Project Manager, Clinic Development at Soar Autism Center
About This Position
Soar Autism Center is an innovative healthcare provider at the frontlines of the autism market, one of the largest growth markets in healthcare services today.
Soar is building a network of clinics where autistic children and their families receive life-shaping services that support them to thrive. We are building a premium service for families with differentiated quality/experience in our clinics, advancing the standard of care in autism and capturing share in a rapidly growing market.
Specifically, we provide comprehensive, evidence-based services to children 6 and under with autism. Our care model is focused on a one-stop shop integrated autism center, and play-based models of behavior therapy based on the Early Start Denver Model. We craft individual therapy plans in deep coordination with families, setting goals that are ambitious and focusing on building skills that enable children to grow into their fullest selves. We provide care in a state-of-the-art, autistic-friendly facility, with the goal that a childs time at the center mirrors an early childhood learning experience. We prioritize early intervention, comprehensive supportive services, and positive, developmentally appropriate learning that meets the needs of each unique child and family.
After quickly reaching capacity in 2021, Soar has since grown across the Denver and Phoenix markets to a total of ~30 centers. With exciting growth plans for 2026, we're looking to hire a Project Manager to support efforts in the Growth and Development team. Join us as we strive to advance the standard of clinical excellence in autism therapy today!
Preferred locations:Denver, Chicago, Phoenix, Maryland (DC suburbs, Baltimore), Philadelphia.Hybrid / Remote with travel to clinic sites as needed.
The Project Manager, Clinic Development, is responsible for managing the planning, design, permitting, construction, and setup of new Soar Autism Center clinics. This role serves as the central point of coordination between internal stakeholders (operations, clinical leadership, real estate, finance) and external partners (landlords, architects, engineers, general contractors, vendors, and local authorities) for projects they oversee.
The ideal candidate is comfortable owning multiple projects simultaneously, thrives in fast-paced growth environments, and can balance schedule, budget, and quality while navigating regulatory and landlord constraints.
Key Responsibilities
Project Planning & Coordination
Manage multiple clinic buildouts simultaneously from lease execution through certificate of occupancy and handover to operations.
Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, milestones, and critical path items.
Coordinate with real estate and leadership on scope definition and delivery timelines, while proactively flagging risks and barriers.
Design & Permitting
Oversee architects and engineers through schematic design, design development, and construction documents.
Ensure designs align with Soars clinical, operational, branding, and life-safety standards.
Coordinate permit submissions, plan review comments, and resubmittals with local jurisdictions.
Track and manage jurisdictional approvals, inspections, and certificates of occupancy.
Develop furniture, technology, and artwork plans for assigned projects.
Construction Management
Serve as Soars representative during construction.
Review contractor schedules, pay applications, change orders, and close-out documentation.
Monitor construction progress to ensure adherence to approved plans, budget, and schedule.
Identify risks early and proactively propose mitigation strategies.
Budget & Cost Management
Track project budgets, including TI allowances, landlord work, and tenant-funded scope.
Review cost estimates and change orders for accuracy and alignment with scope.
Support negotiations with landlords and contractors related to scope, cost, and responsibility splits.
Review construction bids for thoroughness and cost saving opportunities.
Setup & Opening Support
Coordinate furniture, fixtures, equipment (FF&E), IT, security, and life-safety system installations.
Oversee punch lists, final inspections, and collect close-out documentation.
Support smooth handoff to clinic operations and facilities teams.
Qualifications
Required:
2+ years of experience in project management, construction management, or related roles
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Current Soar employees must be in good standing in their current roles
Preferred:
Experience managing commercial interior buildouts (healthcare, education, office)
Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Smartsheet)
Familiarity with landlord-delivered work and TI allowance structures
Understanding of permitting, inspections, and construction workflows
Key Competencies:
Highly organized with strong attention to detail
Comfortable navigating ambiguity and problem-solving in real time
Collaborative and service-oriented mindset
Able to balance speed, quality, and cost in a growth environment
Confident interfacing with senior leadership and external partners
Able to clearly set expectations and hold contractors accountable
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings
Ability to lead meetings and coordinate with project team members
Travel:
Monthly travel required to clinic sites during construction and opening phases.
Soar Autism Center is committed to diversity and inclusion at all levels. As an equal opportunity employer, we strictly prohibit discrimination or harassment and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristics.
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