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Senior Project Manager - Federal Healthcare

Company : Gilbane

Location : San Diego, CA, 92134

Job Type : Full Time

Date Posted : 31 December 2025

Overview

Do you consider yourself to be a highly technical, strong communicator with the desire to work in a team environment on complex projects? Gilbane is seeking a Senior Project Manager to serve as the on-site Gilbane manager. The initial project hours will be 6:00 PM - 4:00 AM Sunday through Thursday.

Who are we?  

As a Top-10 ENR Contractor, Gilbane is a family-owned business with 45 offices that has been shaping communities since 1870. Consistently recognized as one of the most reputable construction management firms in the country, Gilbane is committed to delivering projects safely and on-time. You will have the opportunity to build schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, sports arenas and more! 

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Who are you? 

You are a coach/leader who leads with an inclusive and empathetic mindset. You provide feedback and guidance to help others excel in their current or future roles. You determine priorities, delegate work, and effectively communicate progress. You establish measures to assess the impact, quality, and timeliness of results while praising successes and sharing lessons learned. You build high performing teams by attracting, engaging, developing, and retaining talented individuals through motivation and discipline to maximize impact on the organization and the individual.  

You leverage business insights by understanding industry trends, local market/economic conditions, and Gilbane’s business model to make critical decisions and create competitive advantage. You deploy a strategic mindset when considering solutions to long-term opportunities and risks that may develop in the future.  

Your core values match Gilbane’s: Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Toughmindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship. 

What’s in it for you?  

Gilbane offers employees multi-dimensional training opportunities through a number of resources. While managing your responsibilities to the project, you will be able to enroll in trainings through our award-winning Gilbane University to build leadership and technical skills. In addition, you will work with an experienced team on each job site which provides you with opportunity to learn new industry skills every day. You will protect and promote the interests of both Gilbane and the client in all matters as well as demonstrating the personal characteristics of a developing leader.  

Responsibilities

  • Develops the project safety plan with corporate safety and provides jobsite leadership
  • Develops the project controls and procedures to manage complex project requirements; takes ownership to mitigate high-risk items for contract requirements
  • Manages project financial forecast, notice provisions, and billings to meet contract requirements; takes corrective actions to address deviations noted in project vitals
  • Creates and manages a project-specific quality plan aligned with the Owner contract and contract documents and assists with execution
  • Creates and manages a closeout plan in alignment with the contract documents and assists with execution
  • Provides leadership in motivating the project team and maintains a positive work environment. This shall include direct supervision of work, project administration, project superintendents, and engineers to establish operational priorities.
  • Develops the subcontracting strategy; reviews and writes scopes and other deliverables to ensure the integrity of the buyout process
  • Implements and enforces all aspects of contracts; creates and leads risk mitigation plan; prepares draft contracts, agreements, and purchase orders
  • Assumes accountability for the enrollment for insurance and bonds and manages the compliance process for trade contractors
  • Leads the development of the project estimate and manages the project team and estimating team to meet contractual obligations
  • Leads project constructability and coordination reviews
  • Creates CPM schedule for large and/or complex projects; accountable for recognizing the potential for schedule impacts and drafting prevention/ mitigation plans
  • Develops a basic understanding of the local market areas and profiles to create and lead a networking strategy
  • Collaborates closely with business development to ensure seamless integration with sales strategies including performance metrics on your assigned projects, pursuits, and client deliverables. Actively participates in opportunities to strengthen client, partner, and industry relationships that position Gilbane as the “Builder of Choice”
  • Responsible for the career development and coaching of team members
  • Fosters a positive and inclusive work environment to motivate and engage team members
  • Interprets and translates the organizational strategy, ensuring team understanding of their role in accomplishing strategic goals

Qualifications

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management
  • 8-12 years of experience
  • Or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Experience project managing a lump sum project
  • Design build experience required
  • OSHPD experience required
  • Federal construction experience required
  • Experience on $100M+ project(s)
  • Or equivalent combination of education and experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

  • Strong technical and communication skills are critical
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Knowledge of industry standard software, Microsoft Office (preferred)

Salary to be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience of the applicant, as well as the internal equity and alignment with the team.

For San Diego, CA, this ranges from $140,000 - $185,000 plus benefits and retirement program.

Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees’ education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

Gilbane is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Note to Recruiters, Placement Agencies, and Similar Organizations: Gilbane does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our jobs alias, website, or to any Gilbane employee. Gilbane will not pay fees to any third party agency or firm and will not be responsible for any agency fees associated with unsolicited resumes. Unsolicited resumes received will be considered property of Gilbane and will be processed accordingly. 

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Frequently asked questions

Managing federal healthcare projects demands deep familiarity with OSHPD and federal construction standards. A Senior Project Manager must integrate compliance into every phase, ensuring safety plans and contract adherence while mitigating risks tied to public health facility regulations.

Success hinges on empathetic communication, strategic delegation, and fostering inclusive teamwork. A healthcare construction Project Manager must inspire multidisciplinary teams, balance technical challenges, and maintain morale amid demanding schedules and safety protocols.

Daily tasks often include coordinating with subcontractors, overseeing project controls, managing schedules via CPM tools, ensuring compliance with federal healthcare standards, and providing clear progress updates to stakeholders, all while adapting to the unique night-shift hours.

Advancement often involves expanding leadership scope, managing larger multi-million-dollar projects, and gaining expertise in federal contracts and healthcare facility design. Continuous skill development through programs like Gilbane University also plays a crucial role in career growth.

Gilbane emphasizes safety, teamwork, and technical excellence, providing Senior Project Managers with robust support, access to award-winning training, and a collaborative culture that nurtures leadership skills while navigating complex federal healthcare projects.

Their values—integrity, dedication, and teamwork—manifest through transparent communication, ethical decision-making, and fostering inclusive work environments, which empower Senior Project Managers to lead effectively and meet rigorous healthcare project demands.

Salaries typically range from $140,000 to $185,000 annually, influenced by experience, education, and project complexity. This compensation aligns with San Diego's market for specialized construction managers handling large-scale public health infrastructure.

Yes, familiarity with California’s OSHPD regulations and federal construction guidelines is critical. Additionally, local networking skills and knowledge of San Diego’s healthcare market trends can provide a competitive edge in managing projects efficiently.

The market is competitive due to a steady influx of large-scale healthcare projects and limited seasoned professionals with federal healthcare expertise. Candidates with a blend of technical skills and leadership experience tend to stand out among applicants.

This role uniquely combines construction management with stringent federal healthcare standards, requiring a nuanced understanding of specialized safety plans, regulatory compliance, and the ability to coordinate multi-disciplinary teams within a highly regulated environment.

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