Health Planner II

Health Planner II

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. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives, and that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward. We are in search of a Health Planner 2 to support our growing Health practice in our Arlington, Virginia and Glen Allen, Virginia offices and continue the legacy of providing our clients and communities with creative design solutions that improve the health and human condition of those they serve. For more than 50 years, HDR has delivered award-winning integrated healthcare planning and design for some of the world's foremost medical centers and health systems. Our global healthcare practice uses evidence-based design methodologies to fully integrate clinical, operational and facility planning to support an organization's strategic objectives in design. HDR has been consistently ranked the #1 Healthcare Design firm because our clients rely on us for the advanced planning, programming and design expertise needed to deliver 21st-century healthcare. Helping our clients imagine the future, and then providing the integrated and forward-thinking services to achieve those goals is the hallmark of our planning and consulting practice. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of the leading health practice of an internationally recognized firm.

In the role of Health Planner II, we'll count on you to:

• Provide planning, design and coordination support on projects
• 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
• Understanding of healthcare trends
• Assist the lead Health Planner in the preparation of presentation drawings, diagrams and narratives
• Assist the coordination of all disciplines related to the building design and health planning
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Architecture
• Strong computer skills (AutoCAD, REVIT, Rhino, MS Office, Blue Beam)
• Architectural registration
• Minimum 5 years' experience in Health Planning
• Advanced credentials desired (e.g. ACHA, LEED, EDAC, etc.)
• Must be willing to travel
• Preference given to local candidates

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or closely related field
• A minimum of 3 years experience in A/E industry
• Strong organizational skills
• Understanding of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, prints, drawings and models
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and flexible
• Knowledge of materials, methods and tools involved in the construction of buildings
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe 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.

Our Commitment 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.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.)

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.