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About the Role
Lead the planning and design of healthcare facilities as part of an integrated architectural team. This position is for an experienced healthcare planning professional who can work independently, guiding the translation of complex clinical and operational requirements into cohesive, high-quality architectural planning solutions while providing technical leadership and mentorship to junior team members and contributing to the overall strategic direction of healthcare projects.
Responsibilities
- Lead healthcare and Long-Term Care (LTC) planning and design across projects of varying scale and complexity, from early visioning through implementation.
- Independently manage and coordinate healthcare planning activities across multiple projects or major project components.
- Translate complex clinical, operational, and stakeholder requirements into clear, functional, and buildable architectural planning solutions.
- Provide strategic and technical leadership during planning studies, functional programs, test fits, and space planning.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to clients and project teams on healthcare planning best practices, codes, standards, and regulatory considerations ensuring compliance and design excellence.
- Ensure the quality, consistency, and compliance of all planning deliverables, aligning outcomes with client objectives and organizational standards.
- Collaborate with Project Managers on resourcing, schedules, and work planning on healthcare planning activities to support successful project delivery.
- Mentor and support junior and intermediate staff, fostering professional growth and strengthening planning capabilities within the team.
- Perform other duties as required.
Requirements
- 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
Skills
- Demonstrated ability to lead and oversee healthcare planning deliverables on large and complex programs or projects.
- Proficiency with BIM software such as Revit and/or Rhino
- Excellent leadership, facilitation, and communication skills
- Expertise with applicable Canadian healthcare facility design standards, including CSA Z800, and building codes.
- Experience mentoring and developing multidisciplinary teams.
Experience Level
- 9+ years of experience in healthcare A/E, with 6 years in healthcare planning
Education Level
- Master's Degree in Architecture
- EDAC, WELL, LEED, or other applicable certifications.
- Bachelor's degree in Architecture or closely related field
About the Company
- At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day.
- We believe architecture is more than designing buildings, it’s about providing solutions to societal challenges and creating stronger, more vibrant communities.
- As part of our Architecture practice at HDR, you’ll contribute to the design and delivery of spaces and experiences that advance community well-being around the world.
- From healing environments and learning spaces to research labs and civic landmarks and infrastructure, your work will directly influence how individuals experience the world around them.
- We bring together architects, planners, designers, and technical experts to solve complex design challenges with creativity, curiosity, and collaboration.
- From championing design excellence with an emphasis on resilience and sustainability to pioneering innovative building technologies, your contributions will leave a lasting impact on the built environment.
- This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive meaningful change and help define the future of our communities.
- 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.
- 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.