Design Consultant Jobs in Kentucky
Design Consultant jobs in Kentucky are open across Lexington, Louisville, and Pikeville and other Kentucky metros, with employers like University Of Pikeville, University of Kentucky, and Western Kentucky University hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Overview:
The Senior Director of Planning, Design & Construction (PDC) provides executive leadership, strategic direction, and operational oversight for all facility planning, master planning, design, and construction activities across the ARH health system. This leader manages a diverse portfolio of capital projects — from small departmental renovations to major acute-care expansions — ensuring alignment with organizational strategy, regulatory compliance, financial stewardship, patient-centered design, and operational excellence.
Responsibilities:
Strategic Planning & Capital Program Leadership:
- Lead development and execution of ARH’s facility master plans and capital construction roadmap.
- Drive long-range planning for new construction, renovations, expansions, and system-wide redevelopment.
- Provide executive recommendations on prioritization, sequencing, risk mitigation, feasibility, and financial impacts.
Project Delivery Oversight:
- Oversee full lifecycle of capital projects from planning through closeout.
- Ensure project delivery aligns with scope, schedule, budget, and regulatory requirements.
- Establish and enforce project governance, reporting, and change-management standards.
Leadership & Team Management:
- Lead and develop a high-performing team of project managers, designers, and construction staff.
- Build workforce capacity and support a collaborative culture.
- Oversee workload allocation, recruiting, development, and performance management.
Stakeholder Engagement & Communication:
- Partner with clinical, operational, administrative, and executive leaders to ensure environments support care delivery.
- Provide executive-level reporting on project status, risks, and financials.
- Present to system leadership and external agencies.
Financial Stewardship & Contract Management:
- Oversee capital/project budgeting, forecasting, and financial controls.
- Lead procurement strategies, vendor selection, negotiations, and contract execution.
- Ensure transparency and accountability across all project phases.
Regulatory Compliance & Safety:
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local building codes and healthcare facility standards.
- Champion safe construction practices and minimize operational disruption.
Innovation & Design Excellence:
- Promote innovative, patient-centered, and efficient design solutions.
- Evaluate new technologies and sustainability strategies that improve facility performance.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
- Bachelor's degree required (Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field).
- Master’s degree preferred.
- Professional licensure preferred (RA, PE, CHC, CHFM, PMP).
Experience:
- 12–15+ years of progressive experience in healthcare planning, design, and construction.
- Experience managing large-scale, complex capital projects.
- Strong background in healthcare codes, hospital operations, and capital program management.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Deep understanding of construction methodologies, project management, and building systems.
- Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder-management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
- High competency in budgeting, forecasting, contracts, and risk management.
WORK ENVIRONMENT & EXPECTATIONS:
- Requires on-site presence across ARH hospitals and project locations.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
- Represents ARH professionally with regulators, vendors, and community stakeholders.
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Where Kentucky roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Design Consultant Job Market in Kentucky
A snapshot from current Kentucky openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- University Of Pikeville6

- University of Kentucky6

- Western Kentucky University3

- Appalachian Regional Healthcare2

- Berea College2

Top Industries Hiring
- Education22
- Healthcare & Medical Services6
- Technology & Software5
- Construction & Real Estate3
- Manufacturing3
What Kentucky Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in design consultant jobs across Kentucky.
- Bachelor's degree in interior design, graphic design, architecture, or a related field
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD, Revit, or SketchUp depending on specialization
- Portfolio demonstrating completed client or commercial projects across multiple phases
- 3 to 5 years of experience in a consulting, agency, or in-house design environment
- Strong client communication and presentation skills for proposals and project reviews
- NCIDQ certification or equivalent credential preferred for interior design consultant roles
Design Consultant Jobs in Kentucky: Frequently Asked Questions
How many design consultant jobs are there in Kentucky?
There are 52+ design consultant openings in Kentucky on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Lexington, Louisville, and Pikeville. New positions post regularly as employers across Kentucky hire.
Which Kentucky cities have the most design consultant jobs?
Lexington, Louisville, and Pikeville have the most design consultant openings in Kentucky right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire design consultants in Kentucky?
Employers hiring design consultants in Kentucky include University Of Pikeville, University of Kentucky, and Western Kentucky University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote design consultant jobs in Kentucky?
Yes. About 15% of design consultant openings tied to Kentucky are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Kentucky metros.
How do I apply for design consultant jobs in Kentucky?
You can apply to design consultant jobs in Kentucky directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Kentucky location, then apply to each one that fits.
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