Director, Capital Planning

Company: Health Research Incorporated
Location: Albany
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Applications to be submitted by April 10, 2026 Compensation Grade: M31 Compensation Details: Minimum: $128,290.00 - Maximum: $128,290.00 Annually Positions with a designated work location in New York City, Nassau, Rockland, Suffolk, or Westchester Counties will receive a $4,000 annual downstate adjustment (pro-rated for part-time positions). Department (OC) HFM - Health Facilities Management Job Description: Responsibilities The Director, Capital Planning will be responsible for directing the capital planning and construction program for the New York State Department of Health owned and operated health care facilities. The facilities incorporate over one million square feet of buildings located on over 400 acres of property on five different campuses. The Director of Capital Planning will also make recommendations to Health Facilities Management (HFM) and the facility administrators/chief executive officers regarding a wide variety of issues concerning building design and construction, as well as physical plant maintenance and code conformance. The Director, Capital Planning will have primary responsibility for the physical plant and code aspects for the existing buildings, new programs and renovations. The HFM program has $10 million in ongoing construction each year. Most projects must be designed to meet several sets of codes in addition to local, State and federal health construction codes. Travel, up to 30%, will be required. Travel includes overnights to the facilities and other program areas that may not be served by public transportation. Minimum Qualifications A bachelor’s degree in a related field and seven years of experience in the direction and management of a relevant program; OR an associate’s degree in a related field and nine years of such experience; OR eleven years of such experience. The years of experience must have included policy formulation, program planning, design, implementation, evaluation, and/or allocation of resources. At least five years of experience must have included supervision of staff and program management. A Master's degree in a related field may substitute for one year of experience. Preferred Qualifications New York State license and current registration as a professional engineer or professional architect. Expertise in code compliant construction. Experience as a construction director or professional engineer on hospital or nursing home projects. Experience as a professional health care surveyor and building inspector or health care planner in a state area-wide regulatory or planning agency. Experience as a client representative or facilities management director for at least ten years in a hospital or nursing home or a corporation operating hospitals and/or nursing homes with responsibility for facility planning and development. Conditions of Employment Grant funded position. Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables, is required. Valid and unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S. is required. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Travel, 25-50% of the time, will be required. A valid driver’s license is required for travel to locations not served by public transportation. This position requires occasional work on weekends, after-hours, and holidays. The selected candidate must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the official work location specified in the job posting and must also be located in or willing to relocate to one of the following states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Vermont, or Massachusetts, prior to hire. This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule, with a combination of onsite and remote work. This position may require occasional work on weekends, after-hours, and holidays. HRI participates in the E-Verify Program. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Qualified Individuals with Disabilities/Qualified Protected Veterans www.healthresearch.org About Health Research, Inc. Join us in our mission to make a difference in public health and advance scientific research! At Health Research, Inc. (HRI), your work will contribute to meaningful change and innovation in the communities we serve! At HRI, we are on a mission to transform the health and well-being of the people of New York State through innovative partnerships and cutting-edge public health initiatives. As a dynamic non-profit organization, HRI plays a crucial role in advancing the strategic goals of the New York State Department of Health (DOH), Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center (RPCCC), and other health-related entities. HRI offers a robust, comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including: Health, dental and vision insurance - Several comprehensive health insurance plans to choose from; Flexible benefit accounts - Medical, dependent care, adoption assistance, parking and transit; Generous paid time off - Paid federal and state holidays, paid sick, vacation and personal leave; Tuition support - Assistance is available for individuals pursuing educational or training opportunities; Retirement Benefits - HRI is a participating employer in the New York State and Local Retirement System and offers optional enrollment in the New York State Deferred Compensation Plan. HRI provides a postretirement Health Benefits Plan for qualified retirees to use towards health insurance premiums and eligible medical expenses; Employee Assistance Program - Provides educational and wellness programs, training, and 24/7 confidential services to assist employees, both personally and professionally; And so much more! Work Location Expectations At HRI, the nature of hybrid and onsite work varies by position. Some roles require full onsite presence, while others allow a hybrid schedule. Managers determine the specific telecommuting expectations for each role based on operational needs and job responsibilities. If designated as hybrid, you will divide your time between working remotely and reporting onsite. Regardless of telecommuting status, all HRI employees must live within a reasonable commuting distance of their official work location and must reside in one of the following states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, or Vermont.

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