What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Healthcare position at Swinerton Builders?
Job Description Summary: We are seeking a seasoned and visionary Director of Healthcare Construction with 15 years of proven leadership to oversee our healthcare market sector based in Atlanta, GA. This high-impact role serves as the primary sector leader, responsible for driving operational excellence across all healthcare construction projects—including safety, quality, schedule performance, financial outcomes, and client satisfaction. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in the healthcare construction market, thrives in dynamic environments, and leads with a proactive, collaborative approach to deliver exceptional results in complex healthcare builds. Job Description: POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Serve as the primary leader for the healthcare construction market sector, driving strategic growth, operational excellence, and client satisfaction. Collaborate with Business Development to identify and pursue new opportunities, expand market presence, and strengthen client relationships. Lead comprehensive project planning efforts, including job start meetings and preconstruction planning sessions. Facilitate the job turnover process from estimating to project teams, ensuring alignment on budget, fee, and scope. Supervise project mobilization and job setup, ensuring teams are properly staffed and equipped with necessary tools and resources. Review contract terms and assist the Operations Manager in negotiations to ensure favorable outcomes. Monitor and manage project financials to maintain positive cash flow and achieve bottom-line profitability. Ensure timely progress payments, job closeouts, and accurate reporting of closed job metrics. Recruit, train, mentor, and oversee construction personnel, fostering a high-performance culture. Conduct formal performance evaluations and ensure team members are aligned with their roles and responsibilities. Promote a collaborative and accountable work environment across all project teams. Recruit, train, mentor, and oversee construction personnel, fostering a high-performance culture. Conduct formal performance evaluations and ensure team members are aligned with their roles and responsibilities. Promote a collaborative and accountable work environment across all project teams. Conduct periodic site visits to monitor progress, enforce safety and quality standards, and report status to the Operations Manager. Ensure timely and accurate submission of management reports and other operational metrics. Support compliance with internal policies, safety regulations, and quality benchmarks across all healthcare projects. Assist the Division Manager with non-operational functions as needed to support broader business objectives. MINIMUM SKILLS OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: 15 years of progressive experience in commercial construction, with a strong emphasis on healthcare projects (e.g., hospitals, outpatient facilities, medical office buildings). Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field. Familiarity with healthcare safety and infection control protocols. LEED Accreditation or experience with sustainable building practices is a plus. Proven track record of leading large-scale, complex healthcare construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. Demonstrated success in managing cross-functional teams, subcontractors, and client relationships. Experience in contract negotiation, risk management, and financial oversight of multi-million-dollar projects. Familiarity with regulatory requirements and healthcare-specific building codes (e.g., AHCA, NFPA, FGI Guidelines). Strong leadership capabilities with experience in mentoring, coaching, and developing high-performing teams. Skilled in conflict resolution, decision-making, and fostering a collaborative team culture. Experience conducting formal performance evaluations and managing personnel development. Proficiency in construction scheduling tools (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project) and project management platforms (e.g., Procore, CMiC). Deep understanding of cost control systems, budgeting, and forecasting. Ability to interpret and manage construction documents, specifications, and contracts. Knowledge of safety standards, quality control procedures, and compliance protocols. Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build and maintain client relationships. Experience in proposal development, presentations, and supporting business development efforts. Ability to represent the company in industry events, client meetings, and strategic planning sessions. SUMMARY OF BENEFITS: This role is eligible for the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company matching, Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), individual stock ownership, paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, bereavement leave, employee assistance program, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, basic term life insurance and AD&D, business travel accident insurance, short and long term disability, financial wellness coaching, educational assistance, Care.com membership, ClassPass fitness membership, and DashPass delivery membership. Voluntary benefits include additional term life insurance, long term care insurance, critical illness and accidental injury insurance, pet insurance, legal plan, identity theft protection, and other voluntary benefit options. Swinerton provides commercial construction services throughout the United States, delivering innovative solutions and outstanding service to our customers for time-tested buildings and facilities. Over our 136-year history, Swinerton has earned a strong reputation as the Premier Builder in the West. As a 100% employee-owned quality contractor, we hire the best people, give them exceptional training, and provide robust opportunities for professional growth. Swinerton has built a strong reputation as an employee-owned quality contractor. We hire the best people, give them exceptional training and provide them with the opportunities and the responsibilities that allow them to learn and develop professionally. Swinerton values and recognizes our employees as the essential ingredient to our lasting success. As a 100% employee-owned company, we invest greatly in the personal and professional well-being of our people. Together, we have created an excellent place to work; when people join Swinerton, they tend to stay. We strive for a positive work environment that encourages outstanding performance while making room for fun. We also believe that happy, healthy employees lead to a highly productive company, and we are proud to offer a robust benefits package to support individual and collective success. www.swinerton.com Swinerton is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Minority, Women, Disability, and Veteran Employer. Our Company is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We have a commitment to provide equal hiring, training, compensation, promotion, transfer, layoff and recall benefits to all individuals without regard to gender, race, color, religion, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, marital or domestic partner status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal or state laws or local ordinance or regulation. We are committed to the safety and security of everyone interested in our company–including those who visit us online. 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