Senior Vice President, Planning, Design and Construction

Job Title: Senior Vice President

Location: System Business Office

Department Name: Plant Operations

Req #: 0000219444

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $250,000.00 - $450,000.00 per year

Pay Transparency: The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Senior Vice President, Planning, Design and Construction

Job Overview:

The Senior Vice President (SVP) of Planning, Design and Construction is responsible for leading the strategic visioning, design, and delivery of all major capital construction projects across the health system. This role oversees master facility planning, architectural and engineering design, and the execution of complex construction projects from concept through occupancy. The SVP will ensure that projects align with the organization's mission, clinical priorities, and financial objectives while fostering innovation, efficiency, and collaboration.

Reports to:

• The Senior Vice President (SVP) of Planning, Design and Construction reports directly to the Executive Vice President of Facilities Management and Real Estate Development, RWJBarnabas Health.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field required; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 20 years of progressively responsible experience in managing large-scale, complex construction projects, ideally in healthcare or similarly regulated industries.
• Proven track record of leading projects exceeding $500 million in capital value.
• Strong background in both planning/design and construction management, with the ability to bridge vision and execution.
• Experience working with or for large construction management firms, architectural practices, or owner's representative organizations preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to lead diverse teams and collaborate with senior executives, clinicians, regulators, and community stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Deep understanding of regulatory approvals, permitting, and healthcare construction requirements.

Essential Functions:

• Strategic Leadership
  • Provide executive oversight for planning, design, and construction functions across the health system's capital portfolio.
  • Develop long-term facility strategies in coordination with executive leadership, clinical leadership, and community stakeholders.
  • Drive innovation in healthcare design to support patient experience, operational efficiency, and future growth.
• Planning and Design
  • Lead master planning efforts and ensure facility plans align with strategic goals.
  • Oversee design development and ensure projects meet functional, aesthetic, and sustainability standards.
  • Evaluate constructability, budget adherence, and schedule feasibility during design phases.
• Construction and Project Delivery
  • Provide executive oversight of all major construction projects, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
  • Establish project governance, reporting structures, and risk management processes.
  • Lead relationships with construction managers, architects, engineers, and external partners.
• Team and Organizational Development
  • Mentor and develop a high-performing team of planning, design, and construction professionals.
  • Foster collaboration between Planning and Design and Project Delivery groups, ensuring seamless handoffs and integration.
  • Represent the department to senior leadership, the Board, and external stakeholders.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon
• ....and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey-whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.