David Chacon
About David Chacon
David Chacon serves as the Director of California Planning, Design & Construction at CommonSpirit Health, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive experience in project management and design, having held previous positions at Dignity Health and Kaiser Foundation Health Plan.
Work at CommonSpirit Health
David Chacon serves as the Director of California Planning, Design & Construction at CommonSpirit Health. He has held this position since 2019. In this role, he oversees capital projects valued at $5.0 million or more across all thirty California campuses. His responsibilities include managing projects from the initial planning stages through to Environmental Impact Report approvals and project closeout, ensuring alignment with the organization's multi-billion dollar capital program.
Previous Experience at Dignity Health
Before joining CommonSpirit Health, David Chacon worked at Dignity Health for a total of eleven years. He first served as Area Manager for Design and Construction from 2008 to 2015, where he managed various design and construction projects. He then advanced to the role of Director of Planning, Design & Construction from 2015 to 2019, further contributing to the organization's project management and strategic planning efforts.
Experience at Kaiser Foundation Health Plan
David Chacon has significant experience in project management, having worked at Kaiser Foundation Health Plan as a Senior Project Manager from 1992 to 2008. During his sixteen years in this role, he developed expertise in overseeing various healthcare construction projects, contributing to his comprehensive understanding of the planning and design processes within the healthcare sector.
Education and Expertise
David Chacon holds a Bachelor of Architecture (BArch) degree from Woodbury University. He is certified as an Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development Level A Hospital Inspector, which underscores his expertise in healthcare facility planning and compliance. His educational background and certifications enhance his ability to manage complex construction projects in the healthcare environment.