Vice President-Project Planning and Operations

Overview

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 Adult Academic Health Center leadership team in the role of Vice President, Project Planning and Operations.

The Vice President of Project Planning and Operations, Design and Construction, is responsible for leading programming, operational planning, and targeted improvement initiatives for the new IU Health Medical Center Campus. This role ensures the successful translation of the project vision, guiding principles, and design into actionable plans, aligning local, regional, and system stakeholders to achieve sustained operational excellence in the new facilities.

• Drive transformation and deliver key project milestones on time and within budget, advancing IU Health's vision and strategy.
• Partner with AAHC leadership in planning and executing the new medical center development.

• Lead multi-disciplinary project teams to implement change and achieve the vision of the Academic Medical Center.
• Serve as the primary liaison between AAHC Operations, Design and Construction, system functions (IIS, Supply Chain, etc.), and the Executive Steering Team.
• Advocate for AAHC leadership and functional users throughout project planning and delivery.

• Develop and implement best-practice tools and processes for effective project planning and execution.
• Establish key project delivery metrics and performance indicators, including operating expense per square foot, operational KPIs and volume transfer targets.
• Utilize change management methodologies to maximize operational readiness and ensure successful implementation.

• Demonstrate strong leadership capabilities in inspiring teams, problem‑solving, communicating effectively, and executing plans.
• Champion organizational vision and foster collaboration across all levels of the organization.

Reports to:

President - Academic Health Center & Indianapolis Metro Region

• Bachelor's Degree is required. Master’s Degree is preferred.
• Requires 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Requires experience in Hospital Operations, Operational Planning, Process Improvement and Capital Project Planning/Activation.
• Requires experience managing multiple complex projects involving multiple customers.
• Requires experience preparing and adhering to Service Level Agreements with stakeholders/customers.
• Requires knowledge of state and federal laws relative to assigned area.

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, brings 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.