Senior Healthcare Architect

ZGF Architects; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Healthcare Architect to lead transformative healthcare projects in Vancouver. This role emphasizes design excellence and clinical functionality, requiring a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of Canadian healthcare regulations. You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to create innovative and efficient healthcare environments that prioritize patient and staff wellness. Join a culture that values creativity, mentorship, and work-life balance, while making a direct impact on community health through your designs.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Growth Opportunities

Hybrid Flexibility

Work-Life Balance

Mentorship Programs

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in healthcare architecture required.
• Proficient in Canadian healthcare codes and standards.
• Adept in leading meetings and presenting to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and design of hospitals and clinics.
• Champion design integrity while meeting healthcare regulations.
• Mentor junior designers and foster a culture of learning.

Skills

Healthcare Architecture

Canadian Healthcare Codes

Design Excellence

Project Management

Communication Skills

Innovation

Education

Licensed Architect

10+ years in Healthcare Architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Construction Management Software

dRofus

Job description

Transforming Canadian Healthcare Spaces Through Design and Innovation

We are seeking a Senior Healthcare Architect with 10+ years of experience who thrives at the intersection of design excellence, clinical functionality, and project execution. Based in Vancouver, B.C, this role offers a unique opportunity to lead the planning and realization of transformative healthcare environments grounded in Canadian standards while embracing a design-forward, multi-disciplinary practice culture.

Our ideal candidate is both strategic and pragmatic—someone who brings a sharp eye for spatial efficiency, a deep understanding of healthcare regulations in Canada, and a passion for creating places that support healing, staff wellness, and community connection.

As a Senior Healthcare Architect, you will…

• Lead the planning and design of hospitals, clinics, and complex healthcare environments from concept to construction.
• Champion design integrity and clinical planning while meeting the functional and regulatory demands of healthcare delivery in Canada.
• Facilitate user group meetings and integrate clinical workflow insights into efficient and intuitive spatial solutions.
• Collaborate across disciplines—including architecture, interiors, and planning—to ensure a holistic approach to patient-centered care environments.
• Establish and maintain project criteria, communicate it to project teams, and manage projects effectively while ensuring design intent is maintained throughout all project phases.
• Provide technical oversight through design development, construction documents, and contract administration.
• Stay ahead of evolving standards in infection control, accessibility, and sustainability, including LEED and WELL.
• Mentor junior designers and foster a culture of continuous learning and creative exploration.

Qualifications

• A licensed Architect (or eligible for licensure in Canada), with 10+ years in healthcare architecture.
• Experienced in Canadian healthcare codes, CSA standards, and operational requirements of medical facilities.
• A confident communicator who can lead meetings, present to clients and stakeholders, and advocate for design excellence.
• Adept at balancing innovation with feasibility, translating big-picture vision into functional, buildable solutions.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and familiarity with construction management software and dRofus a preferred asset.
• Passionate about design, performance, and contributing to a culture of collaboration, curiosity, and impact.

Why Join Us?

• Work on high-impact healthcare projects that directly serve communities.
• Join a team that believes in design as a tool for wellness, innovation, and access.
• Grow within a studio culture that values creativity, mentorship, and cross-disciplinary synergy.
• Enjoy a competitive salary with growth opportunities, hybrid flexibility, and commitment to work-life balance.

Base Salary Range

$110,000/yr – $140,000/y CAD