Vice President of Planning, Design and Construction

The Vice President of Planning, Design and Construction is responsible for leading and overseeing all phases of real estate development and design at Presbyterian Senior Living. This includes the visioning, planning, architectural design, construction, and project delivery for new developments, campus repositioning efforts, and capital improvement projects. The VP ensures that developments align with strategic priorities, reflect high-quality design standards, and are completed on time and within budget.

• Lead long-term community and real estate planning that aligns with PSL’s strategic plan. Develop and uphold design guidelines that reflect PSL’s mission, values, and customer expectations.
• Direct all phases of development and construction projects—from concept through completion. Develops budgets in conjunction with VP of Finance - Affordable Housing and Development, and construction and design professionals. Leads project management to ensure projects meet design standards, timelines, and budgets.
• Review and approve design concepts, architectural drawings, and construction documents to ensure they support resident-centered design, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance.
  
  
• Lead construction administration, cost control, quality assurance, and coordination with contractors and consultants. Ensure compliance with contract deliverables and safety standards.
  
  
• Oversee the capital project budgeting process in partnership with Operations and Finance. Ensure budgets reflect accurate estimates and are proactively managed through each project phase.
  
  
• Work cross-functionally with operations, sales/marketing, clinical teams, and executive leadership to ensure design solutions support organizational priorities.
  
  
• Ensure projects meet all local, state, and federal regulations and secure necessary permits and approvals.