People who perform manual labor as unskilled or semi-skilled laborers are considered employed. In the United Kingdom, a construction worker is defined as someone who works for or under the control of a contractor on a construction site. They can also be skilled tradespeople or managerial and supervisory personnel. In Canada, anyone who supervises other workers or enforces regulations and building codes may be labeled an inspector.
The word "laborer" refers to a specific job type and level in most construction industries. It's a generic term that defines a large group of workers in almost every national construction industry. In the United States, over 7.5 million people work in construction — including 820,000 laborers — with 573,000 carpenters, 508,000 electricians, 258,000 equipment operators and 230,000 construction managers. The United States Department of Labor reports 681,000 white-collar workers employed in construction. These people work in office and administrative support occupations. Most construction companies hire office and administrative support workers.
At Memorial Hermann, we're about creating exceptional experiences for both our patients and our employees. Our goal is to provide opportunities for our diverse employee population that develop and grow careers in a team-oriented environment focused on patient care. Every employee, at every level, begins their journey at Memorial Hermann learning about the history of the organization and its established culture built on trust and integrity. Our employees drive this culture, and we want you to be a part of it. Job Summary Position is responsible for identifying issues/opportunities, developing and managing overall project/program budget and schedule, managing design and/or architectural/interior solutions, and the overall delivery within the budget, schedule and quality goals to support the MHHS mission as well as working collaboratively to enhance or enable process improvement for capital construction projects and facility operations. Job Description Minimum Qualifications Education: Bachelors degree Licenses/Certifications: (None) Experience / Knowledge / Skills: 10 years of technical work experience in this field Minimum five (5) years experience directing and participating in major healthcare capital project teams Ability to effectively communicate technically complex issues to any audience: technical administrative, clinical and executive levels Commitment to continual enhancement of technical skill set Ability to act in supervisory role if needed Record of consistent, effective use of project management methodology Expert skill levels in architecture or construction for healthcare facilities design and operation Demonstrates commitment to the Partners-in-Caring process by integrating our culture in all internal and external customer interactions; delivers on our brand promise of "we advance health" through innovation, accountability, empowerment, collaboration, compassion and results while ensuring one Memorial Hermann. Principal Accountabilities Under general direction, provides technical assistance to facilitate planning and guiding the design, installation, modification and commissioning of capital construction projects as well as development and implementation of architectural standards to expedite design. Manages activities, staff, technical, financial, and administrative resources of a project. Evaluates vendor proposals for purchases of architectural, engineering, equipment and technical services to assure adherence to technical specifications. Serves as the leader on each project to coordinate and supervise the execution of the total scope of work with the user, the design and construction professionals. Analyzes proposed and actual projects in terms of the feasibility of the standards and technology. Provides technical guidance to project managers, external consultants, and other technical staff. Represents owner/management in all design, construction, interior and furniture/fixtures/equipment planning meetings and reports as appropriate; represents owner/management in regulatory agency review and submission. Documents the technical environment for proposed capital projects. Coordinates with contract architects, vendors, engineers and technical staff to address problems of integration, compatibility, and cost comparisons. Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education, skills competency, supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor, and resource to less experienced staff. Coordinates with other internal project management staff including information services (IT), security, materials management, clinical and bio-medical engineering, food service and housekeeping to ensure the budgeting and scheduling of services required to meet desired outcomes Develops schedules for assigned project for design, permitting, construction, equipment procurement, and activation of assigned projects. Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors, adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity of service. Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff. Other duties as assigned.