Health Planner 2

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 125,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A prominent planning and design firm is seeking a Health Planner II to provide planning, design, and coordination support on healthcare projects. This role requires a Master’s degree in Architecture and at least 5 years of relevant experience, with a strong commitment to collaboration and problem-solving. The ideal candidate will understand healthcare trends and be detail-oriented. The position is full-time in Houston, Texas, offering an inclusive work environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

5+ years in healthcare architecture, with 3 years as a health planner.
3+ years experience in A/E industry.
Strong understanding of healthcare trends.
Must be willing to travel.

Responsibilities

Provide planning, design, and coordination support on projects.
Prepare drawings and specification documents.
Engage in problem-solving and teamwork to create accurate detailed drawings.
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

Skills

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Self-motivated

Understanding of design techniques

Knowledge of construction materials

Education

Master's degree in Architecture

Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related field

3 years experience in A/E industry

5 years healthcare architecture experience

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?

Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

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.

Health Planner II Responsibilities

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
A minimum of 5 years of experience within the healthcare architecture field, with 3 years exclusively as a health planner
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.

Primary Location

United States‑Texas‑Houston

Industry

Urban Design, Planning, Landscape Architecture

Schedule

Full‑time

Employee Status

Regular

BusinessClass : Health Planning

Job Posting

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employee.