Senior Healthcare Planner

HDR; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 107,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Employee assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading architecture firm is seeking a Senior Healthcare Planner to lead the planning and design of healthcare facilities in Ottawa, Ontario. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in healthcare planning and design, with a strong background in translating complex requirements into high-quality solutions. This role provides an opportunity to contribute significantly to community well-being and influence the future of healthcare facilities across Canada. Join us to help shape environments that make a difference.

Qualifications

• 9+ years of experience in healthcare A/E, with 6 years in healthcare planning.
• Proficiency with BIM software such as Revit and/or Rhino.
• Experience mentoring and developing multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead healthcare and Long‑Term Care (LTC) planning and design across projects.
• Translate complex clinical and operational requirements into architectural solutions.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients and project teams.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Mentoring

BIM software proficiency

Education

Master’s Degree in Architecture

Bachelor's degree in Architecture or closely related field

Tools

Revit

Rhino

Job description

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 foster a culture of inclusion throughout our 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 architecture is more than designing buildings, it’s about providing solutions to societal challenges and creating stronger, more vibrant communities. As part of our Architecture practice at HDR, you’ll contribute to the design and delivery of spaces and experiences that advance community well‑being around the world. From healing environments and learning spaces to research labs and civic landmarks and infrastructure, your work will directly influence how individuals experience the world around them. We bring together architects, planners, designers, and technical experts to solve complex design challenges with creativity, curiosity, and collaboration. From championing design excellence with an emphasis on resilience and sustainability to pioneering innovative building technologies, your contributions will leave a lasting impact on the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive meaningful change and help define the future of our communities.

Job Description

In the role of a Senior Healthcare Planner, we will count on you to lead the planning and design of healthcare facilities as part of an integrated architectural team. This position is intended for an experienced healthcare planning professional who can work with a high degree of independence, guiding the translation of complex clinical and operational requirements into cohesive, high‑quality architectural planning solutions while providing technical leadership and mentorship to junior team members and contributing to the overall strategic direction of healthcare projects.

In this role, you will:

• Lead healthcare and Long‑Term Care (LTC) planning and design across projects of varying scale and complexity, from early visioning through implementation.
• Independently manage and coordinate healthcare planning activities across multiple projects or major project components.
• Translate complex clinical, operational, and stakeholder requirements into clear, functional, and buildable architectural planning solutions.
• Provide strategic and technical leadership during planning studies, functional programs, test fits, and space planning.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients and project teams on healthcare planning best practices, codes, standards, and regulatory considerations ensuring compliance and design excellence.
• Ensure the quality, consistency, and compliance of all planning deliverables, aligning outcomes with client objectives and organizational standards.
• Collaborate with Project Managers on resourcing, schedules, and work planning on healthcare planning activities to support successful project delivery.
• Mentor and support junior and intermediate staff, fostering professional growth and strengthening planning capabilities within the team.
• Perform other duties as required.

Additional Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Architecture
• EDAC, WELL, LEED, or other applicable certifications.
• 9+ years of experience in healthcare A/E, with 6 years in healthcare planning
• Demonstrated ability to lead and oversee healthcare planning deliverables on large and complex programs or projects.
• Proficiency with BIM software such as Revit and/or Rhino
• Excellent leadership, facilitation, and communication skills
• Expertise with applicable Canadian healthcare facility design standards, including CSA Z800, and building codes.
• Experience mentoring and developing multidisciplinary teams.

Required Qualifications

• 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 the construction of buildings
• Understanding of design techniques, tools and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, prints, drawings and models
• 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.) The pay range for Toronto: $112,000 - $161,000; Ottawa: $107,000 - $153,000; London and Kingston: $102,000 - $146,000

Primary Location

Canada‑Ontario‑Toronto

Other Locations

Canada‑Ontario‑Ottawa, Canada‑Ontario‑Kingston, Canada‑Ontario‑London

Industry

Architecture

Schedule

Full‑time

Employee Status

Regular

BusinessClass

Health ARC

Job Posting

Feb 17, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.