Director – Capital Projects, Research, Planning & Design

In this transformative leadership role, you’ll guide the programming and design of innovative environments for the Cancer Center—spaces that empower collaboration, discovery, and the advancement of cancer care. This is your chance to work alongside world-class clinicians, scientists, and operational leaders, shaping flexible, technology-rich settings that foster breakthroughs and support holistic patient and caregiver needs. Be part of a landmark project that will expand Stanford’s impact, elevate the patient experience, and drive excellence in cancer care for years to come.
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* Key Responsibilities:

** This is a high-impact role based in Redwood City, California, requiring deep research planning, design and construction expertise and exceptional leadership skills. Previous experience in academic medicine strongly preferred. is dedicated to transforming cancer care through an ambitious vision that includes expanding clinical trials, innovating patient experience, and building facilities that support translational medicine. The future Redwood City Cancer Center will seamlessly integrate cutting-edge research with comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services, enhancing our bench-to-bedside activities and revolutionizing patient outcomes.

If you are interested in joining Stanford Health Care, please read the job description below and apply online.
* In addition, the Director is responsible for managing a program of projects that forward organizational goals by providing new space and services. Examples are listed below of the type of tasks that require attention within the department today. It is expected that the Director will prioritize and complete tasks commensurate with the benefits to the hospital.
* Assist in establishing organizational goals and performance metrics with the Administrative Director and administer the annual incentive compensation program for subordinate Senior Project Managers, and Project Managers.
* Manage the day to day hospital relationship with local municipalities and other outside jurisdictional agencies such as the Office of Statewide Planning and Development (OSHPD).
* Maintain C-I-Care initiatives applicable to the SHC capital construction program.
* Oversee the preparation of project budgets and departmental operating costs within the guidelines and parameters established by the Chief Financial Officer and agreed to by the Vice President.
* Support the preparation of materials to the Facilities Committee of the Stanford Health Care Board of Directors.
* Actively participate in the campus disaster preparedness (i.e. Earthquake preparedness) and recovery program as applied to facilities coordination.
* Adhere to approved SOPS Plan and dashboard reporting as assigned by the Vice President consistent with goals.
* Develop, review, revise, and approve contracts and invoices for architects, engineers, contractors, vendors for assigned capital project contracts.
* Assist in implementing and maintaining a benchmarking system that forecasts costs for individual and multiple projects.
* Hire, oversee, and develop team members to assure optimal performance and professional growth.
* Communicate project status on a regular cadence thru Vis Walls, Dash Boards and reports.
* Respond to Internal Audit findings.
* Seven (7) years of progressively responsible and directly related work experience, including two (2) years of supervisory responsibility
* Direct hospital construction management experience in California is preferred
* Demonstrated ability to budget, make financial projections including strong analytical skills and ability to prepare meaningful reports for the executive leadership
* The ability to guide and coach subordinate managers toward successful completion of highly complex construction projects within schedule and budget objectives
* Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with widely diverse groups, including individuals at all levels both within and outside the organization and gain their cooperation
* Leadership skills required to handle potentially sensitive situations by applying communication and consultative skills in working with internal and…