Director-Design and Construction

Our leaders shape strategic initiatives, develop passionate teams, and work to improve health outcomes. They advance our mission and exemplify excellence, compassion, teamwork and purpose in all that they do. Indiana University Health is seeking individuals who embody these values to join our leadership team in the role of Director, Design & Construction. 

The Director of Design & Construction at IU Health leads a high-impact portfolio of capital projects exceeding $600M annually. This role partners with Regional Directors to establish and maintain consistent standards across design, engineering, quality, cost, compliance, and safety. In close collaboration with senior leadership, the Director oversees the planning and execution of projects ranging from $10M to over $100M, while advancing delivery strategies to improve efficiency, quality, and overall value.

Operating in a dynamic, matrixed healthcare environment, this leader defines project scope, schedule, and budget, builds comprehensive roadmaps, and drives execution from concept through completion. The role requires strong collaboration with internal stakeholders—including clinical, academic, and operational teams—as well as external partners such as contractors, vendors, and community or government leaders to ensure alignment and successful outcomes.

This position calls for a strategic, hands-on leader who thrives in complexity, brings structure to ambiguity, and proactively mitigates financial and safety risks. The ideal candidate has a proven track record leading large-scale capital projects, excels in stakeholder management, and builds high-performing teams. This is a rare opportunity to shape a mission-critical portfolio and play a key role in transforming IU Health’s infrastructure.

Key Relationships

Reports to: Vice President-Design and Construction

Candidate Qualifications

Candidates for the position will be evaluated according to the following criteria and competencies.

• Bachelor's degree is required. Master's degree is preferred. 
• 7-10 years relevant experience is required. 
• Requires experience managing complex programs/projects. 
• Requires knowledge of state and federal laws relative to the assigned area. 
• Must have an understanding of the health care market, and can effectively apply this knowledge to the benefit of the System and stated Regional objectives as they apply to facility related projects and studies.

Indiana University Health is unlike any other healthcare system and we're looking for team members who share the things that matter most to us. IU Health leaders play a crucial role in advancing the mission of our organization and inspiring teams to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients. As one of Indiana’s largest employers and the most comprehensive medical system in the state, our vision is to lead the transformation of healthcare through quality, innovation and education, and make Indiana one of the nation’s healthiest states.

IU Health is the largest health system in Indiana with nearly 40,000 team members, 15 hospitals and $8.64 billion in operating revenue. The system’s programs in cancer, cardiovascular, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatrics and transplants have received national recognition for quality patient care. IU Health, in partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine, bring together highly skilled physicians, researchers, and educators into close collaboration to provide world-class care for children and adults and improve the health of patients and communities across Indiana. 

Indiana University Health is dedicated to a fair hiring process and is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination for all individuals, regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender identity, expression, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

• Indiana University Health has nearly 40,000 team members, including more than 3,600 physicians and 1,200 advanced practice providers, and we’re home to the largest nursing network in Indiana with more than 9,000 nursing team members at over 800 sites of care.
• IU Health is ranked No. 1 in Indiana by U.S. News & World Report, Riley Children's Health is ranked among the top children's hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report.
• A unique partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine – one of the nation’s largest medical schools – gives patients access to groundbreaking research and innovative treatments, and it offers team members access to the latest science and the very best training – advancing healthcare for all.
• With 15 hospitals, including seven with Magnet designation and eight with Pathways to Excellence designation, our team members are leading the way through excellence.
• At Indiana University Health, your personal and professional growth is a top priority. You will have access to many diverse opportunities to learn and develop in meaningful ways that matter most to you, such as advanced clinical training, leadership development, promotion opportunities and cross training development.
• Indiana University Health is invested in the lives of Hoosiers, leading the transformation of healthcare to make Indiana one of the nation’s healthiest states.