Vice President of Properties & Construction
Otterbein SeniorLife is seeking a Vice President of Properties & Construction to provide enterprise leadership for Otterbein's real estate portfolio, facilities strategy, capital planning, construction, renovations, and long-term infrastructure investments. This role advances organizational growth and sustainability by developing property strategies, leading capital initiatives, ensuring responsible stewardship of physical assets, and aligning facility investments with Otterbein's mission and strategic priorities.
Reporting to the Executive Vice President, the Vice President of Properties & Construction partners closely with senior leaders, ministry leaders, and external partners to evaluate opportunities, manage risk, support growth, and execute complex capital projects across the organization. The successful candidate will balance strategic vision with operational execution, build organizational capability, and foster a One Otterbein approach to facilities, development, and capital investment.
Description
Lead Property, Capital, and Facilities Strategy
- Develop and execute enterprise property, facilities, infrastructure, and capital strategies that support organizational growth, operational excellence, and long-term sustainability.
- Advise executive leadership on portfolio performance, investment priorities, capital allocation, and property-related risks and opportunities.
- Evaluate and recommend priorities for acquisitions, expansions, redevelopment, renovations, and asset optimization.
Advance Real Estate and Development Initiatives
- Lead evaluation and execution of real estate transactions, development projects, and growth opportunities.
- Direct feasibility analyses, due diligence, financial evaluations, and strategic partnerships that support organizational growth and mission advancement.
- Represent Otterbein in relationships with developers, brokers, consultants, governmental agencies, and other external stakeholders.
Oversee Construction and Capital Project Delivery
- Provide executive oversight of construction, renovation, infrastructure, and development projects from planning through completion.
- Ensure projects meet expectations for quality, safety, resident experience, operational effectiveness, schedule, budget, and regulatory compliance.
- Establish governance, accountability, and performance standards for internal teams and external partners.
Ensure Asset Stewardship and Financial Performance
- Lead long-range capital planning, facilities investment, asset management, and infrastructure renewal efforts.
- Oversee capital budgets, project financial performance, risk management, and reporting processes.
- Promote data-driven decision-making, operational reliability, and continuous improvement across the property portfolio.
Executive Leadership and Organizational Partnership
- Serve as a strategic advisor to executive and ministry leaders on properties, facilities, construction, and capital investments.
- Build alignment across ministries and functions to support enterprise priorities and informed decision-making.
- Develop high-performing teams and foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and service excellence.
Required Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Real Estate Development, Business Administration, or related field.
- Preferred: Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA) or related field; Professional certifications such as PMP, CCM, PE, LEED, or equivalent
- Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.
- 10+ years of leadership experience in construction, facilities, real estate, or property development (healthcare, senior living, or other multi-site environments preferred).
- 5+ years leading multi-site teams, managing leaders, and supporting executive leadership.
- Demonstrated experience overseeing large-scale capital projects and construction programs and financial performance.
- Proven track record of vendor, contractor, and consultant management.
- Experience developing and implementing strategic plans aligned with organizational objectives such as growth initiatives, acquisitions, renovations, or new market expansions.
- Location: In-office based out of Lebanon OH.
BENEFITS*
Health & Wellness
- Medical Insurance with free virtual doctor visits
- Vision & Dental Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support
Financial Security
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match
- Paid Time Off (PTO) that accrues immediately from day one
- Paid Holidays for a healthy work-life balance
- Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year for ANY field of study
- Tuition Discounts through exclusive partnerships with the University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Hondros College
- Employee-Sponsored Crisis Fund available for those facing unforeseen challenges
- Legal & Identity Theft Protection
Growth & Development
- University Partnerships with University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Hondros College for exclusive tuition discounts
- Multiple Partner Discounts available for various products and services through Access Perks
- Access to 1,000s of hours of personal and professional development material through RightNow Media @ Work