Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.
With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.
At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. These values are grounded in and expressed through the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems. Fred Hutch is in pursuit of becoming an anti-racist organization. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates hired share our commitment to diversity, anti-racism and inclusion.
The Facilities Project Manager, Lead is responsible for the project oversight of major construction and renovation projects, including the planning, design, construction, commissioning, occupancy, and post-occupancy review of institutional buildings and leased space . The Lead will support the Senior Director, Construction in the annual planning and execution strategy for the capital construction portfolio, including annual budgeting, project staffing and procurement strategy, and sets the example for effective project delivery. This role requires a high level of experience with all phases of project planning and implementation, and assumes responsibilities over multiple projects, leading multi-functional teams, and providing strategic direction across all project initiatives. The incumbent will effectively complete projects within the specified project requirements, schedule, budget, and programmatic purpose. Successful projects are achieved through active leadership and stakeholder partnering. Assigned projects will vary in scope and include complexities requiring initiative, communication, risk management thinking, and problem solving as well as knowledge of multifaceted design and construction issues and specialties.
At Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, all employees are expected to demonstrate a commitment to our values of collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity, and respect.
ResponsibilitiesLead Duties:
Manages - Assistant Project Manager(s) including managing performance and work assignments and providing mentorship and career development support. Lead activities related to maturing construction management practice, including development and documentation of standardized tools and processes. Provide recommendations for project staffing assignments and oversight of PM and APM workload(s). Provide 1st point of escalation for project managers.Support the Senior Director in exploring strategic initiatives, including leading feasibility studies and alternatives analyses.Project Management:
Develop and prepare various RFP’s needed for vendor and contractor services.Solicit cost proposals, conduct standard request for proposals, completes bid analyses, and recommend resources.Manage all facets of project management (budget, schedule, quality & risk) for diverse capital improvement projects including planning, estimating, design, construction, commissioning, punch list, occupancy, and closeout.Develop and coordinate multiple capital projects of varying size and complexity.Direct, coordinate, and review the preparation of schematic, design development, and construction documents, and work schedules of outside firms. Lead the project team to develop solutions to issues that arise during all phases to achieve project goals.Interface with users to define project requirements. Ensure user needs and objectives are incorporated as well as institutional design standards within the project budget.Effectively manage the project costs to optimize the utilization of available funds.Consult, coordinate and communicate with users, campus groups, Leadership, Engineering, IT, Administration and other stakeholders regarding project status and impacts.Track progress of each project against goals, objectives, approved budgets, and timelines. Report status and variances. Create action plans to meet objectives, budget, and schedule.Assesses change requests to determine impacts to scope, budget, schedule, quality and risk; make recommendations, secure appropriate approvals, and issue change orders.Other duties as assigned.
QualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s Degree (BA/BS/BEng/BArch) in a related area of studyMinimum of 8 (eight) years of progressively responsible project management experience with demonstrated experience in a range of project types.Ability to navigate construction sites.Ability to lead and collaborate effectively with a range of subject-matter experts, including architects, engineers, specialty consultants, contractors, financial specialists, legal counsel, and developers.Experience with the principles of architectural design, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, construction industry practices and procedures, building codes, and life safety standards.Must have proficiency and working knowledge of database and reporting tools such as Microsoft Office, Excel, and Microsoft Project. Must have ability to read plans and blueprints, and determine alignment with project goals, costs and schedule.Ability to identify project risks, develop risk mitigation and contingency plans, and implement action plans to reduce or eliminate project risks.Effective interpersonal and oral/written communication skills and a proven ability to work successfully with people at all levels throughout the organization.Able to maintain professional behavior and composure in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.Able to anticipate and recognize problems, and develop and implement creative, cost-effective solutions.Able to work independently and successfully prioritize and coordinate multiple projects and assigned tasks.Demonstrated flexibility to meet changing and unpredictable requirements.Must possess strong personal integrity, trustworthiness, and professional work ethic.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Project management experience in an institutional/higher educational setting relating to healthcare or the life-sciences10 (ten) years of project management experiencePortfolio management experienceSupervisory experienceExceptional communication skills, interpersonal skills, diplomacy, and the ability to effectively interact and build trusted relationships with diverse internal and external constituenciesProficiency with AutoCAD Experience with design-build and construction manager delivery methods Project Management Professional (PMP) or related professional certification or credentialsA statement describing your commitment and contributions toward greater diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism in your career or that will be made through your work at Fred Hutch is requested of all finalists.
The annual base salary range for this position is from $118,560 to $187,387, and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks), and partially paid sabbatical leave (up to 6 months).