Director MEP

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Job Description

Essential Functions

• Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
• Work with senior leadership and the Facilities Operations Dept, develops project scope and project budgets in support of the annual capital budget and ISFP planning.
• Manage the execution of the MEP/Infrastructure capital program through management of project management staff.
• Responsible for the management of internal project managers and outsource project managers to insure successful project delivery
• Responsible for on time and on budget delivery of all projects assigned.
• Ensure basis of design (BOD) and project scope, budget and schedule are clearly defined and adhered to.
• Ensure proper staffing of workload utilizing centralized staff resources as required.
• Assist VP Planning and Major Projects with policies, Standard Operating Procedures and best practices development and implementation.
• Assist VP Planning and Major Projects with staff training, performance review and feedback.
• Approve project financial transactions (budget approvals, commitments, invoices) through EAM's project management system.
• Ensure adherence to Jefferson policies and procedures and to all external regulatory requirements in the execution of capital projects.
• Assist in the development and ensure implementation and maintenance of enterprise standards.
• Provide complete and accurate reports on capital projects progress and financials.
• Manage capital projects as assigned by VP Planning and Major Projects.
• Oversee/direct all facility expansion, modification, renovation/alteration projects from conceptualization and planning, through design, bidding, construction and post construction occupancy (e.g., medical equipment installation, move-in planning and execution).
• Manage all professional consultants, including architects, engineers, equipment planners, signage, art, legal, etc.
• Manage contractors and or construction managers and sub-contractors.
• Oversee efforts to obtain all required local/governmental approvals associated with site and project development.
• Develop and manage project budgets and schedules
• Responsible for complying with all State and Local codes, including Infection Control {ICRA), Fire and Life Safety.
• Maintain Interim Life Safety and other documentation as required.
• Develop and promote best practices and continuous improvement for the department.
• Perform related duties as assigned by the Vice President, Planning Design and Construction.

Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required):

• Demonstrated leadership capabilities.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project and e-Builder required.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Education:

Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, or MEP related is required. Master's degree in engineering, construction management, or related MEP field is preferred.

AND

Experience:

Minimum 10 years of related experience in MEP/infrastructure related healthcare and / or higher education capital project management.

Minimum Certifications, Registration or License Requirements:

• Professional registration or licensure (PE) is preferred.
• Related certifications such as AHA Certified Healthcare Constructor (CHC) are preferred.

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Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.

Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.

Benefits

At Jefferson, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support the health and well-being of our colleagues and their families. It includes a wide range of benefits including competitive pay, health and retirement benefits, life and disability insurance, paid time off, educational benefits, financial and mental health resources and much more. Our diverse benefits offerings ensure you have the coverage and access to services you need to thrive both personally and professionally.