Assistant Project Manager

About CrefCref is dedicated to providing strategic real estate solutions focused on helping organizations maximize their physical infrastructure. By enhancing resiliency, improving user experiences, reducing costs, and unlocking capital, Cref plays a critical role in ensuring facilities are not just spaces, but strategic assets that drive organizational success.Redefining real estate management through innovation and strategic partnership, we specialize in offering long-term, integrated solutions tailored to address industry-specific complexities. By partnering with leading operators, we focus on resolving our clients’ challenges and ensuring a streamlined approach to facilities and infrastructure management.About Planning, Design & ConstructionThe Planning, Design & Construction team serves as a strategic partner across operational and capital initiatives, collaborating with healthcare stakeholders to manage risk, maintain compliance, and support long-term facility readiness.This division develops structured workplans and operational strategies that translate healthcare business objectives into successful infrastructure and facilities outcomes while maintaining operational, regulatory, and financial alignment.Position SummaryThe Assistant Project Manager supports the planning, coordination, and execution of operational and capital projects within a dedicated healthcare facility in Nashville, Tennessee. This role works onsite daily and partners closely with hospital leadership, facilities operations teams, consultants, contractors, and project stakeholders to support infrastructure improvements, operational readiness, and healthcare construction initiatives.This position assists in managing projects throughout the full project lifecycle, including planning, design, construction, activation, and transition to operations, while ensuring alignment with healthcare operational and regulatory standards.Key Roles & ResponsibilitiesClient RelationsEstablish positive and collaborative working relationships with colleagues, hospital stakeholders, consultants, and contractorsDemonstrate adaptability and responsiveness to support operational and project objectivesSupport communication and coordination across project teams and facility operationsLeadershipApply logic, technical knowledge, and sound judgement to project-related decisionsDemonstrate awareness of operational impacts within an active healthcare environmentEscalate concerns and support resolution of project or operational issues as neededCommunication & PresentationPrepare meeting minutes, reports, schedules, dashboards, and project documentation clearly and efficientlyCommunicate professionally with hospital leadership, consultants, contractors, and project teamsMaintain open communication between all project stakeholders and facility operations personnelCritical ThinkingApply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to operational and project-related challengesRecognize team capabilities, resources, and prioritiesSupport decision-making with professionalism and accountabilityTechnical FundamentalsUtilize computer applications for project cost tracking, scheduling, and documentationDevelop working knowledge of healthcare facility operations, building systems, and construction techniquesDevelop understanding of architectural systems, infrastructure systems, and healthcare regulatory environmentsParticipate in ensuring field compliance with project specifications, safety requirements, and operational standardsDevelop working knowledge of applicable federal, state, local, and healthcare regulatory requirementsCost ManagementAssist with gathering project information to define scope, schedule, and budget requirementsTrack ongoing project costs against established budgetsSupport analysis of budgets, schedules, and project impactsSchedule ManagementMaintain project schedules and activity trackingSupport project coordination and schedule communication with stakeholdersAssist with project closeout, startup, and operational transition activitiesCore ResponsibilitiesSupport day-to-day coordination of healthcare facility projects and operational initiativesEnsure safety protocols and healthcare facility regulations are followed throughout project executionAssist with coordination between consultants, contractors, vendors, and facility stakeholdersCoordinate project activities in a manner that minimizes disruption to hospital operations and patient careTroubleshoot and elevate project or operational concerns appropriatelyAssist with maintaining organized project workflows from initiation through completionSupport collaboration between facilities operations, clinical stakeholders, contractors, and project teamsParticipate in facility assessments, field observations, and operational readiness initiatives as neededEssential Skills & Experience1–3 years of project coordination, construction, facilities, or healthcare infrastructure experience preferredBachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Facilities Management, or related field preferredAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced healthcare environmentStrong organizational and prioritization skillsStrong work ethic and desire to learnSelf-starter with the ability to adapt within a dynamic environmentExcellent written and verbal communication skillsPreferred QualificationsExperience working within healthcare, hospital, or regulated facility environments preferredFamiliarity with healthcare infrastructure systems and operational coordination is a plusWorking knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, or life safety systems preferredReports To: Project ExecutiveWork Location: Nashville, TN. Fully onsite at a dedicated healthcare facility.Why Cref?Cref is committed to finding the best talent to support our growth. Our success is rooted in our dedication to continuous improvement, employee engagement, and helping healthcare organizations maintain resilient, compliant, and operationally ready facilities.At Cref, we offer competitive compensation, strong benefits, and the opportunity to work alongside experienced healthcare facilities and construction professionals in a growing and innovative environment.Cref is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.