Manager, Construction Procurement
Wellstar Health Systems

Facility: WCO - Wellstar Corporate Office

Job Summary:

A qualified individual with strong construction procurement background to serve as Procurement Manager. This individual will be responsible for working with the AVP of Project Controls and the Contract Analyst within Project Controls Department. Responsibilities includes managing: Planning/Scheduling, Procurement and Bid Analysis, Cost Control, Contract Administration, and Quality Control. Specific requirements include the following

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

Procurement Management:

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Understands the entire construction process which includes each step of the design process (SD, DD CDs), contracting, budgeting, scheduling, pay applications and inspections.
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Responsible for coordinating and managing procurement of construction, central plant and routine renovation projects for the WellStar Health System Campuses. This includes preparing and managing Invitations to Bid, review bid proposals and recommending a vendor based on pricing and overall qualifications to perform the designated type of work while maintaining a competitive environment
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Lead and facilitate regular meetings with campus leadership, from all 11 hospitals, to assist in the procurement process of their construction projects, to review and gather budget information, prioritize projects, proposed timing of projects, coordination between multiple projects and gathering of general information for the project procurement
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Direct campuses in the internal WellStar project and budget approval process (experience with StrataJazz is beneficial).
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Identify similar projects across different facilities and take advantage of economies of scale with vendors to help save WellStar time and money.
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Supports development of an integrated project plan consisting of project scope, defined milestones, costs and resource utilization planning. Construction Management Process and Support

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Assures compliance with WellStar Construction Management process; and related policies and procedure. This includes early assessment of project delivery method, procurement strategies and selection of vendors. Acts to control the plan, prevent anticipated problems, formulate corrective action plans and monitor effectiveness of the plan.
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Provides support to the WellStar PMO (Project Management Office) in the review, audit, and processing of contractor payment applications, consultant invoices, and owner-procurement invoices. Ensure that all subcontractors and vendors meet all requirements of their contract prior to any payments.
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Responsible for maintaining a WellStar Health System approved vendor list for architectural services, consulting and testing services, construction, M/E/P and FFE. Establish new relationships with vendors and supplies to ensure adequate resources for all projects and to continually improve pricing and quality of work. This also includes regular interaction with the vendors that WellStar engages with by understanding market needs, workload capacity and providing feedback on awards and performance Maintains Department Intent

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Manage the procurement process for all facility and construction projects in order to maintain a competitive environment that enhances the highest quality and cost effectiveness for the WellStar Health System - this includes soliciting, analyzing and awarding for projects, coordination with project champions, PMO and purchasing; Approved Vendor List maintenance and Contract Administration.
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Department works in close coordination with Wellstar PMO, Purchasing and designated Project Champions (representative for each project)
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Coaches and empowers team members and offers constructive feedback. Planning and Priority Setting

- Develops and monitors the strategic fit of departmental goals and objectives with strategic imperatives.
- Analysis of current resources, operational and capital budgeting.
- Formulates measurable, qualitative, and quantitative objectives consistent with organizational strategies.

Required Minimum Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Required or
Business Administration. Required and
Master's Degree in Business Administration Preferred

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):

0.00 Preferred

Additional Licenses and Certifications:

Required Minimum Experience:

Minimum 5 years experience as a Project Manager (CONSTRUCTION) or Preconstruction Procurement background. REQUIRED

Required Minimum Skills:

Must be high energy and results oriented.
Excellent organizational and communication skills.
Ability to provide direction to a project team, engage team members, manage conflicts and overcome resistance to lead the program through the project life cycle and WellStar's governance framework.
Ability to establish trusted partnering relationships and manage expectations within the team, with key stakeholders, and with external parties.
Ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of audiences (in person and in writing) with strong listening and presentation skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects, with strong emphasis on project controls, financial management and compliance with established policies and procedures.
Supports the organization's mission and vision through the independent role of construction project controls in ensuring that projects are appropriately
planned, performed, and progressive status reported according to the governance methodology.