Director of Design and Construction

What’s Upstate; New York (NY); On-site; USD 153,000 - 229,000; Full time

Job summary

Bassett Healthcare Network in New York is seeking a Director of Design & Construction to lead capital projects across its facilities. This role directs design, permitting, construction, and commissioning while ensuring patient-centered care, safety, and regulatory compliance with NYS healthcare standards.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of healthcare design/construction leadership, familiarity with NYSDOH, OMH, OPWDD, and CON processes, plus strong collaboration with administration and board

Qualifications

• 2 Year/Associate Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or related field, required
• Master's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Business or related field, preferred
• Minimum 5 years experience in design and construction, required
• Proven leadership in managing complex projects, preferably in the healthcare field, required
• Strong understanding of codes, standards, and construction methodologies, required (healthcare related, preferred)
• Experience with government-funded or publicly bid projects, preferred
• Ability to present and communicate with senior leadership teams, including board-level committees, required
• Minimum 5 years healthcare experience, preferred

Responsibilities

• Direct the full lifecycle of capital projects—from feasibility and programming to design, permitting, construction, commissioning, and closeout
• Ensure all projects are delivered on time, within scope and budget, and to the highest safety, quality, and functionality standards
• Manage multiple projects across Bassett’s regional network, including hospitals, outpatient centers, and administrative buildings
• Oversee and coordinate with architects, engineers, and consultants to align designs with clinical and operational needs
• Ensure compliance with NYSDOH Facility Guidelines, FGI Guidelines, and NFPA life safety codes
• Manage and oversee CON plan submissions and regulatory approvals through PHHPC and local departments
• Partner with contractors to supervise site activities and ensure adherence to safety standards, ICRA, and project specs
• Lead financial forecasting, develop cash flow statements, review value engineering opportunities, and drive cost control strategies
• Provide clear project updates to leadership and board-level committees
• Integrate environmental sustainability, energy efficiency, and climate resilience into project planning and design

Skills

Project leadership

Healthcare construction

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

2 Year/Associate Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or related field

Master's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Business or related field

Job description

The best thing about this role

Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.

What you'll do

The Director of Design & Construction will lead all design, planning, and construction for all Bassett Healthcare Network's facilities and infrastructure across its multi-site network. This critical leadership role will manage capital construction and renovation projects, ensuring they support patient-centered care, operational efficiency, and full regulatory compliance with New York State healthcare standards.

The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in healthcare facility project management, including experience with the NYSDOH, Office of Mental Health (OMH), and Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) regulations, as applicable. Reports to the Vice President of Facilities.

1. Project Leadership & Execution
   • Direct the full lifecycle of capital projects—from feasibility and programming to design, permitting, construction, commissioning, and closeout
   • Ensure all projects are delivered on time, within scope and budget, and to the highest safety, quality, and functionality standards
   • Manage multiple projects across Bassett’s regional network, including hospitals, outpatient centers, and administrative buildings
2. Design & Regulatory Coordination
   • Oversee and coordinate with architects, engineers, and consultants to align designs with clinical and operational needs
   • Ensure compliance with New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) Facility Guidelines, FGI Guidelines,and NFPA life safety codes
   • Manage and oversee Certificate of Need (CON) plan submissions and regulatory approvals through the NYS Public Health and Health Planning Council (PHHPC) and local planning and building departments
3. Construction Oversight
   • Partner with contractors, construction managers, and trades to supervise site activities and ensure adherence to safety standards, ICRA, and project specifications
   • Conduct regular site inspections
   • Lead weekly construction progress meetings
   • Support change-order evaluation, claims mitigation, and schedule optimization
4. Financial & Risk Management
   • Develop detailed project budgets and track expenditures throughout the project lifecycle
   • Lead financial forecasting, develop cash flow statements, review value engineering opportunities, and drive cost control strategies
   • Identify, document, and manage project risks and ensure proactive mitigation strategies are in place
5. Stakeholder Engagement
   • Serve as the primary liaison between internal stakeholders (clinical leaders, administration, IT, facilities staff) and external vendors and agencies
   • Provide clear, concise project updates and regularly report to leadership and board-level committees, as requested
6. Sustainability & Resilience
   • Integrate environmental sustainability, energy efficiency, and climate resilience strategies into project planning and design when appropriate
   • Ensure facilities meet modern healthcare delivery requirements and support long-term adaptability

What we need from you

Education:

• 2 Year/Associate Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or related field, required
• Master's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Business or related field, preferred

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years experience in design and construction, required
• Proven leadership in managing complex projects, preferrably in the healthcare field, required
• Strong understanding of codes, standards, and construction methodologies, required (healthcare related, preferred)
• Experience with government-funded or publicly bid projects, preferred
• Ability to present and communicate with senior leadership teams, including board-level committees, required
• Minimum 5 years healthcare experience, preferred

Licensure/Certifications:

• Valid NYS Driver's license, required
• PMP Certification or equivalent, preferred
• LEED Certification or CHC (Certified Healthcare Constructor), preferred
• Licensed Architect or Professional Engineer, preferred

Skills:

• Logical Thinking
• Analysis & Evaluation
• Accountability
• Critical Thinking
• Customer Service
• Reading/Writing/Comprehension
• Conflict Resolution
• Decision Making
• Interacting with People
• Strategic Thinking
• Communication
• Leadership
• Community Relations

Physical Requirements:

• Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 lbs. for force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects
• Occasional balancing, crouching, grasping, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, stooping, fit testing
• Frequent climbing, typing/clerical/dexterity, kneeling, seeing/monitor/computer use, standing, visual acuity, (color, depth, perception)
• Constant hearing, talking, walking

Hazards:

• Occasional bodily fluids/bloodborne exposure, chemical, electrical, mechanical

Working Conditions:

• Occasional vibration, gases, mists
• Frequent extreme temperatures, noise, wet and/or humid, dust, fumes, odors

Travel:

• Extensive Travel - You should expect to travel every week

Total Rewards

Bassett Healthcare Network’s commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include:

• Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability protection
• Retirement benefits including an employer match
• And more!

Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.

Pay Range

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement.

Pay Range Minimum:

USD $152,896.15/Yr.

Pay Range Maximum:

USD $229,344.22/Yr.

We love the difference people bring

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.