Senior Health Planner

Overview

HDR is seeking a Senior Health Planner to support our growing Health practice and deliver creative design solutions that improve the health and human condition of those served. HDR has delivered award-winning integrated healthcare planning and design for medical centers and health systems for over 50 years. Our global healthcare practice uses evidence-based design methodologies to integrate clinical, operational and facility planning with organizational objectives.

We are committed to collaboration and inclusion as part of our employee-owned culture.

Primary responsibilities and qualifications below reflect the original content, organized for clarity and readability.

• 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
• Understand healthcare trends
• Prepare health planning presentation drawings, diagrams, and narratives
• Assist the coordination of all disciplines related to the building design and health planning
• Mentor junior staff or other interested colleagues in health planning practices
• Perform other duties as needed

• 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)
• Advanced credentials desired (e.g. ACHA, LEED, EDAC, AICP etc.)
• Willingness to travel
• Knowledge and experience of healthcare architecture planning and design
• Ability to make client presentations
• Leadership and management skills
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and flexible
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• 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 construction of buildings
• Understanding of design techniques, tools and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, prints, drawings and models
• Active participation in employee-owned culture is a must

HDR is our company. We build on each other s life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. We value collaboration, trust and connection to clients and communities we serve. As employee owners, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment 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 (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) to foster belonging and engagement.

HDR provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote employee ownership, health, performance and success. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, retirement savings with employer match, employee referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement. Compensation is based on skills, experience, education and location. Example ranges are listed by region.

Locations:
Primary location in Houston, TX with multiple other U.S. locations listed as possible offices.

Industry: Architecture

Schedule:

Full-time

Employee Status:
Regular

Job Posting:
Dec 23, 2025

Equal Opportunity Statement: HDR is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories. Details at HDR s equal employment opportunity policy.

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