Healthcare Planner

HMC Architects • Full-time • San Diego, CA, US • $75.44k - $109.54k / year • 1m ago

Who We Are

HMC Architects is an employee-owned design firm with an inherent desire to make a difference in our communities. As a purpose-driven brand based on values, our mission to “design for good” drives everything we do. And our ownership culture creates alignment and increased commitment to that mission, keeping us on track to being successful.

What We Do

Founded with the purpose of anticipating community needs, HMC aims to create designs that have a positive impact, now and into the future. We focus primarily on opportunities to have the most direct contribution to communities–through healthcare, education, and civic spaces.

Job Summary

We are seeking an organized and detail-oriented Associate Healthcare Planner to join our team. In this role, you will manage all phases of the planning process for small-scale healthcare projects, working closely with a Senior Healthcare Planner. You will help solve architectural programming and planning challenges, develop space programs, and create functional narratives. The ideal candidate has strong client-facing skills and can effectively direct and monitor planning activities.

The position is based in either the Los Angeles, San Diego, or San Jose HMC office. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement with flexible hours, requiring three days in the office and the option to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays.

Responsibilities

Review project documents to ensure quality, coordination, and compliance with deliverable requirements across all phases
Collaborate with project team and clients to review and approve changes
Ensure design intent is maintained through all project phases in collaboration with the design team
Integrate design principles with project goals and maintain design integrity throughout
Draft meeting minutes and professional correspondence
Support senior healthcare planner in supervising and delegating work
Work with staff to achieve project objectives and resolve planning issues alongside the project manager during construction document preparation
Promote design quality and foster collaborative design processes
Perform departmental planning, including blocking and stacking of spaces, to optimize functionality and workflow
Assist with programming, planning, and feasibility analysis in coordination with the project design team
Interpret applicable building codes and ensure compliance in all planning and design activities
Document planning and design work in Revit
Participate in office planning/design charrettes
Estimate and manage hours for assigned tasks, ensuring completion within budgeted time
Collaborate effectively with design and production staff
Develop plans of action with supervisors to resolve project-related issues
Attend professional activities outside the office to support professional development and networking
Participate in project marketing interviews and assist in preparing interview materials
Coordinate with team members and consultants to identify and resolve conflicts and discrepancies
Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements

Architectural degree from an accredited university preferred or equivalent demonstrated proficiency
Minimum of five (5) years of architectural experience, including at least two (2) years in healthcare planning
Proficiency in departmental planning, blocking and stacking, and code interpretation
Working knowledge of applicable building codes
Understanding of healthcare construction costs, systems, and logistics; ability to assist the project manager with value analysis
Awareness of LEED principles and their application in programming
Self-motivated with the ability to take on new responsibilities and challenges
Strong time-management skills; able to set goals, prioritize tasks, and manage workload efficiently
Proficiency with graphic tools and software to effectively present concepts and programs
Ability to organize and deliver design presentations under the supervision of a Senior Healthcare Planner
Skilled in delegating tasks respectfully and appropriately
Demonstrates sound judgment; makes timely, informed decisions while including the appropriate team members in the decision-making process
Strong active listening and professional communication skills
Ability to keep design teams and clients updated on project status
Excellent interpersonal skills; able to build productive and cooperative relationships
Proactive in seeking clarification on assignments when unclear

The salary range for this position is $75,435 - $109,543

The actual salary offered for this position will vary depending on multiple factors including the candidate’s qualification, education, position knowledge, work experience, skills, ability, work location, and internal incumbent compensation for similar roles. We do not anticipate individuals hired into this position will start at or near the top half of the range listed; the decision will be based on each individual case. The salary range listed above does not include other compensation elements such as discretionary bonus opportunities, employee stock ownership grants, paid time off, medical insurance, and other wage and benefit opportunities.

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