Director-Design and Construction

IU Health•Indianapolis, IN

16h•Onsite

About The Position

Our leaders shape strategic initiatives, develop passionate teams, and work to improve health outcomes. They advance our mission and exemplify excellence, compassion, teamwork and purpose in all that they do. Indiana University Health is seeking individuals who embody these values to join our IU Health’s leadership team in the role of Director of Construction and Design. The Director of Design & Construction provides strategic leadership for IU Health’s capital project portfolio, partnering with Regional Directors to plan, deliver, and execute complex healthcare construction initiatives valued at more than $600 million annually. This role establishes and advances consistent standards for architectural design, mechanical systems, quality, cost management, regulatory compliance, and safety. The Director leads continuous improvement in project-delivery methods and works closely with IU Health senior leaders to guide projects ranging from $10 million to more than $100 million. The ideal leader brings the ability to manage a large, diverse portfolio while proactively identifying and mitigating financial, operational, and safety risks. This individual will also represent IU Health with key external partners—including vendors, contractors, community leaders, and city and state officials—to build alignment and support successful project outcomes.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree is required.
7-10 years relevant experience is required.
Requires experience managing complex programs/projects.
Requires knowledge of state and federal laws relative to the assigned area.
Must have an understanding of the health care market, and can effectively apply this knowledge to the benefit of the System and stated Regional objectives as they apply to facility related projects and studies.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides strategic leadership for IU Health’s capital project portfolio.
Partners with Regional Directors to plan, deliver, and execute complex healthcare construction initiatives valued at more than $600 million annually.
Establishes and advances consistent standards for architectural design, mechanical systems, quality, cost management, regulatory compliance, and safety.
Leads continuous improvement in project-delivery methods.
Works closely with IU Health senior leaders to guide projects ranging from $10 million to more than $100 million.
Manages a large, diverse portfolio while proactively identifying and mitigating financial, operational, and safety risks.
Represents IU Health with key external partners—including vendors, contractors, community leaders, and city and state officials—to build alignment and support successful project outcomes.