VP, Design & Construction - Minneapolis, MN or Remote

UnitedHealth Group • Minneapolis, MN • 17h ago

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The Vice President of Design and Construction is a strategic leadership role responsible for overseeing the planning, design, and execution of construction projects across a global real estate portfolio, with a focus on healthcare environments. This role leads a multidisciplinary team of design professionals and project managers, ensuring alignment with corporate standards, operational needs, and regulatory requirements.

You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. For all hires in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. area, you will be required to work in the office a minimum of four days per week.

Primary Responsibilities:

Leadership & Strategy

Lead and mentor a global team of design professionals, project managers, and construction managers

Develop and implement design and construction strategies that support business objectives and enhance patient and employee experiences

Establish and maintain design standards and occupancy planning protocols across all facilities

Project Oversight

Oversee the full lifecycle of capital projects, from concept through completion, ensuring quality, budget, and schedule adherence

Manage relationships with third-party service providers including architects, engineers, contractors, furniture suppliers, and outsourced project management teams

Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, building codes, and sustainability goals

Stakeholder Engagement

Collaborate with internal stakeholders including operations, clinical teams, finance, and legal to align project goals and outcomes

Serve as a key liaison with executive leadership, providing regular updates on project status, risks, and opportunities

Financial Management

Develop and manage capital budgets for design and construction initiatives

Optimize cost efficiency through strategic sourcing, value engineering, and vendor performance management

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

Drive innovation in healthcare design, construction methods, and workplace planning

Implement best practices and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project delivery and operational performance

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

15+ years of experience in design and construction

5+ years in a senior leadership role with direct and indirect reports

Experience with third-party service providers, both as client and vendor

Experience managing large-scale construction projects with a high volume and complexity of locations

Proven exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Ability to travel internationally as needed

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience within a healthcare organization

Solid knowledge of healthcare design standards, building systems, and regulatory requirements

Experience with global real estate portfolios

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $196,600 to $337,100 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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