Project Manager - Planning, Design & Construction

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The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe.

Exciting Opportunity at MSK:  Project Manager - Construction

As a Project Manager in Construction at MSK, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and maintaining the facilities that support world‑class patient care, research, and innovation. This role oversees complex construction and renovation projects from concept through completion, ensuring each initiative is executed safely, efficiently, and with exceptional quality. You will collaborate with diverse partners across MSK, guide decision‑making, and steward multiple high‑visibility projects that directly impact the organization’s mission and long‑term growth.

Role Overview

• Coordinate project timelines and monitor progress across multiple construction initiatives.

• Maintain project documentation, including drawings, logs, meeting minutes, submittals, and contract records.

• Assist in developing project budgets and cost estimates through analysis of labor, materials, equipment, and project conditions.

• Monitor project costs and support ongoing financial tracking throughout the project lifecycle.

• Review contractors work to confirm alignment with contract documents, project scope, and regulatory requirements.

• Participate in the development and evaluation of design concepts, constructability reviews, and design coordination for capital projects.

• Conduct site visits and field surveys to verify existing conditions and monitor construction progress.

• Perform routine site inspections to review safety, quality, and schedule performance, and assist in tracking punch-list and corrective items.

• Support procurement activities including preparation of bid packages, coordination of competitive bidding, and evaluation of contractor proposals.

• Coordinate communication among architects, engineers, contractors, hospital operations, and internal stakeholders.

• Assist in managing project risks, identifying issues early, and supporting resolution in coordination with the Senior Project Manager.

Key Qualifications

• Experience in construction project management, with emphasis on complex institutional or healthcare projects.

• Experience working with project management systems such as Microsoft Project or similar scheduling and project tracking platforms, Procore, Autodesk, etc.

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret architectural, engineering, and construction documents.

• Knowledge of building codes, regulatory requirements, and healthcare construction standards preferred.

• Strong analytical and organizational capabilities with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Understanding of construction budgeting, estimating, and contract administration.

Core Skills

• Strong communication and coordination skills with internal teams, consultants, contractors, and hospital stakeholders.

• Ability to manage complex projects in active and operational environments.

• Attention to detail and strong documentation practices.

• Leadership and teamwork with the ability to work independently while supporting broader project objectives.

• Sound judgment and problem-solving skills in fast-paced construction environments.

Additional Information:

• Schedule: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST, Monday -Friday with flexibility as needed

• Location: Hybrid with work across MSK sites in NYC

• Reporting to: Senior Project Manager, Construction

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At MSK, we believe in fair, competitive pay that reflects your job, experience, and skills.

MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.  

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