Medical Planner - Architecture

I & S Group, Inc.; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

I & S Group, Inc. in Bloomington, MN is seeking a Medical Planner to join the Architecture team. You will partner with physicians and project teams to develop planning and programming solutions for healthcare environments that address evolving clinical needs and space requirements.

This role offers opportunities to influence patient-centered design on multiple projects, collaborate with healthcare leaders, and mentor junior designers while advancing knowledge in LEAN and evidence-based design.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture.
• Architectural registration/licensure preferred.
• EDAC and/or ACHA accreditation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop healthcare planning and programming concepts with clients and project teams.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate design phases.
• Analyze space utilization to meet operational and patient care needs.
• Develop unit layouts and medical equipment workflow considerations.
• Prepare master planning and pre-design studies with internal and external teams.
• Mentor design team members and contribute to marketing and business development.

Skills

Healthcare planning

Space programming

Clinical workflow understanding

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture

Job description

Medical Planner - Architecture

Department: Architecture

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Bloomington, MN

Compensation: $70,000 - $135,000 / year

Description

Founded in 1973, ISG is a nationally recognized, multi-disciplinary firm delivering architecture, engineering, planning, and interior design services across the country. We are seeking a passionate Medical Planner to join our growing Healthcare Business Unit and help create innovative, patient-centered healthcare environments.

In this role, you will partner with physicians, healthcare leaders, and project teams to develop planning and programming solutions that address evolving operational, patient care, and space needs. You will collaborate with industry leaders Tarah Raaum, AIA, and Chris Heidrich, AIA, while working alongside a talented team of architects, designers, and healthcare specialists. As an ISG Employee Owner, you will have the opportunity to influence meaningful healthcare projects, contribute your expertise in healthcare planning and design, and share in the success of a firm committed to innovation, collaboration, and exceptional client outcomes.

A few recent ISG projects:

• UnityPoint Health + Wellness’ Prairie Parkway Campus
• Orthopaedic & Fracture Clinic (OFC) Expansion
• Hannahville Indian Community Health Clinic + Government Services Building
• Meskwaki Health Clinic

We’ve listed a compensation range that reflects our expectations for this role, including both direct and indirect components. We understand that your experience and value may fall outside of this range. If you feel you're a strong fit but your compensation needs differ, we’re open to a conversation - let’s talk.

Essential Duties

• Develop healthcare planning and programming concepts while maintaining ongoing communication with clients and project teams to address evolving project needs, design considerations, and schedule or budget impacts
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary and engineering team members, fostering clear and professional communication throughout all project phases
• Apply industry knowledge and prior experience to enhance project quality, identify challenges, communicate potential impacts, and seek clarification when needed
• Conduct research and analyze space utilization to determine current and future space requirements, developing solutions that support operational and strategic goals
• Partner with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare stakeholders to align on planning concepts and space solutions that support patient care and operational efficiency
• Analyze service line data and develop strategic and detailed space programs
• Develop unit and room layouts with an understanding of medical equipment and clinical workflows
• Develop multiple options and iterations to reach ideal state layout
• Coordinate the preparation and completion of project master planning and pre-design studies through design development documentation with internal teams, clients, consultants, and other design professionals
• Stay informed on emerging trends, methodologies, and best practices in healthcare design, planning, sustainability, LEAN strategies, and evidence-based design
• Mentor and manage other design team members to develop medical planning expertise
• Participate in marketing and business development
• Perform additional responsibilities and duties as assigned

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture required
• Architectural registration/licensure strongly preferred
• EDAC and/or ACHA accreditation strongly preferred"