Director - Construction

JOB SUMMARY
This paragraph summarizes the general nature, level and purpose of the job.
The Director of Construction is responsible for creating strategies and developing, managing, and implementing large/complex construction projects for Stanford Medicine Children's Health. This position will have overall control of planning, staffing, budgeting, managing expense priorities, and recommending and implementing changes to programs/projects and methods. Responsible for identification, prevention and/or resolution of major construction issues and claims and is responsible for working with construction consultants and attorneys to assess and minimize risk in construction projects. The Director of Construction will work within the project formulation processes to ensure that thoughtful, timely and informed decisions are made in support of the Hospital Strategic Plan, as well as interface with a wide variety of Hospital staff, including CEO, COO, Medical Directors and offices to identify institutional objectives and their requirements.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The essential functions listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
Employees must abide by all Joint Commission Requirements including but not limited to sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patient rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, sustaining compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and licensure and health screenings.
Must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the hospital's policies and procedures, including its Service Standards and its Code of Conduct.
Contributes to and executes functional strategy for all aspects of construction projects at Stanford Medicine Children’s Health ensuring enablement and alignment with the broader organizational initiatives. Sets Priorities and manages and allocates resources to align with departmental and organizational needs.
Provides strategic input, direction, and oversees/manages large-scale construction implementation projects from end to end. Collaborates with contractors and design professionals in obtaining the necessary approvals and permits ensuring compliance at all stages of the project.
Partners with key stakeholders across the organization to ensure capital projects and programs are in line with the organization’s goals. Drives business decisions and creates short and long-term goals and objectives. Identifies and resolves complex technical, operational, and organizational problems, applying critical thinking to recommend standards and operating strategies that mitigate risk and propel growth.
Collaborates with the Executive Director and Senior Vice President to prepare, analyze, and present budget and get programs/projects approved. Manages department budget and expenses by reviewing plan design objectives, utilization trends, expense projections and recommending alternative options. Provides budget updates as needed.
In collaboration with the Executive Director, negotiates contracts for construction and professional service providers with outside vendors/contractors. Manages relations with vendors and contractors. Evaluates performance, provides improvement feedback, and makes changes as necessary.
Directs the design, construction and related professional service providers. Reviews the master schedule by integrating the design professionals and contractor provided schedules.
Participates in regularly scheduled management meetings with team members. Participates in the design and implementation of information systems.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.
Education: Bachelor's degree in a work-related discipline/field from an accredited college or university.
Experience: Seven (7) years of progressively responsible and directly related work experience including 2 years of supervisory experience
Licensure/Certification: None Required
KNOWLEDGE
These are the observable and measurable attributes and skills required to perform successfully the essential functions of the job and are generally demonstrated through qualifying experience, education or licensure/certification.
Ability to budget, make financial projections and write reports
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with widely diverse groups, including individuals at all levels both within and outside the organization and gain their cooperation
Ability to handle potentially sensitive situations by applying consultative skills in working with internal and external constituent groups
Ability to plan, organize, motivate, mentor, direct and evaluate the work of others
Ability to prioritize work by making informed judgments and to develop solutions for complex problems
Ability to provide leadership and influence others
Ability to read, comprehend, and draft legal and technical documents
Ability to utilize project management tools
Knowledge of local, state and federal regulatory requirements related to areas of functional responsibility
Knowledge of principles and practices of organization, administration, fiscal and personnel management
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The Physical Requirements and Working Conditions in which the job is typically performed are available from the Occupational Health Department. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
No