Principal Health Planner
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 with all disciplines related to building design and healthcare planning
- Represent the firm in business development presentations
- 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
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Willingness to travel
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Architecture
- 15+ years related experience
Skills
- Leadership and mentoring skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Travel and client interaction
Benefits
Preferred Qualifications: Advanced credentials, extensive experience, and strong computer skills.
Required Qualifications: Master's degree, 20+ years experience, and a minimum of 7 years project management experience.
Pay
The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location.
Schedule
Full-time
Employee Status
Regular
Business Class
Health Planning
Job Posting
Apr 29, 2026
Company Beliefs
We believe in fostering a collaborative culture where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. We support eight Employee Network Groups to create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment.
Company Commitment
We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.