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Job Summary

To plan, schedule, and organize the work of supporting supervisors and several skilled trade employees to assure the timely, efficient, and cost-effective completion of construction and renovation related work within University of Michigan Health clinical facilities. Direction received from the Associate Director of Facility Planning and Development.

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally.  Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world’s most distinguished academic health systems.  In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day 2:1 Match on retirement savingsResponsibilities* Assign work orders to Supervisors. Ensure overall work schedules and staffing meets customer requirements Maintain liaison with Subcontractors, Contract Vendor and Facilities, Planning and Development and Hospital Maintenance to resolve and mediate problems, concerns, and complaints. Provide financial oversight and control for overhead expenses of the department. Prepare special or periodic construction reports. Schedule and attend regular construction project meetings with architects, engineers, supervisors, and users of the facilities under construction. Review plans, specifications and estimates and recommend appropriate changes. Prepare, document, and approve design revisions during the construction process. Prepare estimates based on both schematic design drawings and construction documents Review and approve payments for suppliers and subcontractors. Participate in the selection and evaluation of supervisory and skilled trade personnel. Participate in the resolution of employee complaints and grievances.Required Qualifications* Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience Ten years of progressive leadership, construction supervision and project management experience within a health care or related environment Proficient in all computing tools (Computers, tablets, and smart phone applications), CMMS software, financial accounting software, Microsoft Office products (or equivalent), Google products, and Cloud Storage systems (ex: Dropbox), Knowledge of Life Safety Codes, building codes and Americans with Disabilities Act requirements Knowledge of Michigan Bureau of Fire Services procedures and requirements Excellent organizational, written, verbal, and interpersonal skills Ability to show initiative and motivation to work independently and as part of a team Ability to effectively resolve problems and create solutions to operational problems Formal training in continuous improvement processes/procedures Understanding of union labor for bargained agreementsModes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings.  Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.