Senior Director, Design & Construction — Space Planning

Opportunity for Health; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Pennsylvania, Perelman School of Medicine, seeks a Sr Director of Design & Construction to oversee capital projects across its campus. The role leads a team of project managers, coordinating with university and health system partners to deliver complex renovations and new construction on time and within budget.

The Senior Director will manage program scope, budgets, schedules, and stakeholder communications, ensuring strategic alignment with research, education, and clinical

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering or related field required or equivalent
• 7–10 years of relevant experience; 10+ preferred
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; strong leadership abilities

Responsibilities

• Lead the design & construction team for PSOM capital projects on campus.
• Oversee all phases from concept through occupancy and closeout.
• Establish project management standards, controls and risk mitigation.
• Monitor budgets, schedules, and construction activities; report to senior leadership.
• Coordinate with University Facilities, Health System partners and external vendors.
• Foster sustainable design and alignment with institutional goals.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Budgeting

Communication

Facilities management

Education

Bachelor's degree in architecture/engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

University of Pennsylvania, Perelman School of Medicine, seeks a Sr Director of Design & Construction to oversee capital projects across its campus. The role leads a team of project managers, coordinating with university and health system partners to deliver complex renovations and new construction on time and within budget.

The Senior Director will manage program scope, budgets, schedules, and stakeholder communications, ensuring strategic alignment with research, education, and clinical