Project Manager
Job Description
Project Manager – Healthcare Construction
\n Los Angeles, CA
Do you speak healthcare construction?
\nWe are seeking an experienced Project Manager with a proven background in hospital and healthcare construction throughout the Los Angeles market. This role requires deep understanding of complex, phased projects within active healthcare environments and strong familiarity with California’s HCAI (formerly OSHPD) regulations.
\nThe ideal candidate thrives in technically demanding environments, understands infection control and ICRA protocols, and can manage high-profile healthcare clients while maintaining strict schedule and budget performance.
\nRESPONSIBILITIES
\nManage ground-up and renovation healthcare construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
\nLead projects in active hospital environments while ensuring patient safety and minimal disruption to operations.
\nCoordinate closely with field operations to deliver projects safely, on schedule, and within budget.
\nOversee budgeting, forecasting, and cost reporting to ensure financial health of the project.
\nMaintain direct relationships with healthcare clients, facilities teams, architects, and consultants.
\nManage RFIs, submittals, change orders, procurement, and subcontractor performance.
\nEnsure compliance with HCAI (formerly OSHPD), California building codes, Title 24, and all local/state/federal regulations.
\nDevelop and maintain detailed construction schedules; proactively identify and mitigate risks.
\nImplement and monitor ICRA, interim life safety measures (ILSM), and infection prevention standards.
\nProvide clear and consistent reporting to senior leadership.
\nQUALIFICATIONS
\nBachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
\n5–10+ years of experience managing healthcare construction projects.
\nDemonstrated experience with:
\nHCAI / OSHPD projects
\nAcute care hospitals
\nSurgical centers
\nMedical office buildings (MOBs)
\nExperience managing projects in the $15M–$150M+ range preferred.
\nStrong financial acumen with experience in cost control and forecasting.
\nProficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel, scheduling software (P6 or MS Project).
\nStrong understanding of infection control and phased construction in occupied facilities.
\nExcellent communication skills and client-facing experience.
\nWHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
\n$150K – $170K
\nVehicle Allowance or Company Vehicle
\nComprehensive Benefits Package
\n401(k) with Company Match
\nOpportunity to work on high-profile Los Angeles healthcare projects
\nLong-term growth within a strong healthcare construction division
\nAbout Blue Ridge Executive Search
\nBlue Ridge Executive Search specializes in recruiting top-tier construction professionals nationwide, with a strong focus on healthcare construction leadership. We understand the technical demands of hospital work and the importance of matching the right talent with the right opportunity.
\nFor more information, please forward your resume to:
\nDalton Swayngim
[email protected]
828.891.9616
www.blueridgesearch.net
We work hard for our candidates. If you’re ready to take the next step in your healthcare construction career in Los Angeles, we would love to connect.
