Vice President, Design & Construction - Eden Prairie, MN or Remote

UnitedHealth Group is a health care and well-being company that's dedicated to improving the health outcomes of millions around the world. We are comprised of two distinct and complementary businesses, UnitedHealthcare and Optum, working to build a better health system for all. Here, your contributions matter as they will help transform health care for years to come. Make an impact with a diverse team that shares your passion for helping others. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The Vice President, Design and Construction will oversee the strategic planning, design, and execution of construction projects. This role is responsible for ensuring that all projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. The VP will lead a team of professionals and collaborate with various stakeholders to drive innovation and excellence in design and construction.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement strategic plans for design and construction projects
• Project Management: Oversee the management of construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards
• Design Leadership: Provide leadership and direction in the design phase, ensuring innovative and sustainable design solutions
• Quality Assurance: Establish and maintain quality control processes to ensure the highest standards of construction
• Budget Management: Manage project budgets, including cost estimation, tracking, and reporting
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including architects, contractors, and regulatory agencies
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks associated with construction projects
• Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of design and construction professionals

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:

• Relevant certifications in project management, design, or construction
• 15+ years of experience in design and construction, with at least 7+ years in a senior leadership role
• Proven solid project management skills, excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, proficiency in design and construction software, and a proven track record of successful project delivery

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current or prior experience on the Real Estate team
• Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire teams
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and execute strategic plans
• Innovation: Solid focus on innovation and sustainable design
• Collaboration: Excellent collaboration and stakeholder management skills
• Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing project requirements and drive change

*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.

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.