Principal, Health Planning
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This individual is responsible for project team leadership for the pursuit and delivery of Health projects with a primary focus on facility and departmental planning of healthcare and research facilities, as well as the aesthetic solution and overall design for projects that are large and/or complex in nature. This individual must be familiar with current trends in health delivery, the impact of new concepts of patient and staff flow as it relates to healthcare planning and the impact of newly emerging technology in clinical equipment and communications in hospitals. Will be expected to meet directly with the client, analyze the client’s needs and conceive/develop architectural solutions commensurate with those needs. Will also initiate schematic designs/plans with responsibility for the preparation of presentation drawings, models and narratives. Additionally, they will provide for the coordination of all disciplines related to the building design and healthcare planning and represent the firm by participating as a key member of the business development team in presentations to prospective clients. Finally they will also 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 architectural, engineering and client’s needs and objectives. Project assignments are largely within the region, but may extend beyond due to personal relationships and particular expertise.
Primary Responsibilities
This individual is responsible for project team leadership for the pursuit and delivery of Health projects with a primary focus on 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. This individual must be familiar with current trends in healthcare delivery, the impact of new concepts of patient and staff flow as it relates to healthcare planning and the impact of newly emerging technology in clinical equipment and communications in hospitals. Will be expected to meet directly with the client, analyze the client’s needs and conceive/develop architectural solutions commensurate with those needs. Will also initiate schematic designs/plans with responsibility for the preparation of presentation drawings, models and narratives. Additionally, they will provide for the coordination of all disciplines related to the building design and healthcare planning and represent the firm by participating as a key member of the business development team in presentations to prospective clients. Finally, they will also 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 architectural, engineering and client’s needs and objectives. Position can be based out of: San Francisco, Los Angeles San Diego, Seattle, or Phoenix. #LI-JF1
Keywords:
- 15+ years experience in healthcare A/E/C industry.
- Must have extensive knowledge and experience of health architecture planning and design.
- Must be capable of leading a healthcare team and making client presentations.
- Strong leadership and team management skills are required. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required. Strong computer skills.
- Must be willing to travel.
- Bachelor's degree in Architecture
- 15 years related experience
- A minimum 7 years project management experience
- Registered Architect
- Must have experience on large-scale projects
- Must be able to lead a team on projects and make client presentations
- Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project)
- Extensive knowledge and experience within the local and regional market
- Strong team leadership, mentoring, motivational/organizational and people skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Must be willing to travel
- 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.
