JPS Health Network is a $950 million, tax-supported healthcare system in North Texas. Licensed for 582 beds, the network features over 25 locations across Tarrant County, with John Peter Smith Hospital a Level I Trauma Center, Tarrant County's only psychiatric emergency center, and the largest hospital-based family medical residency program in the nation. The health network employs more than 7,200 people.
Acclaim Multispecialty Group is the medical practice group featuring over 300 providers serving JPS Health Network. Specialties range from primary care to general surgery and trauma. The Acclaim Multispecialty Group formed around a common set of incentives and expectations supporting the operational, financial, and clinical performance
outcomes of the network. Our goal is to provide high quality, compassionate clinical care for every patient, every time.
Why JPS?
We're more than a hospital. We're 7,200 of the most dedicated people you could ever meet. Our goal is to make sure the people of our community get the care they need and deserve. As community stewards, we abide by three Rules of the Road:
When working here, you're surrounded by passion, diversity, and dedication. We look forward to meeting you!
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Sr Construction Project Manager
47405
Full Time
SUPPORT SERVICES - FACILITIES, TRANS, POLICE
Salaried
Business / Professional
8am-5pm
John Peter Smith Hospital
Day
Job Summary: The Sr Construction Project Manager serves as the senior technical leader for planning, design, and construction initiatives, overseeing a diverse portfolio of healthcare capital and operational projects while providing expertise in construction methods, building systems, and project execution. The role manages all phases of project delivery, including planning, design, construction, commissioning, budgeting, scheduling, contract administration, risk management, and regulatory compliance to ensure successful project outcomes. Responsible for establishing project controls, conducting technical and constructability reviews, and overseeing cost forecasting and capital resource optimization, the position ensures projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in alignment with organizational objectives. Through collaboration with executive leadership, clinical stakeholders, consultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies, the role supports long-term facility planning while maintaining uninterrupted healthcare operations.Essential Job Functions & Accountabilities: Serves as the senior technical leader for Planning, Design, and Construction, providing strategic direction, technical expertise, and operational oversight for capital and operational construction programs across the organization.
Oversees a portfolio of small to large-scale capital and operational projects (up to $25M), ensuring alignment with organizational objectives, regulatory requirements, budget expectations, and project delivery timelines.
Provides technical guidance to project managers, architects, engineers, and consultants regarding construction means and methods, healthcare facility design standards, building systems, and industry best practices.
Directs the planning, design, construction, commissioning, occupancy, and closeout phases of complex healthcare construction projects while ensuring minimal disruption to patient care and hospital operations.
Leads project governance activities, establishing project controls, performance metrics, reporting standards, and accountability processes to ensure successful delivery of capital improvement initiatives.
Oversees project budgeting, forecasting, cost management, and change order review processes; identifies cost-saving opportunities and implements strategies to optimize capital investments while maintaining quality and operational requirements.
Conducts executive-level reviews of project schedules, risks, and resource allocations; develops corrective action plans and escalates issues that may impact project scope, budget, safety, or operational readiness.
Leads constructability reviews, site assessments, and technical evaluations to validate design solutions, improve project efficiency, mitigate construction risks, and maximize long-term facility performance.
Assists with the development of department policies, procedures, standards, and technical guidelines related to planning, design, construction, commissioning, and regulatory compliance.
Directs compliance efforts for all applicable local, state, federal, accreditation, and life-safety regulations, ensuring project documentation, permitting, inspections, and approvals are completed accurately and timely.
Builds and maintains strategic partnerships with executive leadership, clinical stakeholders, facilities operations, contractors, architects, engineers, and regulatory agencies to support successful project outcomes and organizational priorities.
Job description is not an all-inclusive list of duties and may be subject to change with or without notice. Staff are expected to perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications: One of the following qualification groupings is required for this position as indicated below: Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Construction Science, Construction/Architectural Engineering or related field of study from an accredited college or university. 7 plus years of construction project management experience; to include experience with healthcare facilities planning and/or facility infrastructure upgrades. Certification from one of the following nationally recognized programs: CMAA’s Certified Construction Manager, ASHE Certified Healthcare Constructor (CHC), or ASHE Certified Healthcare Facilities Manager (CHFM). Must be obtained within 1 year of employment.
High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent. 11 plus years of construction project management experience; to include experience with healthcare facilities planning and/or facility infrastructure upgrades. Certification from one of the following nationally recognized programs: CMAA’s Certified Construction Manager, ASHE Certified Healthcare Constructor (CHC), or ASHE Certified Healthcare Facilities Manager (CHFM). Must be obtained within 1 year of employment. Preferred Qualifications: 10 plus years of experience in managing construction projects. Graduate of a formal trade school specializing in Construction Management. AutoCAD Training.
Location Address:
1500 S. Main Street
Fort Worth, Texas, 76104
United States
The Tarrant County Hospital District, known as JPS Health Network, is a nationally recognized system anchored by John Peter Smith Hospital, a 582-bed facility in Fort Worth. JPS operates the county’s longest-running Level I Trauma Center and one of the nation’s busiest emergency departments. With 25+ community locations, Acclaim Health, and JPS Foundation, it expands access to exceptional, patient-centered care. As the county’s largest physician training institution, JPS offers extensive residency and fellowship programs, drives research, and leads in behavioral health services. A two-time Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award recipient, JPS is governed by an 11-member Board and is committed to community well-being and medical innovation. Learn more at YesToJPS.org.
