Health & Wellness Project Manager

Job Summary: The Health & Wellness Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating and overseeing health facility development, expansion, renovation, compliance and safety initiatives for the Pueblo of San Felipe Health & Wellness Department. The incumbent serves as the department’s project management lead for new construction, clinic expansion, facility modernization, infrastructure improvements and regulatory compliance activities. The incumbent will ensure existing facilities maintain compliance with applicable federal, tribal, state, accreditation, environment health, life safety and healthcare facility standards while managing future healthcare capital projects from concept development to completion. Incumbent works collaborative with tribal leadership, Indian Health Services (IHS), architects, engineers, contractors, regulatory agencies, funding organizations and Health & Wellness leadership to advance the Pueblo’s healthcare infrastructure and strategic priorities that meet the evolving healthcare needs of the San Felipe Community.

Essential Duties:

Project Development & Capital Construction

• Lead planning, design, construction, renovation and expansion of healthcare facilities
• Serve as Representative for clinic development and capital improvement projects
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, construction managers and contractors
• Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets and procurement documents
• Monitor project performance, costs, deliverables and timelines
• Conduct site assessments and feasibility studies to also include project closeout activities, warranties and occupancy readiness
• Prepare and present project updates to Tribal Leadership, Health & Wellness leadership and funding agencies

Healthcare Facility Compliance & Regulatory Oversight:

• Develop and maintain compliance programs for healthcare facilities
• Ensure compliance with:
  • OSHA
  • CMS Conditions of Participation
  • Indian Health Service requirements
  • Life Safety Code (NFPA)
  • AAAHC and/or joint Commission standards (when applicable)
  • HIPAA physical security requirements
  • Environmental Health requirements
  • Tribal, state and federal regulations
• Coordinate regulatory inspections and corrective action plans
• Maintain required documentation and compliance records
• Conduct internal compliance audit and risk assessments
• Monitor contractor compliance with safety and regulatory standards

Safety & Risk Management:

• Develop and implement facility safety programs
• Conduct routine facility safety inspections
• Lead Environmental Health and Safety Initiatives
• Coordinate emergency preparedness exercises and continuity planning
• Ensure compliance with infection prevention and infection control standards during construction and renovation projects
• Manage incident reporting and corrective action plans related to facilities and safety concerns
• Coordinate hazard mitigation and workplace safety initiatives

Strategic Planning:

• Assist in developing the Pueblo’s long-range healthcare facilities master plan
• Identify opportunities for facility modernization and service expansion
• Support grant applications and infrastructure funding opportunities
• Participate in strategic healthcare infrastructure planning efforts

Qualifications:

• Education: Associate degree in Construction Management, Engineering Technology, Facilities Management, Project Management, Architecture, Business Administration, Public Administration or related field.
• Preferred Education: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, Healthcare Administration, Facilities Management, closely related field or specialty in medical ambulatory clinics.

• Certifications: Certified Healthcare Constructor (CHC), Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Healthcare Facility Manager (CHFM), OSHA 30-Hour Certification, Certified Safety Professional (CSP) (preferred), FEMA Incident Command System certifications (preferred)
• Experience: Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in healthcare facility management, healthcare construction management, compliance, facilities operations, capital projects, engineering, architecture, public works or closely related field
• Preferred Experience:
  • Experience with ambulatory health clinics
  • Experience with IHS facilities
  • Experience administering P.L. 93-638 contracts
  • Experience managing federally funded construction projects
  • Experience with healthcare facility accreditation requirements
• Three (3) years required; general contractor requirements; environmental and building safety. Understanding of facility codes, Infection Control Risk Assessment, and hospital-specific MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) systems.
• Licenses /Certifications: a valid New Mexico driver’s license
• Physical Requirements: The job requires driving and involves standing, bending, and walking within n the common areas, such as schools, clinics, and homes. Ability to drive a car in all types of road conditions. Carrying up to 50 lbs.

Preferences:

• San Felipe Preference, NA/AI, veteran, or most qualified