The Director of Facilities Projects & Construction is responsible for the oversight and management of all capital construction renovations, new construction projects and infrastructure upgrades or replacements. As a key leader, the Director will supervise the team of project managers and associate project managers. This team is responsible for scoping projects, leading the design process, and managing construction and occupancy so projects are brought in on-time and on-budget. The Director will work with internal department clients and end-users to develop the scope of their projects and manage expectations through the entire process. The position works under the direction of the Administrative Director of, Facilities, Engineering & Grounds to ensure the development of facilities is consistent with an overall master plan. The Director of Facilities Projects & Construction will work to develop standards and guidelines to meet those objectives.This Director interfaces especially closely with the Director of Facility Operations & Maintenance to ensure compatible and sustainable facility outcomes. As well, the position interacts with several entities and stake holders both internal and external which assist in project planning and scheduling, resource allocation, project accounting and cost control. The Director will serve as a primary technical expert on buildings and construction, providing technical direction, ensuring code compliance, developing internal standards and optimizing utilization of labor, materials and other resources. As well, they will be responsible for construction safety and overall quality of all work performed on site. The position is responsible for the supervision, administrative planning, control and coordination of the management functions of facility construction team in order to achieve quality, financial and customer service objectives of the organization in accordance with all state, federal and accrediting agencies. The Director promotes the organization's philosophy, mission, and values during all interactions with patients, families, visitors, staff, vendors, and the community. Education Bachelor's degree required in, Architecture, Engineering, Building Systems or appropriate related field. Licensure/Certification
- Licensure or professional registration as Architect or Engineer is preferred.
- A Class-A Contractor license, Project Management Professional and/or Certified Healthcare Constructor in addition is desirable.
- Certified Healthcare Facilities Manager preferred.
Experience
- Healthcare, hospital-specific, background.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in healthcare capital construction projects ($1 million plus budget per project) is required.
- 3-5 years in a supervisory leadership role with project teams. Knowledge and experience in organizing, prioritizing and managing teams.
- Experience with management and operation of healthcare facilities is valuable.
Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of International Building Codes, Uniform Statewide Building Codes, and local zoning and building ordinances is required
- Extensive knowledge of Facility Guidelines Institute (FGI) Guidelines, NFPA 101 , NFPA 99, DNV and CMS regulations is preferred.
- Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to effectively manage a team of project professionals
- Ability to provide excellent customer service and responsiveness
- Ability to cultivate consensus among various stake holders
- Ability to manage user group meeting to achieve positive outcomes
- Prepare presentations and present to various stake holders and leadership
- Knowledge of healthcare design and construction process, project management, and the project development process.
- Knowledge of business and management principles involved in leadership, strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership techniques, and coordination or people and resources.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and writing skills including knowledge or rules of composition and rhetoric.
- Ability to work with government agencies, code officials, contractors, stakeholder teams and decision-makers to achieve consensus on design.
- Able to maintain professionalism in high stress situations.
- Organization and prioritization of tasks and initiatives.
- Effective communication.
- Planning and goal setting.
- Ability to anticipate and effectively facilitate developmental planning meetings.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment and decision making.
- Ability to create a culture of engagement in the department
- Ability to work independently to organize and prioritize duties and responsibilities.
Company Information Augusta Health is a mission-driven, independent, nonprofit, community health system located in Fishersville Virginia in Virginia's scenic Shenandoah Valley. Augusta Health offers a full continuum of inpatient and outpatient which includes Augusta Medical Center a 255 bed inpatient facility and Augusta Medical Group which is comprised of 40 practice locations and four urgent care locations. Equal Opportunity Augusta Health recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran or military discharge status, and family medical or genetic information.