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Texas Behavioral Health Center
Join our team and help launch the first state psychiatric hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth, where innovative caregivers will make a lasting impact on behavioral health in Texas. The Texas Behavioral Health Center is a newly completed state-funded psychiatric hospital opening in Dallas’ Southwestern Medical District that is owned by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and operated by UT Southwestern Medical Center. When fully operational, the 505,000-square-foot facility will house 292 beds – 200 for adult patients and 92 for children and adolescents. As DFW’s first state-funded behavioral health hospital, it is designed to deliver state-of-the-art, patient-centered care in a modern and healing environment. The center provides comprehensive behavioral health treatment and features private patient rooms, abundant access to natural light and nature, and thoughtfully designed spaces that promote recovery. The hospital will also provide training to all behavioral health disciplines. As employees of UT Southwestern, team members will join a world-class academic medical center committed to patient-centered care, innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and preparing patients for successful reintegration into their families and communities. With competitive benefits and a mission-driven culture, Texas Behavioral Health Center offers an unparalleled opportunity to make a lasting impact on mental health care in North Texas.
WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!
Job Summary
Works under general direction of the Director of Renovation Program to provide Project Management services for renovation projects up to $4M and occasionally projects of greater value. The primary purpose of the Project Manager position is to provide project management expertise for multiple assigned projects.
Benefits
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
- Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
Required
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
- Experience 4 years of project management/construction experience required with a Bachelors degree. Equivalent industry related experience and knowledge without a degree.
Preferred
- Education Bachelor's Degree In Architecture, Engineering, and Construction Management preferred
- Experience Design and Construction experience with academic healthcare and/or research facilities and/or project management/construction management experience with a focus in healthcare, academic, and/or research facilities
Job Duties
- Responsible for overall project management to include scope definition, budgets, change orders, schedule, contractor GMP's, contract management and quality control in compliance with industry and institutional standards.
- Must have strong organizational skills for managing multiple projects and compiling project data.
- Must have strong written and verbal skills for project reporting including to Executive leadership of the organization.
- Manages less complex major capital projects up to $4M and occasionally projects of greater value.
- Ensures that projects are successfully completed on schedule, within the approval budget and in accordance with applicable quality standards.
- Guides and manages the Project Team (customers, General Contractor/Construction Manager, Consultants, CIP Construction Services internal resources and Facilities Management groups) to yield productive actions through conflict management and use of good written and verbal communication to ensure a successful project completion.
- Manages A/E teams, construction teams, internal and external project management teams, internal teams, third party consultants, etc. to ensure compliance with design specifications, schedules, and contractual commitments as it pertains to the project.
- Manages contractual compliance and relationships for the assigned projects.
- Defines & implements contractual and financial strategies.
- Coordinate approval procedures with the BOR, and THECB and associated State Agencies.
- Works collaboratively with Purchasing in the preparation of necessary documentation for contract award.
- Supports the ROCIP (as required) and HUB program on the selected projects.
- Develops and manages project documentation, record keeping, financial and activity status reports that are accurate, up-to-date, clear and complete in support of the decision making, issue solving and informing processes of a project.
- Ensures that the project documentation records are organized and stored properly.
- Ensures compliance with, and adheres to, current institutional and industry standards.
- Close out projects to ensure documents are uploaded to eBuilder and properly issued to Facilities Management.
- Monitor the status of project permits and inspections to ensure that they are completed and properly documented.
- Address and manage critical issues impacting project quality and safety.
- Demonstrate strong leadership in managing all consultants, contractors, and project teams internal and external.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT
Security This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
EEO UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
Primary Location Texas-Dallas-5323 Harry Hines Blvd
Work Locations 5323 Harry Hines Blvd
Job Skilled Trade/Facilities Mgmt.
Organization 846445 - UTSW Psychiatric Hospital
Schedule Full-time
Shift Day Job
Employee Status Regular
Job Type Standard
Job Posting Mar 9, 2026, 9:57:57 PM
Project Facilities Manager
Texas Behavioral Health Center
Join our team and help launch the first state psychiatric hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth, where innovative caregivers will make a lasting impact on behavioral health in Texas. The Texas Behavioral Health Center is a newly completed state-funded psychiatric hospital opening in Dallas’ Southwestern Medical District that is owned by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and operated by UT Southwestern Medical Center. When fully operational, the 505,000-square-foot facility will house 292 beds – 200 for adult patients and 92 for children and adolescents. As DFW’s first state-funded behavioral health hospital, it is designed to deliver state-of-the-art, patient-centered care in a modern and healing environment. The center provides comprehensive behavioral health treatment and features private patient rooms, abundant access to natural light and nature, and thoughtfully designed spaces that promote recovery. The hospital will also provide training to all behavioral health disciplines. As employees of UT Southwestern, team members will join a world-class academic medical center committed to patient-centered care, innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and preparing patients for successful reintegration into their families and communities. With competitive benefits and a mission-driven culture, Texas Behavioral Health Center offers an unparalleled opportunity to make a lasting impact on mental health care in North Texas.
WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!
Job Summary
Works under general direction of the Director of Renovation Program to provide Project Management services for renovation projects up to $4M and occasionally projects of greater value. The primary purpose of the Project Manager position is to provide project management expertise for multiple assigned projects.
Benefits
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
- Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
Required
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
- Experience 4 years of project management/construction experience required with a Bachelors degree. Equivalent industry related experience and knowledge without a degree.
Preferred
- Education Bachelor's Degree In Architecture, Engineering, and Construction Management preferred
- Experience Design and Construction experience with academic healthcare and/or research facilities and/or project management/construction management experience with a focus in healthcare, academic, and/or research facilities
Job Duties
- Responsible for overall project management to include scope definition, budgets, change orders, schedule, contractor GMP's, contract management and quality control in compliance with industry and institutional standards.
