Design and Construction Special Projects Director

Job Title

Strategic Leadership for Capital Construction Projects

Provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the planning, design, and execution of capital construction, renovation, and infrastructure projects across the organization's facilities portfolio. This role is responsible for managing strategic projects and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in alignment with organizational standards, sustainability goals, and long-term campus or facilities master plans. Serves as a key liaison among internal stakeholders, executive leadership, consultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies, ensuring consistent project delivery practices and high-quality outcomes.

Duties and Responsibilities Remote Work Capable

Essential Functions:

• Provides leadership of special / strategic projects as assigned
• Ensures consistent application of project management methodologies, design standards, and construction best practices;
  Ensures designs meet organizational standards, regulatory requirements, sustainability goals, and operational need;
  Enforces alignment with Well Span requirements and standards
• Reviews and approves project scopes, schedules, budgets, risk assessments, and delivery strategies;
  Provides oversight of project budgets, cost forecasting, change management, and financial reporting.
• Provides oversight of design and construction activities from concept through closeout;
  Monitors project performance metrics and intervenes as needed to resolve issues related to cost, schedule, quality, or risk.
• Ensures compliance with procurement policies, funding requirements, and contractual obligations.
• Ensures quality control and quality assurance processes throughout design and construction.
• Coordinates with user groups, operations and maintenance staff, finance, risk management, and other internal partners;
  Builds effective relationships with architects, engineers, contractors, inspectors, and authorities having jurisdiction.
• Oversees compliance with applicable codes, regulations, environmental requirements, and organizational policies;
  Ensures construction safety standards and risk mitigation practices are implemented and enforced.

Common Expectations:

• Provides outstanding service to all customers
• Fosters teamwork within Design & Construction, Facilities and project support teams.

Travel Requirements:

• Estimated Amount: 20% - Travel as needed.

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

• Bachelors Degree In Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field. Required

Work Experience:

• 15+ years Experience in facilities design and construction. Required and
• 5 years Experience in higher education, healthcare, government or large institutional environments. Required

Driver's License Statement:

Must possess a valid driver's license in the current state of residence. Driving record must meet requirements established by Well Span Risk Management.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of design and construction delivery methods (e.g., Design-Bid-Build, CM at Risk, Design-Build).
• Ability to manage complex budgets, schedules, and stakeholder relationships.
• Familiarity with sustainability standards such as LEED.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Strategic thinking with strong execution capabilities.
• High level of financial acumen and analytical skills.
• Ability to balance competing priorities across a large project portfolio.
• Proficiency with project management and financial tracking software.

Benefits Offered:

• Comprehensive health benefits
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Education assistance
• Financial education and support, including Daily Pay
• Expanded Paid Parental Leave