Healthcare Architect

Cushing Terrell; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Cushing Terrell invites a Senior Healthcare Architect to join our team in Billings. You will work with senior architects and project managers to develop design concepts, create plans, and prepare presentation drawings and models for healthcare projects.

You will lead design development, collaborate across disciplines, and oversee documentation, cost estimates, and construction administration. This role emphasizes client interaction and regulatory knowledge within a multidisciplinary firm.

Qualifications

• Accredited architecture degree or equivalent experience.
• 10 years’ experience in architecture with a minimum of 5 years’ experience on healthcare projects.
• Experience as the lead architect on multiple healthcare projects.
• Licenses: Current architect license/registration.
• Proficient in Revit, Auto CAD, Adobe Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, Outlook.
• Strong design skills.
• Strong problem solving skills.
• Ability to learn and adapt.
• High level of collaboration and communication with other team members.
• Knowledge of building codes and construction practices.

Responsibilities

• Consult with clients to determine functional and spatial requirements of projects regarding design, specifications, materials, color, equipment, estimated costs, and construction time; prepare necessary information for client review and approval.
• Collaborate with design leaders and other disciplines to produce preliminary design concepts.
• Perform necessary research for the design of a complete project.
• Inspect work to ensure compliance with specifications, approve quality of materials and work, and advise client and construction teams.
• Prepare contract documents for building contractors.
• Complete construction cost estimates.
• Provide code and jurisdictional research on projects.
• Check drawings on projects and prepare feedback for the project team.
• Administer construction contracts on projects including administration of addenda, substitutions, change orders, and submittal reviews.
• Conduct on-site observation of work during construction to monitor compliance with contract documents, and conduct final inspections.
• Direct activities of other architectural team members engaged in projects.
• Seal and signs permit documents on projects.
• May have supervisory responsibilities including training, assigning and directing work, reviewing performance, rewarding and disciplining team members, addressing complaints, and resolving problems.
• Carry out these supervisor responsibilities in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.
• Begin to develop external and internal client relationships.

Skills

Strong design skills

Strong problem solving skills

Ability to learn and adapt

High level of collaboration and comms

Knowledge of building codes and practs

Proficient in Revit

Proficient in AutoCAD

Proficient in Adobe Suite

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Proficient in Bluebeam

Proficient in Outlook

Licenses: Current architect license/..

Education

Accredited architecture degree

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Adobe Suite

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

Outlook

Job description

Description

Healthcare Architect

Position Description

As a Senior Healthcare Architect you will work individually, with senior architects and project managers in developing, planning, and creating design concepts for projects. This position will initiate and create designs and plans for projects with responsibility for the preparation of presentation and design drawings and models. This role will be involved in the analyses of client issues and design goals and in conceiving and developing architectural solutions to those issues and goals. This position will develop, modify, and review construction documents and solutions to technical problems.

Position Salary Range*

The expected salary range for this position is $90,000 to $115,000 annually.

Required Qualifications**

• Accredited architecture degree or equivalent experience
• 10 years’ experience in architecture with a minimum of 5 years’ experience on healthcare projects
• Experience as the lead architect on multiple healthcare projects
• Licenses: Current architect license/registration
• Proficient in Revit, Auto CAD, Adobe Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, Outlook
• Strong design skills
• Strong problem solving skills
• Ability to learn and adapt
• High level of collaboration and communication with other team members
• Knowledge of building codes and construction practices

Position Responsibilities***

• Consult with clients to determine functional and spatial requirements of projects regarding design, specifications, materials, color, equipment, estimated costs, and construction time; prepare necessary information for client review and approval
• Collaborate with design leaders and other disciplines to produce preliminary design concepts
• Perform necessary research for the design of a complete project
• Inspect work to ensure compliance with specifications, approve quality of materials and work, and advise client and construction teams
• Prepare contract documents for building contractors
• Complete construction cost estimates
• Provide code and jurisdictional research on projects
• Check drawings on projects and prepare feedback for the project team
• Administer construction contracts on projects including administration of addenda, substitutions, change orders, and submittal reviews
• Conduct on-site observation of work during construction to monitor compliance with contract documents, and conduct final inspections
• Direct activities of other architectural team members engaged in projects
• Seal and signs permit documents on projects
• May have supervisory responsibilities including training, assigning and directing work, reviewing performance, rewarding and disciplining team members, addressing complaints, and resolving problems
• Carry out these supervisor responsibilities in accordance with company policies and applicable laws
• Begin to develop external and internal client relationships

Working at Cushing Terrell

Cushing Terrell is a multidisciplinary design firm with 17 offices and more than 500 team members who bring together their expertise to deliver holistic built environments. Leveraging our influence as designers, we work to create sustainable systems and spaces that help people live their best lives.

Why Cushing Terrell

At Cushing Terrell, we empower creative designers to discover imaginative, responsible, first-of-their-kind environments. But more than that, we support a strong, cohesive team, from our design professionals to our business operations staff. Together, we champion diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, placing people at the center of our practice, thus our tagline, “design meets you.” Together, we find joy in uncovering imaginative solutions for the people who work here, the people we work for, and the planet as a whole. We offer a competitive benefits package, work opportunities in a variety of locations and markets, and a company culture that celebrates all the unique viewpoints and personalities that make up our talented team. View our Employee Benefits Guide: https://cushingterrell.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/CushingTerrell_Benefits-Guide_2025.pdf

Things to Note

• Actual pay will be determined based on the candidate’s years of experience, licensure status, location, level of proficiency, and other job-related factors (as permitted by law). This position is also eligible for an annual performance bonus.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Cushing Terrell will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
• The majority of the time, a person in this role will be sitting in an office with limited physical requirements. This may require individuals to bend, stretch, twist, and reach.

Cushing Terrell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

Contact 406.248.7455 if you require assistance or accommodation during the employment application process.