Healthcare Project Manager Jobs in Ohio
Healthcare Project Manager jobs in Ohio are in strong demand, concentrated in hospital systems, integrated health networks, and managed care organizations, with openings at every level from coordinator to senior program lead. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati are the primary hiring centers, where large employers like OhioHealth, Cleveland Clinic, and UC Health consistently staff these roles. The most in-demand specialties in Ohio are EHR implementation, clinical operations improvement, and regulatory compliance projects. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Do you consider yourself to be a highly technical, strong communicator with the desire to work in a team environment on complex projects? Gilbane is seeking a Senior Project Manager to serve as the on-site Gilbane manager, responsible for the overall direction, completion, and financial outcome of a large or complex healthcare construction project, This role will sit primarily on the job site, with occasional travel to the office for trainings, meetings, etc.
Who are we?
As a Top-10 ENR Contractor, Gilbane is a family-owned business with 45 offices that has been shaping communities since 1870. Consistently recognized as one of the most reputable construction management firms in the country, Gilbane is committed to delivering projects safely and on-time. You will have the opportunity to build schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, sports arenas and more!
We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Who are you?
You are a coach/leader who leads with an inclusive and empathetic mindset. You provide feedback and guidance to help others excel in their current or future roles. You determine priorities, delegate work, and effectively communicate progress. You establish measures to assess the impact, quality, and timeliness of results while praising successes and sharing lessons learned. You build high performing teams by attracting, engaging, developing, and retaining talented individuals through motivation and discipline to maximize impact on the organization and the individual.
You leverage business insights by understanding industry trends, local market/economic conditions, and Gilbane’s business model to make critical decisions and create competitive advantage. You deploy a strategic mindset when considering solutions to long-term opportunities and risks that may develop in the future.
Your core values match Gilbane’s: Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Toughmindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship.
What’s in it for you?
Gilbane offers employees multi-dimensional training opportunities through a number of resources. While managing your responsibilities to the project, you will be able to enroll in trainings through our award-winning Gilbane University to build leadership and technical skills. In addition, you will work with an experienced team on each job site which provides you with opportunity to learn new industry skills every day. You will protect and promote the interests of both Gilbane and the client in all matters as well as demonstrating the personal characteristics of a developing leader.
Responsibilities:- Develops the project safety plan with corporate safety and provides jobsite leadership
- Develops the project controls and procedures to manage complex project requirements; takes ownership to mitigate high-risk items for contract requirements
- Manages project financial forecast, notice provisions, and billings to meet contract requirements; takes corrective actions to address deviations noted in project vitals
- Creates and manages a project-specific quality plan aligned with the Owner contract and contract documents and assists with execution
- Creates and manages a closeout plan in alignment with the contract documents and assists with execution
- Provides leadership in motivating the project team and maintains a positive work environment. This shall include direct supervision of work, project administration, project superintendents, and engineers to establish operational priorities.
- Develops the subcontracting strategy; reviews and writes scopes and other deliverables to ensure the integrity of the buyout process
- Implements and enforces all aspects of contracts; creates and leads risk mitigation plan; prepares draft contracts, agreements, and purchase orders
- Assumes accountability for the enrollment for insurance and bonds and manages the compliance process for trade contractors
- Leads the development of the project estimate and manages the project team and estimating team to meet contractual obligations
- Leads project constructability and coordination reviews
- Creates CPM schedule for large and/or complex projects; accountable for recognizing the potential for schedule impacts and drafting prevention/ mitigation plans
- Develops a basic understanding of the local market areas and profiles to create and lead a networking strategy
- Collaborates closely with business development to ensure seamless integration with sales strategies including performance metrics on your assigned projects, pursuits, and client deliverables. Actively participates in opportunities to strengthen client, partner, and industry relationships that position Gilbane as the “Builder of Choice”
- Responsible for the career development and coaching of team members
- Fosters a positive and inclusive work environment to motivate and engage team members
- Interprets and translates the organizational strategy, ensuring team understanding of their role in accomplishing strategic goals
EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management
- 8-12 years of experience
- Experience in a leadership role of a multi hundred million dollar healthcare
- Or equivalent combination of education and experience
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Strong technical and communication skills are critical
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Knowledge of industry standard software, Microsoft Office (preferred)
Salary to be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience of the applicant, as well as the internal equity and alignment with the team.
For Columbus, OH, this ranges from $140,000 - $190,000 plus benefits and retirement program.
Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees’ education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.
Gilbane is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status. Click here to view the physical demands and working conditions required to perform this role. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Note to Recruiters, Placement Agencies, and Similar Organizations: Gilbane does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our jobs alias, website, or to any Gilbane employee. Gilbane will not pay fees to any third party agency or firm and will not be responsible for any agency fees associated with unsolicited resumes. Unsolicited resumes received will be considered property of Gilbane and will be processed accordingly.
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What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in healthcare project manager jobs across Ohio.
- PMP or CAPM certification recognized by the Project Management Institute
- Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, nursing, business, or a related field
- Three or more years of project management experience in a healthcare or clinical setting
- Demonstrated proficiency with EHR platforms such as Epic or Oracle Health
- Familiarity with Ohio hospital regulatory standards and Joint Commission accreditation processes
- Strong skills in cross-functional team coordination, budget tracking, and risk documentation
Healthcare Project Manager Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a healthcare project manager in Ohio?
Ohio does not require a state-issued license to work as a healthcare project manager, but most employers treat the Project Management Professional certification as a practical requirement. The typical path starts with a bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, health informatics, nursing, or business, followed by entry-level coordinator or analyst work inside an Ohio hospital or health system. Earning the PMP through the Project Management Institute, or the Certified Associate in Project Management as a first step, significantly strengthens your candidacy with Ohio employers.
How much do healthcare project managers make in Ohio?
Healthcare project managers in Ohio earn a median of about $95,770 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $59,280 for the lowest 10% to over $160,570 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire healthcare project managers in Ohio?
Employers hiring healthcare project managers in Ohio right now include Gilbane, Leopardo Companies, and HDR, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Ohio's large integrated health systems and managed care organizations tend to hire continuously, particularly for project managers with EHR implementation or clinical operations experience.
Which Ohio cities have the most healthcare project manager jobs?
Cleveland, Columbus, and Toledo have the most healthcare project manager openings in Ohio. Columbus leads because it is home to large employers such as OhioHealth and Nationwide Children's Hospital, while Cleveland's concentration of academic medical centers and Cleveland Clinic's global headquarters drives steady demand, and Cincinnati's health corridor anchors UC Health and TriHealth hiring.
Are there remote healthcare project manager jobs in Ohio?
Yes, and more than most healthcare roles, because project management work is largely desk-based and coordination-driven rather than requiring physical presence on a unit or floor. About 33% of healthcare project manager openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how broadly health systems have accepted distributed project teams. EHR implementation planning, vendor coordination, and strategic program management are the functions most frequently offered in remote or hybrid arrangements.
How can I get hired as a healthcare project manager in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a project coordinator or implementation specialist role inside an Ohio health system, which functions as a direct bridge to full project management. OhioHealth and Cleveland Clinic both run structured rotational and early-career programs that place candidates without direct PM experience into operational improvement and IT project teams. A lateral move from a clinical coordinator, revenue cycle analyst, or practice manager background is commonly accepted, and completing the Certified Associate in Project Management credential before applying gives candidates a concrete credential that compensates for limited years of experience.
Where can I find and apply to healthcare project manager jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to healthcare project manager jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings. Search the listings for roles that match your experience level and specialty area, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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