Jobs · Consulting · California

Principal Health Planner

HDR · San Francisco, CA · 1 wk ago
On-siteConsulting$135k–$229k/yrFull-time

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

  • Project team leadership for Health projects
  • Facility and departmental planning of health and research facilities
  • Aesthetic solution and overall design for large and/or complex projects
  • Analyze client’s needs and conceive/develop architectural solutions
  • Initiate schematic designs/plans and prepare presentation drawings, models and narratives
  • Coordinate all disciplines related to the building design and healthcare planning
  • Represent the firm in business development presentations to prospective clients
  • Provide guidance to other designers and coordinate with engineering disciplines

Requirements

  • Master's degree in Architecture
  • 20+ years' experience in health architecture and planning
  • Extensive knowledge and experience of health architecture planning and design
  • Deep understanding of health facility operations, life safety codes, MEP & structural implications/requirements, and health standards (FGI, JACHO, etc.)
  • Advanced credentials such as ACHA, EDAC, LEED, Lean Six Sigma
  • Strong computer skills (AutoCAD, REVIT, Rhino, Blue Beam)
  • Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project)
  • Experience on large-scale projects
  • Minimum 7 years project management experience
  • Registered Architect
  • Experience leading teams and making client presentations
  • Knowledge of local and regional markets
  • Team leadership, mentoring, motivational/organizational and people skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Willingness to travel

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture
  • 15+ years related experience

Skills

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Proficiency in healthcare planning and design
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement

Pay

The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location.

Schedule

Full-time

Business Class

Health Planning

Job Posting

Apr 28, 2026

Company Beliefs

We believe in fostering a culture of inclusion where each of us is valued and respected, and we strive to make great things possible not only in our community but around the world.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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