Your future role at a glance

Location: Austin, TX

Facility: Ascension Seton Cove

Department: Construction

Schedule: Full-time. Day shift. 40 hours per week

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• This role is the most senior among the Construction Project Managers, providing strategic oversight and national framework development for healthcare capital projects.

• Direct all phases of the construction lifecycle—from planning and design to final acceptance—serving as the primary authority for scope, schedule, and budget across national frameworks.

• Mandate strict adherence to healthcare-specific safety codes, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements for all remodeling and renovation initiatives to ensure patient and staff safety.

• Manage comprehensive project financials, including budget development, bid processes, earned value tracking, and detailed reporting on project duration and "burn" metrics.

• Lead cross-functional teams of architects, engineers, and contractors while managing high-level client stakeholders to deliver strategic functionality within complex project constraints.

• Establish and monitor rigorous quality assurance policies and warranty response protocols to guarantee the long-term integrity of the healthcare facility’s infrastructure.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Drivers License obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Licensed Construction Professional preferred. Certified Healthcare Constructor (CHC).
• Project Mgmt Professional preferred. Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) accepted.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 3 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree with 2 years of cumulative experience OR 7 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• 3 years of leadership or management experience preferred.

What additional preferences we're seeking

• Construction and Healthcare experience preferred.
• PMP or CHC are highly desired.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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