Overview
A leading, nationally recognized organization is seeking a Program Management Director to provide executive leadership for complex healthcare capital programs across the United States.
This individual will oversee large-scale healthcare developments, acting in a program leadership capacity on behalf of ownership—guiding planning, design, construction, and delivery to ensure successful outcomes aligned with strategic, financial, and operational goals.
This is a highly visible leadership role requiring strong executive presence, deep healthcare expertise, and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders across large, complex programs.
Key Responsibilities
Program Leadership & Strategy
- Provide executive oversight for large-scale healthcare capital programs, including hospitals, ambulatory facilities, and campus expansions
- Partner with internal leadership, healthcare clients, and financial stakeholders to define program strategy, scope, and delivery approach
- Establish governance structures, communication protocols, and performance expectations across project teams
Predevelopment & Planning
- Support master planning and early-stage development strategy
- Lead development of comprehensive project budgets, including construction, soft costs, and equipment planning
- Provide input during programming and conceptual design to align scope, schedule, and budget
Design & Preconstruction Oversight
- Oversee design teams and ensure coordination across disciplines
- Lead value analysis and cost management efforts
- Guide contractor and consultant selection processes
- Ensure constructability, scope alignment, and schedule integrity
Construction & Delivery
- Monitor overall program performance, including budget, schedule, and risk
- Oversee third-party general contractors and project teams
- Ensure compliance with safety standards, regulatory requirements, and contractual obligations
- Interface with financial partners on funding processes and reporting
Close-Out & Transition
- Oversee project close-out, commissioning, and transition to operations
- Ensure completion of all documentation and post-project evaluations
Client & Stakeholder Management
- Build and maintain strong relationships with healthcare executives, partners, and project stakeholders
- Present program updates and strategic insights to executive and board-level audiences
- Support business development and long-term client engagement efforts
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Business, Healthcare Administration, or related field
- 15+ years of leadership experience in healthcare capital project delivery, program management, or construction
- Experience leading large, complex healthcare projects, including hospitals and/or major campus developments
- Proven experience managing the full project lifecycle from planning through construction and occupancy
- Experience overseeing third-party contractors in a program management or owner’s representative capacity
- Strong understanding of healthcare facility requirements, regulatory standards, and building systems (MEP, life safety, infection control, etc.)
- Demonstrated experience working with executive stakeholders and leadership teams
Preferred:
- Advanced degree (MBA, MHA, or related field)
- Experience with alternative delivery methods (CM at Risk, Design-Build)
- Exposure to complex financing structures (P3, structured finance, or similar environments)
Key Skills & Competencies
- Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, capital planning, and performance tracking
- Executive-level communication and presentation skills
- Ability to lead and align cross-functional teams across multiple stakeholders
- Strategic thinker with the ability to connect project delivery to broader business objectives
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills in complex environments
- Relationship-driven leadership style with a focus on collaboration and trust
Location & Travel
- Flexible base location within the U.S. (preference for major regional hubs)
- Travel required to project sites and stakeholder meetings
If you are interested in learning more about this position, please apply or email me directly at stephanie.galindo@gogpac.com /615.439.2866- All inquiries are strictly confidential.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
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