Sr. Consultant, Facilities and Construction

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Summary:

In this role, you will engage Client stakeholders to identify systemwide aggregation and standardization categories. You will support the ongoing development and integration of our suppliers and their pricing with our customer's design/construction process from conception, planning, design, construction, and closeout. You will also conduct detailed analyses to generate strategic insight and identify performance improvement opportunities for Clients and Clients. Vizient integrates the activities of architects, engineers, third party equipment planners and consultants involved in facilities maintenance and construction projects to create a positive financial outcome for our healthcare Clients.

Responsibilities:

• Establish and maintain relationships with members at various levels including C-suite, supply chain/materials management, facilities, and construction.

• Cultivate and develop both new and existing vendor relationships by understanding the changing marketplace related to facilities and construction.

• Develop relationships and agreements that can effectively articulate the intent and design to the end user to provide member facilities with savings opportunities.

• Manage the initiatives and programs that are developed to enhance membership compliance with the contract portfolio, coordinating between customer supply chain and construction/facilities, as well as other contractors.

• Design and execute project work plans; provide members with status updates; identify, track, and validate savings achieved through program engagement.

• Identify regional aggregation opportunities across multiple customers.

• Negotiate regional/customer-specific contracts with vendors that meet selection criteria in relation to design and construction.Prepare analyses and present recommendations to senior leadership at member locations.

• Review documentation to determine compliance with construction contracts in relation to areas of labor, subcontractors, equipment, and materials.

• Maintain high billability, with a focus on delivery and identification of opportunities for follow-on work as well as high member satisfaction.

Qualifications:

• Relevant degree preferred. Degree in architectural/construction management/engineering/business administration/healthcare related fields strongly preferred.

• 5 or more years relevantexperience required. Experience in consulting and/or analytical experience understanding of both clinical and non-clinical activities and processes within the healthcare industry preferred.

• Experience in architectural/engineering/construction/estimating/medical equipment procurement and logistics required.

• Understanding of healthcare supply chain procurement practices and technology a plus.

• Proficiency in reading construction drawings and specifications preferred.

• Proficient in the use of project management principles, practices, techniques, and tools preferred.

• Excellent verbal, written and presentation communication skills required.

• Ability to travel regularly and expeditiously throughout the year to meet Clients' needs and timetables.

Estimated Hiring Range:

This position is also incentive eligible.

Vizient has a comprehensive benefits plan! Please view our benefits here:

http://www.vizientinc.com/about-us/careers

Equal Opportunity Employer: Females/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The Company is committed to equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, gender identity, ethnicity, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable law.