HEALTHCARE PLANNER - SENIOR

Parkin Architects; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Parkin Architects in Ottawa is seeking a Senior Healthcare Space Planner to lead space planning for healthcare facilities, including hospitals, clinics and medical offices. You will develop strategies, analyze utilization, and create layouts using AutoCAD and Revit, ensuring regulatory compliance and patient safety.

The role requires 7+ years in healthcare space planning, strong knowledge of Canadian healthcare regulations, and excellent communication with clients and project teams.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in space planning, with a focus on healthcare facilities.
• Strong knowledge of healthcare regulations and standards in Canada.
• Proficiency in space planning software such as AutoCAD and Revit.
• Familiarity with building codes and accessibility requirements for healthcare facilities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Understanding of healthcare operations and workflows to inform space planning decisions.
• LEED certification or knowledge of sustainable design principles is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with healthcare clients and project teams to understand space requirements and objectives.
• Develop space planning strategies and concepts for hospitals, clinics, and medical offices.
• Conduct space utilization studies and analyze data to optimize efficiency.
• Prepare space plans, layouts, and diagrams using AutoCAD or other software.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and patient safety standards.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers and other design professionals to integrate space planning.
• Lead and participate in client meetings to present space plans and gather feedback.
• Assist in developing project budgets and schedules for space planning activities.
• Provide guidance to junior staff in space planning.
• Stay updated on industry trends and new technologies in healthcare space planning.

Skills

Space planning

Healthcare design

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Job Summary

The Senior Healthcare Space Planner will be responsible for developing and implementing space planning strategies for healthcare facilities, ensuring efficient and functional use of space to meet the needs of patients, staff, and visitors. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in space planning, healthcare design, and a deep understanding of healthcare regulations and standards in Canada.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with healthcare clients and project teams to understand space requirements and project objectives
• Develop space planning strategies and concepts for healthcare facilities, including hospitals, clinics, and medical offices
• Conduct space utilization studies and analyze data to optimize space efficiency and functionality
• Prepare space plans, layouts, and diagrams using AutoCAD or other relevant software
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and standards, including infection control, accessibility, and patient safety
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, and other design professionals to integrate space planning with architectural and engineering systems
• Lead and participate in meetings with clients, stakeholders, and project teams to present space plans and gather feedback
• Assist in the development of project budgets and schedules related to space planning activities
• Provide expertise and guidance to junior space planning staff members
• Stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies related to healthcare space planning

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or a related field
• 7+ years of experience in space planning, with a focus on healthcare facilities
• Strong knowledge of healthcare regulations and standards in Canada
• Proficiency in space planning software and design tools, such as AutoCAD and Revit
• Familiarity with building codes and accessibility requirements for healthcare facilities
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate space planning concepts to clients and project teams
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment
• Understanding of healthcare operations and workflow to inform space planning decisions
• LEED certification or knowledge of sustainable design principles is a plus