Project Director, Construction

University of Miami - Miami, FL

Full-time - Senior

Miami, FL

Educational Services

About the position

The Project Director, Construction at the University of Miami/UHealth is responsible for managing and overseeing a portfolio of healthcare construction projects using the Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) model. This role focuses on ensuring alignment with UHealth's strategic objectives while maintaining high standards of quality, budget adherence, and schedule management. The Project Director promotes a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement within project teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversees a portfolio of IPD projects, providing strategic direction and supervision of Project Managers (PMs) and Project Coordinators (PCs).
• Implements and maintains program management processes and controls that ensure project alignment with organizational goals.
• Leads project teams, fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Coordinates across multiple stakeholders to develop and refine project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
• Manages the pre-development phase, including site selection, feasibility studies, concept design, and budgeting.
• Oversees the bid and permit management processes, ensuring timely and compliant submissions.
• Ensures robust budget and schedule management across all projects, identifying and mitigating risks proactively.
• Reviews and approves payment applications, ensuring alignment with project progress and contractual terms.
• Leads change management processes, ensuring all modifications are documented, approved, and communicated effectively.
• Coordinates the integration of Medical Equipment, FF&E (Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment), and IT into the design process.
• Facilitates the design review process, ensuring stakeholder engagement and timely approvals.
• Implements Target Value Design (TVD) to achieve cost and value optimization in project outcomes.
• Leads coordination efforts for Requests for Information (RFIs) and issue resolution to maintain project momentum.
• Conducts and manages OAC (Owner-Architect-Contractor) meetings, ensuring effective communication and decision-making.
• Oversees submittal reviews, ensuring compliance with design intent, specifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Ensures quality assurance through regular field inspections, addressing any deviations from project plans or standards.
• Mentors and develops PMs and PCs, fostering a culture of high performance and professional growth.
• Establishes and continuously assesses the effectiveness of the internal controls within the unit and compliance with University policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of business and management principles.
• Ability to direct, manage, implement, and evaluate department operations.
• Ability to establish department goals and objectives that support the strategic plan.
• Ability to effectively plan, delegate and/or supervise the work of others.
• Ability to lead, motivate, develop and train others.
• Commitment to the University's core values.

Nice-to-haves

• Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Tuition remission