- Must have strong organizational skills for managing multiple projects and compiling project data.
- Must have strong written and verbal skills for project reporting including to Executive leadership of the organization.
- Manages less complex major capital projects up to $4M and occasionally projects of greater value.
- Ensures that projects are successfully completed on schedule, within the approval budget and in accordance with applicable quality standards.
- Guides and manages the Project Team (customers, General Contractor/Construction Manager, Consultants, CIP Construction Services internal resources and Facilities Management groups) to yield productive actions through conflict management and use of good written and verbal communication to ensure a successful project completion.
- Manages A/E teams, construction teams, internal and external project management teams, internal teams, third party consultants, etc. to ensure compliance with design specifications, schedules, and contractual commitments as it pertains to the project.
- Manages contractual compliance and relationships for the assigned projects.
- Defines & implements contractual and financial strategies.
- Coordinate approval procedures with the BOR, and THECB and associated State Agencies.
- Works collaboratively with Purchasing in the preparation of necessary documentation for contract award.
- Supports the ROCIP (as required) and HUB program on the selected projects.
- Develops and manages project documentation, record keeping, financial and activity status reports that are accurate, up-to-date, clear and complete in support of the decision making, issue solving and informing processes of a project.
- Ensures that the project documentation records are organized and stored properly.
- Ensures compliance with, and adheres to, current institutional and industry standards.
- Close out projects to ensure documents are uploaded to eBuilder and properly issued to Facilities Management.
- Monitor the status of project permits and inspections to ensure that they are completed and properly documented.
- Address and manage critical issues impacting project quality and safety.
- Demonstrate strong leadership in managing all consultants, contractors, and project teams internal and external.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT
Security This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
EEO UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
Primary Location Texas-Dallas-5323 Harry Hines Blvd
Work Locations 5323 Harry Hines Blvd
Job Skilled Trade/Facilities Mgmt.
Organization 846445 - UTSW Psychiatric Hospital
Schedule Full-time
Shift Day Job
Employee Status Regular
Job Type Standard
Job Posting Mar 9, 2026, 9:57:57 PM
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Construction Jobs at UT Southwestern Medical Center Jobs
Align your credentials with Texas licensure requirements
Texas requires state licensure for many Construction trades and project management roles. Before applying, verify your credentials meet Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation standards, since UT Southwestern's HR team will flag unlicensed candidates early in screening.
Target facilities and capital projects postings specifically
UT Southwestern's Construction openings fall under Facilities Management and Capital Projects, not a general engineering department. Searching those internal categories directly gets you past listings that would otherwise be buried under broader job families.
Confirm your visa category before the offer stage
UT Southwestern sponsors H-1B, E-3, TN, and OPT for Construction roles, but eligibility depends on your specific job classification. Confirm with the recruiter which category applies to your role before countersigning an offer, since reclassification after signing creates delays.
Use Migrate Mate to filter open Construction roles
Not all of UT Southwestern's Construction postings surface on general job boards. Use Migrate Mate to filter specifically for visa-sponsoring Construction openings at UT Southwestern so you're only reviewing positions the institution has indicated it will sponsor.
Prepare your OPT or CPT documentation before interviews
If you're on F-1 OPT or CPT, bring your EAD and DSO authorization letter to any on-site interview. UT Southwestern's E-Verify enrollment means onboarding moves fast, and incomplete work authorization documents are the most common cause of delayed start dates.
Understand the LCA prevailing wage for your Construction title
For H-1B and E-3 roles, your employer files a Labor Condition Application with the DOL certifying your offered wage meets the prevailing rate for your specific Construction occupation in Dallas County. Knowing this benchmark before negotiating salary prevents misaligned expectations on both sides.
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Does UT Southwestern Medical Center sponsor H-1B visas for Construction roles?
Yes, UT Southwestern Medical Center does sponsor H-1B visas for Construction positions. As an academic medical institution, it qualifies as a cap-exempt employer, which means H-1B petitions can be filed at any time of year without waiting for the annual lottery. That cap-exempt status is a meaningful practical advantage for candidates pursuing Construction roles there.
How do I apply for Construction jobs at UT Southwestern Medical Center?
Applications go through UT Southwestern's official careers portal. Search under Facilities Management or Capital Projects to find Construction-specific postings. Tailor your resume to the project types listed in the job description, and note your work authorization status clearly in the application. You can also browse current openings filtered by visa sponsorship on Migrate Mate before applying directly.
Which visa types does UT Southwestern Medical Center commonly use for Construction roles?
UT Southwestern sponsors H-1B, E-3, TN, F-1 OPT, and F-1 CPT for Construction positions. H-1B is the most common path for specialty construction occupations requiring a bachelor's degree. E-3 is available exclusively to Australian citizens. TN is an option for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying construction-related categories. OPT and CPT apply to current F-1 students or recent graduates.
What qualifications are expected for Construction roles at UT Southwestern Medical Center?
Most Construction roles at UT Southwestern require a bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field for visa sponsorship eligibility. Practical experience with healthcare or large institutional facilities is frequently cited in job descriptions. Familiarity with Texas building codes and experience managing subcontractors on complex, occupied campuses strengthens your candidacy significantly.
How long does the visa sponsorship process take for a Construction role at UT Southwestern?
Timeline depends on your visa category. E-3 and TN cases can be processed in weeks if consular appointment slots are available. H-1B processing at a cap-exempt institution like UT Southwestern typically takes two to four months under standard USCIS processing, or a few weeks with premium processing. OPT activation through your DSO can take up to 90 days, so start early.
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