Health Planner III

CannonDesign; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 73,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled planner to join their innovative team in Minneapolis. This role focuses on providing technical expertise for a significant healthcare project at Mayo Clinic, where you'll collaborate with architects and project leaders to develop cutting-edge solutions. You'll engage with clients and project teams to translate complex planning concepts into actionable designs, ensuring that every detail aligns with the owners' objectives. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact in the healthcare design sector and thrive in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Flexible Spending Account

401k Plan

Paid Time Off

Remote Work Options

Employee Perk Programs

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience with 2 years in health projects as a subject matter expert.
• Must have strong communication skills and technical knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise in programming and planning for healthcare projects.
• Collaborate with teams to optimize planning concepts and client goals.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Client Communication

Independent Thinking

Technical Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Bachelor's degree in Interior Design

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Revit

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

Job description

If you think your skills, experience and aspirations make you a good match for this position, we encourage you to apply. This position can be filled in Rochester, MN or Minneapolis, MN.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This position will have a technical focus, performing as a subject matter expert and planner on a 2.0+ million square foot healthcare facility at Mayo Clinic’s campus in Rochester, MN, under the direct supervision of a Licensed Architect and project leadership.

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Actively seek to further the state of the art within our industry and develop innovative solutions and responses as the needs of researchers evolve.
• Effectively collaborate with a project team to provide technical expertise in the programming and planning for projects.
• Participate in user group meetings to collect and refine program needs and assess space utilization.
• Communicate planning concepts to project teams and owners, verbally and through graphic and written reports and work effectively with architectural designers to optimize plans that further owners’ goals and objectives.
• Translate planning concepts into comprehensible terms for clients, designers and project team members.
• Contribute to the development, modification and/or review of planning concepts and solutions.
• Assist in development of architectural drawings and specifications to translate planning concepts into project documentation for construction.
• Assist in developing project scope, plan, and services during the contract process.
• Incorporate Integrated Sustainable Design solutions into projects.
• Maintain excellent relationships with existing and potential clients.
• May provide guidance and advice to other designers and project leaders.
• Other duties as assigned.

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Engineering or a related degree required.
• Minimum 6 years of related experience, with at least 2 years of previous experience performing as a subject matter expert on health projects.
• Current licensure or registration in the United States preferred.
• LEED accreditation preferred.
• Knowledge of building codes and requirements.
• Must possess working knowledge and experience, while still acquiring higher level knowledge.
• Must be analytical.
• Must be an independent thinker.
• Must have the ability to be client facing with strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong technical knowledge, coordination skills and the ability to build a rapport with the project team and client is essential.
• Familiarity with Revit, Microsoft Office and Bluebeam required.
• Professional business attire is required for client meetings.
• Travel required.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

The salary range for this position to be filled in Minneapolis, MN is $73,800 to $92,200 annually. This salary range is the range we believe is the anticipated range of possible base compensation at the timing of the posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the anticipated salary range for the position. Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonuses. We offer a full benefit package including medical, dental and vision coverage and flexible spending account options and voluntary insurances. We have paid time off, flex-time summer hours, remote work options and a 401k plan and employee perk programs.

ABOUT OUR FIRM

CannonDesign is a design practice where strategy, experience, architecture, engineering, and social impact converge. We don’t just dream up solutions — we create and bring them to life in ways to solve some of the biggest challenges facing our clients and the society. At the heart of everything we do is Living-Centered Design, a bold commitment to using our talents to not just improve the world but to truly reshape it for the better. It’s more than a philosophy — it’s who we are, and it drives us to make a meaningful, lasting difference every day.

ABOUT WORKING HERE

• We are relentless in our pursuit of client adoration (not simply satisfaction). Consistent delivery of the best service is what we are about.
• We are committed to ensuring our practice is equitable for all employees, representative of the communities around us – and focused on the future of design. We advocate for equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts through the leadership of our DEI Council, Employee Resource Groups and other community advocacy initiatives.
• We’re about communication and transparency here. If you want to talk to someone about an idea you have, or a challenge that needs addressing, we’re ready for you.

As a condition of employment, all employees are expected to complete mandatory training, including compliance training, within required timeframes and adhere to our internal policies and our Code of Conduct.

CannonDesign is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CannonDesign is committed to maintaining a work environment that is free from any and all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.