Director Construction Operations

Find your calling at Mercy!

The Director - Construction Operations provides enterprise leadership and standardization for construction activities across all healthcare facilities within the system. Reporting to the Executive Director of Design and Construction, this role oversees field operations, construction safety, quality, contractor performance, and operational readiness for capital projects executed in active clinical environments. The Director ensures consistent construction practices across all regions, protects patient safety, maintains regulatory compliance, and supports efficient, reliable capital delivery.

Position Details:

Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Project Management, or related field.
• Proven experience managing construction in active healthcare environments across multiple facilities or regions.
• Deep knowledge of healthcare construction safety, infection control, and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to lead through influence in a matrixed enterprise.

Preferred Qualifications
• Master's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or Healthcare Administration.
• 3+ years progressive construction leadership experience, including significant healthcare exposure.
• Professional certifications: CCM, PMP, PE, CHC.
• Experience in large hospital systems, IDNs, or academic medical centers.
• Background in major capital programs, central utility plants, or high acuity clinical environments.

Key Competencies
• Enterprise construction operations leadership
• Healthcare safety, infection prevention, and compliance expertise
• Executive-level communication and stakeholder influence
• Contractor performance management
• Systems thinking and continuous improvement mindset

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.