Occupied Rehab Project Manager - Manhattan, NY

This Healthcare Construction Project Manager role oversees renovation and modernization projects within occupied rehabilitation facilities, ensuring minimal disruption to patient therapy and daily clinical routines. The position requires precise phasing, strict infection‑control measures, and close coordination with therapists, nurses, and rehab operations teams to maintain a safe and healing environment.

Client Details

The client is a leading rehabilitation provider focused on upgrading therapy gyms, patient rooms, mobility‑training areas, and support spaces-all while keeping facilities fully operational and patient‑centered throughout construction.

Description

• Lead construction and renovation within occupied rehab units, therapy spaces, and long‑term patient areas
• Develop multi‑phase plans that maintain access to therapy gyms, ADL spaces, and nursing stations
• Coordinate closely with rehab leadership to avoid disruptions during high‑volume therapy hours
• Implement enhanced infection‑control protocols (e.g., dust containment, negative air, pathway protection)
• Manage work around sensitive populations, including patients with mobility challenges or cognitive impairments
• Oversee complex MEP upgrades required for rehab equipment, lifts, and therapy technologies
• Schedule noise‑producing activities around patient rest times and clinical programming
• Collaborate with facilities teams to plan utility shutdowns without interrupting essential rehab services
• Ensure full compliance with life‑safety codes in environments where patient evacuation can be slower
• Provide transparent communication to staff, patients, and families regarding construction impacts

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans, and all other qualified applicants.

Profile

A successful Superintendent should have:

• Proven experience delivering renovation work in occupied healthcare or rehab settings
• Deep understanding of patient‑centered construction planning in environments with mobility‑restricted or long‑stay patients
• Strong ability to collaborate with rehab therapists, nursing managers, facility directors, and patient services
• Exceptional sensitivity to noise, access, and safety challenges unique to rehabilitation care
• Skilled in infection‑control practices tailored to long‑term occupied environments
• Demonstrated capacity to phase work around therapy schedules, group programs, and patient rest periods
• Calm, communicative, and flexible-able to adjust plans quickly in response to clinical needs
• Experienced in managing logistics around active hallways, therapy equipment, and 24/7 patient care operations

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from $130,000 to $165,000 annually.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including PTO and 401(k) contributions.
• Opportunity to work with a reputable company in the property industry.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment with room for career growth.

This role offers an exciting chance to contribute to impactful construction projects in New York. If you're ready to advance your career as a Superintendent, we encourage you to apply today!

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.