Healthcare Lead Project Manager - Architecture Engineering

Job Description

Healthcare Facility Lead Project Manager – Architecture Engineering

The Healthcare Facility Lead Project Manager will support healthcare planning and infrastructure initiatives, with a focus on delivering high-impact projects for federal healthcare clients. This role is responsible for overseeing healthcare architecture and engineering projects through all phases—from strategy and requirements analysis to execution and performance review. The Lead Project Manager will lead cross-functional teams, manage contract and budget oversight, and serve as a key point of contact for federal clients. The role emphasizes analytical planning, stakeholder coordination, and performance-driven execution across complex and sensitive project environments.

Compensation & Benefits

Estimated Starting Salary Range for Healthcare Facility Lead Project Manager: $

Pay commensurate with experience.

Full-time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Responsibilities Include

• Lead and manage the full lifecycle of the Healthcare Requirements Analysis (HCRA) Study for DHA Facilities Enterprise in KMC, Germany.
• Provide strategic oversight of medical, dental, laboratory, pharmacy, and public health services analysis to guide facility planning.
• Coordinate with DHA directorates and military stakeholders to align the HCRA with existing masterplans and future healthcare objectives.
• Develop and evaluate facility Courses of Action (COAs) to optimize real property utilization, staff efficiency, and patient access.
• Manage interdisciplinary project teams comprising architects, engineers, planners, analysts, and federal healthcare representatives.
• Prepare and deliver high-level reports, post-occupancy evaluations, and briefings to DHA leadership.
• Ensure all project activities adhere to DoD Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC), federal healthcare guidelines, and contract requirements.
• Oversee budget development, contract administration, and risk management processes for the planning engagement.
• Drive innovative, data-informed solutions to support DHA’s strategic facility distribution and modernization goals.
• Serve as primary point of contact for client engagement and ongoing program delivery.
  
  

Education

Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities Requested:

• Master’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
  
  

Certifications (Preferred)

• Professional licensure or certification such as Registered Architect (RA), Professional Engineer (PE), or Project Management Professional (PMP).
  
  

Experience

• Minimum of 15 years’ experience in healthcare architecture/engineering, preferably supporting DoD or federal healthcare systems.
• Demonstrated success in leading large-scale, high-impact healthcare planning or infrastructure projects in complex environments.
• Experience working with federal healthcare entities (e.g., DHA, VA) and knowledge of military medical systems is highly desirable.
  
  

Knowledge & Skills

• Expertise in federal healthcare infrastructure planning, facility optimization, and strategic capital investment analysis.
• Proficiency in healthcare requirements analysis, facility laydown planning, and operational assessments.
• Knowledge of DoD planning standards, Joint Commission regulations, and MILCON processes.
  
  

Abilities

• Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams and drive strategic outcomes in a dynamic, multi-stakeholder environment.
• Strong communication and client engagement skills, with experience delivering senior executive briefings and technical reports.
• Skilled in project scheduling, resource management, risk mitigation, and quality control.
  
  

Company Information

Cherokee Nation Federal Consulting (CNFC) is a part of Cherokee Federal – the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal companies are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNFC, visit cherokee-federal.com.

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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

Similar Searchable Job Titles

• Federal Healthcare Program Manager
• Medical Facilities Planning Lead
• Government Infrastructure Program Manager
• Military Health Systems Planner
• Strategic Real Property Manager
  
  

Keywords

• Healthcare Planning
• DHA / DoD Infrastructure
• Facility Optimization
• Medical Systems Analysis
• Federal Program Management
• Strategic Facility COA Development
  
  

Legal Disclaimer

Cherokee Federal is an equal opportunity employer. Please visit cherokee-federal.com/careers for information regarding our Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Statement and accommodation request.

Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Please Note: This position is pending a contract award. If you are interested in a future with Cherokee Nation Federal Consulting (CNFC), APPLY TODAY! Although this is not an approved position, we are accepting applications for this future and anticipated need.