Architect Manager - Design and Construction Projects

Ochsner Health

New Orleans, Louisiana

JOB DETAILS
LOCATION
New Orleans, Louisiana
POSTED
27 days ago
The Engineer or Architecture Manager coordinates Facilities Development and company-wide efforts on design and construction projects, on time and within budget. The Manager functions with a high level of independence and visibility regularly interfacing with clinical and support divisions.

Education:
  • Required - Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Architecture.

Work Experience:
  • Required - 10 years relevant work experience and project management experience.
  • Preferred - Leadership or supervisory experience.

Certifications:
  • Required - Licensed Registered Architect in the State of Louisiana or Licensed Engineer.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs):
  • Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
  • Proficiency with computer software:  Microsoft Office, AutoCAD and Revit.
  • Ability to work under stressful situations and manage multiple priorities and projects with frequent changes in priorities and project interruptions.
  • Ability to Mentor team members and develop subject matter experts.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
  • Well-developed oral, written and telephone communication skills.
  • Effectively build and maintain departmental resources and lead multiple project teams. simultaneously from programming through construction and user move-in.

Job Duties:
  • Develops and Manages Project Managers (Architects and Engineers).
  • Consults with Architects and Engineers to understand and validate construction requirements.
  • Develops and tracks the construction project plan, schedule and budget.
  • Manages documentation of all design and construction activities, delegating as needed.
  • Takes ownership of the user, consultant and contractor relationships.
  • Reviews all project related proposals and invoices for accuracy and approvals. Reviews monthly Pay Applications by Contractor.
  • Prepares monthly job status reports relative to budget/project status as needed.
  • Seeks continual professional development.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on the careers website.


About Ochsner Health:

Ochsner Health is a system that delivers health to the people of Louisiana, Mississippi and the Gulf South with a mission to Serve, Heal, Lead, Educate and Innovate. Ochsner Health is a not-for-profit committed to giving back to the communities it serves through preventative screenings, health and wellness resources and partnerships with innovative organizations that share our vision. Ochsner Health healed more than 876,000 people from across the globe in 2019, providing the latest medical breakthroughs and therapies, including digital medicine for chronic conditions and telehealth specialty services. Ochsner Health is a national leader, named the top hospital in Louisiana and a top children’s hospital by U.S. News & World Report. As Louisiana’s leading healthcare educator, Ochsner Health and its partners educate thousands of healthcare professionals annually. Ochsner Health is innovating healthcare by investing in new technologies and research to make world-class care more accessible, affordable, convenient and effective. Ochsner's team of more than 26,000 employees and 4,500 providers are working to reinvent the future of health and wellness in the region. To learn more about Ochsner Health, please visit www.ochsner.org. To transform your health, please visit www.ochsner.org/healthyyou.

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