFMD leadership, WUSM department chairs/business managers, and OFMD team members to ensure seamless campus project integration and construction.
• Actively supports the Chancellor’s Supplier Diversity and Sustainability Initiatives for achieving maximum participation.
• Implements departmental policies and guidelines associated with the Physical Planning and Project Delivery Process for their areas of responsibility.
• Ensures projects comply with clinical trial protocols, ethical guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
• Partners with OFMD team members in planning initiatives including facilities renewal items, renovations, and/or new construction.
• Provides development, guidance, and performance management to professional and support staff members, recognizing those for superior efforts and ensuring a well-engaged workforce.
• Serves as customer liaison for all assigned areas and works to resolve customer service issues, as applicable, including communicating with faculty, staff, and WUSM leadership.
• Provides monthly financial forecast update information to the Director for all active construction projects.
• Assists in developing, maintaining, and enforcing WUSM Architectural, Mechanical, Electrical, Fire Protection and Construction Standards.
• Will support the five-year capital planning process including representation for their assigned area, five year plan development, needs identification, and cost estimating, as applicable.
• Utilizes historical project cost information and helps develop and maintain a WUSM D&C construction cost database for use for future project estimating.
• Closes out projects promptly, including the collection of as-builts, warranty tracking, O&M manuals, and final project cost information.
• Provides consulting and problem-solving support to Facilities Operations on all completed projects under their responsibility.
• Provides direction to Architects and Engineers to ensure that WUSM programs and goals are clearly identified in Construction documents.
• Aligns contractors with their area of expertise and matches each to their project type.
• Other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions
Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment
• Requires significant travel within the St. Louis Metro area.

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at desk or table.
• Repetitive wrist, hand, or finger movement.

Equipment

• Office equipment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications:

No specific certification is required for this position.

Work Experience:

Construction Project Management, Or Relevant Industry Or Corporate (6 Years)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Washington University seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

Master's degree

Certifications:

LEED Accredited Professional - Green Building Certification Institute

Work Experience:

University Or Medical School Experience In A Facilities Organization (10 Years)

Skills:

Building Architecture, Clinical Guidelines, Conflict Resolution Strategy, Construction Specifications, Critical Analysis, Deadline Management, Effective Written Communication, Ethical Compliance, Federal Laws, Forward Thinking, Healthcare Environments, Leadership, LEED Construction, LEED Projects, Mechanical Engineering, Microsoft Office, Oral Communications, Organizational Assessment, Planning Design, Problem Solving, Project Organization, Site Planning, Stakeholder Engagement, University Relations, Urban Planning

Grade

G16

Salary Range

$96,000.00 - $169,300.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [email protected] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Want to Live Near Your Work and/or improve your commute? Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. We also offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO/AA Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.