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Program Manager (Healthcare Construction)

Jobot, Morton, IL, United States


Job Summary
Step into a high‑visibility owner’s rep role leading capital programs across major medical campuses — competitive salary, exceptional benefits, and the autonomy to be a true client partner from day one.

Salary: $95,000–$115,000 per year.

Why join us?

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with employer‑subsidized premiums

401(k) with dollar‑for‑dollar employer match plus potential discretionary contributions based on tenure

HSA and FSA options with employer contributions to help offset out‑of‑pocket costs

Generous PTO, paid holidays, and well‑being time — front‑loaded, not accrued over years

100% salary replacement during extended medical leave

Substantial tuition reimbursement and professional development funding

Paid bereavement with a flexible, human definition of loss

Digital health and wellness perks at no cost to you

Job Details
What you’ll do:

Act as the owner’s representative across planning, design, preconstruction, construction, and closeout phases

Lead, coordinate, and advise multidisciplinary project teams including architects, engineers, GCs, and subcontractors

Drive schedule, budget, and scope accountability across all assigned projects

Manage and strengthen executive‑level client relationships through proactive communication and successful delivery

Navigate the operational complexities of both inpatient and ambulatory healthcare environments

Collaborate within integrated project teams while championing the client’s best interests at every turn

Identify risks early and lead proactive mitigation strategies

What you bring

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, Healthcare Administration, or a related field

5+ years of healthcare construction project management experience — owner’s rep, facilities, or client management

Strong command of healthcare programming, planning, design, and construction processes

Understanding of inpatient and ambulatory operational environmentsProven track record in client advocacy and relationship management

Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills

Valid driver’s license

Preferred / Bonus Points

10+ years of healthcare construction experience

Certified Healthcare Constructor (CHC) designation

Why this role stands out
You’re running a program — multiple facilities, multiple stakeholders, meaningful scope — for a firm with deep roots in the healthcare sector. The work is complex, the relationships matter, and the outcomes directly impact patient care environments. The compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

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