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Project Manager - Design and Construction

Bassett Medical Center
Cooperstown, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 4/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/2/2026
Overview:
Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.
Responsibilities:

The Project Manager will assist in designing, planning, and constructing healthcare facilities and infrastructure across its multi-site network. This critical role will manage capital construction and renovation projects, ensuring they support patient-centered care, operational efficiency, and full regulatory compliance with New York State healthcare standards.


The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in healthcare facility project management, including experience with the NYS Department of Health (NYSDOH), Office of Mental Health (OMH), and Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) regulations, as applicable.


Reports to the Director of Design & Construction.


  • Manage healthcare construction and renovation projects from design through close-out
  • Coordinate with architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, and end users
  • Ensure project compliance with NYSDOH, The Joint Commission, NFPA, OSHA, and ADA
  • Maintain accurate documentation and participate in regulatory submissions
  • Oversee budgeting, cost tracking, value engineering, and change management
  • Lead stakeholder meetings and communicate project status to senior leadership
  • Ensure patient and staff safety via adherence to ICRA and infection control protocols
  • Perform risk assessments and contribute to mitigation planning
  • Travel regularly across Bassett facilities; hybrid work arrangements possible


Qualifications:
Education:
  • 4 Year/Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field, required
    • Additional 4 years of experience in construction and project management in lieu of degree
Experience:
  • Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in healthcare construction and project management, required
  • Knowledge of hospital infrastructure systems (MEP, life safety, infection control, etc.), required
  • Strong understanding of construction codes, standards, and construction methodologies; experience applicable to healthcare construction projects preferred
  • Experience working in active healthcare environments with phased construction, preferred
  • Experience with government-funded or publicly bid projects, preferred
Licensure/Certifications:
  • Valid NYS Driver's license, required
  • A project management professional (PMP), certified healthcare constructor (CHC) or similar certification, preferred
  • Familiarity with construction software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, eBuilder (TUC Project), required
Skills:
  • Logical Thinking
  • Analysis & Evaluation
  • Communication
  • Accountability
  • Critical Thinking
  • Customer Service
  • Reading/Writing/Comprehension
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Decision Making
  • Interacting with People
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Problem Solving
Physical Requirements:
  • Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 lbs. for force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects
  • Occasional balancing, crouching, grasping, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, stooping, fit testing
  • Frequent climbing, typing/clerical/dexterity, kneeling, seeing/monitor/computer use, standing, visual acuity (color, depth, perception)
  • Constant talking, walking
Hazards:
  • Occasional bodily fluids/bloodborne exposure, chemical, electrical, mechanical
Working Conditions:
  • Occasional vibration, gases, mists
  • Frequent extreme temperatures, noise, wet and/or humid, dust, fumes, odors
Travel:
  • Extensive Travel - You should expect to travel every week
Total Rewards:
Bassett Healthcare Network’s commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include:
  • Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Life insurance and disability protection
  • Retirement benefits including an employer match
  • And more!
Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.
Pay Transparency Statement (Text Only): Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement. Min: USD $89,576.05/Yr. Max: USD $134,364.07/Yr. EEO Statement (Text Only): We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.

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