Director of Capital Projects

Position Summary:

The Director is a key member of the project team and serves as the hospital's on-site representative on a day-to-day basis, while leading and overseeing capital project(s). The Director must have a good understanding of all aspects of construction, although technical skill in any particular construction trade is not necessary. The Director will maintain a holistic view of the project, while appreciating the details of various parts of the work. The Director will coordinate with, but not replace, the roles of the design team, general contractor, or safety officer. The Director’s responsibility is to ensure alignment with hospital goals and regulatory compliance.

Educational Requirements/Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
2. Minimum of ten years experience on capital projects.
3. Knowledge regarding:
   1. construction practices, methods, costs and materials,
   2. building codes,
   3. workplace hazards and safety regulations (such as OSHA),
   4. life safety plans,
   5. proper procedures for handling and storing hazardous materials,
   6. environmental laws and concerns,
   7. regulations regarding architectural requirements and construction requirements,
   8. building systems and how they work,
   9. construction site administration,
   10. techniques for construction scheduling and phasing,
   11. construction budgeting, financing and accounting
   12. construction site safety requirements.
4. Ability to:
   1. read and understand construction drawings, specifications, and contracts,
   2. understand the results of material testing and sampling,
   3. understand the warranties and conditions which invalidate those warranties,
   4. provide impromptu briefings and reports to visitors and inspectors concerning the status of construction and ongoing activities.
5. Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
6. Basic writing and computer skills.
7. Must have prior experience with construction projects.

Job Type:

Full-Time

Benefits of Working Full-Time at Adirondack Health:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Benefit Time (PTO and Sick days)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Contributions
• And much more

Salary Range:

$130,000 - $150,000 Annual Equivalent