Strong computer skills (AutoCAD, REVIT, Rhino, MS Office, Blue Beam)
Responsibilities
Provide planning, design, and coordination support on healthcare projects
Engage in problem solving and critical thinking to create detailed drawings
Prepare health planning presentation drawings and specifications
Research and administer building projects, applying knowledge of zoning and codes
Mentor junior staff in health planning practices
Coordinate with multiple disciplines for comprehensive building design
Analyze healthcare trends to inform planning and design
Benefits
Employee ownership stake
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
Collaborative work environment
Access to Employee Network Groups
Opportunities for professional development
Flexible work arrangements
Support for wellness initiatives
Full Job Description
We are in search of a Senior Health Planner to support our growing Health 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. For more than 50 years, HDR has delivered award-winning integrated healthcare planning and design for some of the world's foremost medical centers and health systems. Our global healthcare practice uses evidence-based design methodologies to fully integrate clinical, operational and facility planning to support an organization's strategic objectives in design. HDR has been consistently ranked the #1 Healthcare Design firm because our clients rely on us for the advanced planning, programming and design expertise needed to deliver 21st-century healthcare. Helping our clients imagine the future, and then providing the integrated and forward-thinking services to achieve those goals is the hallmark of our planning and consulting practice. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of the leading health practice of an internationally recognized firm.
Primary Responsibilities
In the role of Senior Health Planner, we'll count on you to:
Provide planning, design and coordination support on projects and pursuits
Engage in problem solving, teamwork, critical thinking, mathematical reasoning, and visualization to create accurate and detailed drawings
Prepare drawings and specification documents
Research, plan, design and administer building projects for clients, applying knowledge of design construction procedures, zoning and building codes, and building materials
Understanding of healthcare trends.
Prepare health planning presentation drawings, diagrams, and narratives.
Assist the coordination of all disciplines related to the building design and health planning.
Research, plan, design and administer building projects for clients, applying knowledge of design construction procedures, zoning and building codes, and building materials
Responsible for mentoring junior staff or other interested colleagues in health planning practices
Perform other duties as needed
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in Architecture
Minimum 10 years' experience in Health Architecture
Minimum 7 years' experience in Health Planning
Architectural registration
Strong computer skills (AutoCAD, REVIT, Rhino, MS Office, Blue Beam)
Must have knowledge and experience of healthcare architecture planning and design.
Must be capable of making client presentations
Leadership and management skills are required
Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and flexible
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Architecture or closely related field
A minimum of 12 years related experience
Strong organizational skills
Knowledge of materials, methods and tools involved in the construction of buildings
Understanding of design techniques, tools and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, prints, drawings and models
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
About HDR
HDR is an architecture, engineering, and consulting firm based in Omaha, Nebraska. The company was founded in 1917 as Henningson Engineering Company and has since grown to become one of the largest engineering firms in the United States. HDR provides a wide range of services, including architecture, engineering, environmental consulting, and construction management. The company has worked on a number of high-profile projects, including the Hoover Dam Bypass and the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge. HDR is committed to sustainability and has been recognized for its efforts in this area by organizations such as the U.S. Green Building Council.
