Health Planner

Health Planner

HDR is in search of a Health Planner to join our growing practice and continue the legacy of providing our clients and communities with creative design solutions that improve the health and human condition of those they serve. Ranked #1 in the World Architecture 2021 annual list of top healthcare design firms, HDR is a leader in innovative planning and design, client service and thought leadership on health projects globally and throughout the region. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of the leading health practice of an internationally recognized firm.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the facility and departmental planning of health and research facilities, as well as the aesthetic solution and overall design for projects that are large and/or complex in nature.
• Familiar with current trends in healthcare delivery, the impact of new concepts of patient and staff flow as it relates to medical planning and the impact of newly emerging technology in medical equipment and medical communications in hospitals.
• Meet directly with the client, analyze the client's needs and conceive/develop architectural solutions commensurate with those needs.
• Initiate schematic designs/plans with responsibility for the preparation of presentation drawings, models and narratives.
• Provide for the coordination of all disciplines related to the building design and medical planning and represent the firm by participating as a key member of the business development team in presentations to prospective clients.
• Provide guidance to other designers and work with the various engineering disciplines throughout the schematic and design development phases to ensure that the solution accommodates the engineering needs and the owner's program.

Project assignments are largely within the defined region, but may extend beyond due to contact and particular expertise.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Architecture.
• Architectural registration or currently in the process of obtaining.
• Advanced credentials desired (e.g. ACHA, LEED, EDAC, etc.)
• 10+ years' experience in healthcare A/E/C industry.
• Must have extensive knowledge and experience of healthcare architecture planning and design.
• Must be capable of leading a healthcare team and making client presentations.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of the local and regional healthcare market a plus.
• Strong computer skills (AutoCAD, REVIT, MS Office)
• Must be willing to travel.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or closely related field.
• A minimum of 3 years experience in A/E industry.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Understanding of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, prints, drawings and models.
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and flexible.
• Knowledge of materials, methods and tools involved in the construction of buildings.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

What We Believe:

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment:

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement.

The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.)

Primary Location: United States-California-Los Angeles

Other Locations: United States-California-San Diego

Industry: Architecture

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

Business Class: Health Planning

Job Posting: Mar 28, 2025

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.