Director of Facilities Management and Construction - Project Integration

Amsurg•Nashville, TN

12d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director of FMC Project Integration is responsible for integrations of all ASC Construction projects (De Novo, Relocation, Expansion, and Renovation), serving as the primary project coordination with all internal departments to ensure operational activation (“Day One readiness”). This role ensures projects are delivered on time and in compliance with all regulatory requirements while aligning with AMSURG’s operational, clinical, and financial objectives. This position also includes FMC other projects including small renovation and infrastructure projects as needed ensuring alignment with AMSURG corporate objectives. This role will report to VP, Facilities Management and Construction with a dotted line to VP, Operations. The Director will execute and maintain a structured integration framework, collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless transitions, proactively identify, and mitigate risks, and drive improvements in integration processes. This role requires strong project management skills and the ability to influence stakeholders across multiple departments. Additionally, the Director will serve as a key partner to senior leadership within the FMC team, Operations Integration team, fostering collaboration, accountability, and innovation throughout the integration lifecycle.

Requirements

Strong leadership and project management skills with the ability to guide teams toward successful outcomes.
Proven ability to manage complex projects involving multiple stakeholders and competing priorities.
Strong analytical capabilities, enabling data-driven decision-making and strategic planning
Demonstrated experience navigating state-specific healthcare permitting, CON (if applicable), and licensing processes
Strong understanding of life safety codes, healthcare construction regulations, and accreditation standards (AAAHC, CMS, etc.)
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to influence and collaborate across all organizational levels
A demonstrated ability to drive innovation and continuous improvement
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, or a minimum of 8 years of experience in healthcare services with a strong emphasis on operations, integrations, and project management.
Proven ability to lead and/or actively contribute to complex, cross-functional projects involving multiple stakeholders

Nice To Haves

Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) certification is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and oversee all departments during the ASC construction project lifecycle, including construction, licensure, regulatory compliance, and activation.
Drive regulatory approval processes, including state licensing and accreditation readiness (AAAHC, etc.).
Proactively identify and mitigate risks impacting project timelines, costs, or compliance.
Serve as the single point of accountability for project execution across FMC, Development, Operations, and Clinical teams.
Ensure successful transition from construction completion to operational readiness and Day One launch.
Deliver monthly project updates to Operations, Partnerships, and other AMSURG Leadership.
Support the strategic integration framework for AMSURG, aligning expansion/renovation, relocation, and de novo projects with corporate goals while facilitating the full lifecycle of integration projects, including pre-acquisition planning, implementation, and post-integration evaluation.
Support strategic planning sessions, drive innovation in integration processes, and deliver strategic recommendations for continuous improvement in outcomes such as operational performance and cultural alignment.
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of integration initiatives and ensure alignment with corporate objectives.
Create and implement tools, timelines, processes, and documentation that support both current and future integration projects effectively and efficiently.
Provide regular integration updates, identify risks, and report outcomes to AMSURG FMC and the integration leadership team, offering clear, actionable recommendations.
Collaborate with FMC team, operations, integration leadership, and senior stakeholders to ensure integration activities align with organizational objectives and financial targets.
Support strategic decision-making by delivering insights and data-driven solutions to FMC leadership, integration leadership, and other key stakeholders.
Coordinate the collection and analysis of critical operational data in partnership with functional leaders to advance AMSURG programs and initiatives.
Foster a culture of excellence and professional growth within the FMC team as well as Operations Integration team through mentorship and development.
Support the development of team members and cross-functional partners, ensuring clarity in roles and responsibilities for successful integration project execution.
Drive change management initiatives to enable smooth transitions for newly acquired or de novo centers, proactively addressing cultural and operational challenges.
Collaborate with multiple departments to ensure onboarding milestones and timelines are achieved efficiently and effectively.
Support the creation and maintenance of a knowledge management system to capture lessons learned and share best practices across the organization.
Champion the adoption of cutting-edge technology tools to streamline integration workflows and enhance project efficiency.
Partner with teammates in FMC, Operations, and other functions to develop predictive analytics models for risk mitigation and resource optimization.
Support process improvement initiatives and the development of standardized tools and documentation to enhance operational efficiency.
Represent AMSURG in discussions with Center Administrators and industry partners to foster trust and collaboration.
Align integration processes with emerging industry trends and regulatory requirements to maintain AMSURG’s leadership position in ambulatory surgery.
Develop project management tools and resources to support integration efforts.
Serve as the accountable project manager for FMC de novo and other construction projects.
Establish and manage integrated master project schedules across all functional workgroups within the integration process.
Lead project progress reviews, issue resolution, and stakeholder reporting cadence.
Ensure coordination between construction timelines and clinical/operational build-out (equipment, staffing, workflows).
Own Day One readiness, ensuring all operational, clinical, regulatory, and facility components are in place for safe and efficient patient care.
Coordinate go-live activities, including but not limited to: equipment readiness, staffing alignment, workflows, and facility compliance.
Work collaboratively with operations, development teams, and functional leaders to manage expectations with physicians, leadership, and staff.