Director, Construction

Dayton Children's; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Dayton Children's in Dayton, OH seeks a Director of Construction responsible for planning, procurement, project management, and scheduling across two campuses and 31 off-site locations. You will guide departments, set standards, manage budgets, and drive safe, compliant project delivery while coordinating with clinicians, administrators, and vendors.

Preferred candidates hold a Bachelor's degree or higher with 7+ years in healthcare facilities management or construction management, deep

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Construction Management or related field.
• 7–10 years of project or construction management experience.
• Effective communication and time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with diverse stakeholders.
• Preferred Bachelor's degree or higher; healthcare/medical facilities exp.
• Knowledge of project cost accounting and scheduling principles.
• Familiarity with facility planning software and related tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction activities including planning, purchasing, subcontracting, and scheduling.
• Develop departmental plans, budgets, and schedules and ensure timely delivery.
• Collaborate with contractors, vendors, leaders, and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, infection control, safety programs, and codes.
• Lead a team across multiple campuses and off-site locations.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree or higher (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Facility: Dayton Children's - Main Campus Department: Building Services Schedule: Full time Hours: 40

Job Details: Reporting to the Corporate Director of Facilities, the Director of Construction has operational responsibility for construction activities, including planning, materials purchasing, subcontracting, project management, status reporting, and scheduling. The Director develops departmental plans, processes, system standards, budgets, and schedules, and directs their implementation to achieve departmental goals and optimize construction delivery. The Director collaborates with contractors, vendors, Dayton Children’s leaders, and stakeholders to advance construction projects and ensure effective project delivery. The Director ensures the department and its projects comply with applicable regulations, code requirements, hospital-wide infection control standards, interim life safety protocols, and safety programs and policies. The Director leads a team that includes one manager, three project coordinators, one supervisor, and approximately seven technicians across two large campuses and 31 off-site locations.

Department Specific Job Details: Required Qualifications Associate's degree; preferably in Construction Management or Business, or related field in related discipline. 7-10 years of project or construction management Competency with Microsoft Office suite applications Effective communication and time management skills Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with a wide variety of stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree or higher. 7+ years’ experience preferred in healthcare facilities management or construction management. Knowledge of TJC/CMS Physical Environment Standards Project or construction management Prefer knowledge of project cost accounting and work scheduling principles Prefer proficiency with software programs as they relate to facility planning, project management and scheduling, budget and cost accounting

At Dayton Children's, we believe that each moment counts with our patients, families, and with each other. We are moving at a fast pace and are looking for the right talent for our team at Dayton Children's. We want people who embody our values and want to become a part of the Dayton Children's difference.

Our values: We commit to safety - We ensure every action and decision prioritizes the safety of patients, families, and employees. We serve with compassion - We bring generosity, empathy, and kindness to all interactions. We own every moment - We take pride in everything we do. We’re better together - We collaborate, communicate, and support one another to deliver optimal care. We innovate with purpose - We adapt and change to improve pediatric care, for today and tomorrow. We value and respect each person - We create an inclusive space where everyone feels welcome and respected.

Dayton Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity and will not discriminate against minorities, women, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, or based on age, color, gender identity, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or transgender status.