MEQ Planner I

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc.; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Paid PTO and holidays

Job summary

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc. is seeking a Medical Equipment Planner I to plan and manage the medical equipment scope for healthcare projects, coordinating with architects, vendors, and clinical users to maintain accurate equipment lists.

You will support procurement and installation activities, attend planning sessions, and assist with analyses while ensuring adherence to standards and budgets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and/or related experience in healthcare/clinical environment.
• 1–2 years of medical equipment planning experience or related experience preferred.
• Experience planning small projects in the acute care setting.
• Basic understanding of building design and construction schedules.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage the medical equipment scope for healthcare projects; coordinate with architects, vendors, and clinical users.
• Attend onsite/remote planning sessions and user group meetings across all phases.
• Assist with the Medical Equipment Responsibilities Matrix; coordinate with design teams and attend OAC meetings as requested.
• Support vendor presentations/site visits and assist with RFP analyses per client request.
• Conduct room-by-room content reviews using ESP; update budgets and equipment lists within established standards.
• Review drawings and coordinate equipment requirements; ensure dimensional accuracy and note changes.
• Track the equipment budget; review/enter purchase orders; resolve PO issues; secure customer sign-off for selections.
• Coordinate delivery, storage, and installation of medical equipment; assist with inventories and move-management.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Active listening

Customer focus

Education

Bachelor’s degree or related Healthcare/Clinical experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At SSR, we’re more than a leading engineering design, consulting, and planning firm—we’re a team of owners committed to solving complex projects and delivering innovative solutions for facility and infrastructure challenges. With locations across the U.S. and expertise spanning diverse markets and services, our collaborative approach empowers us to build lasting partnerships with each other, our clients, and our communities.

We believe high performance and a people-first culture go hand in hand. As an owner from day one, our colleagues thrive in an environment that values accountability, celebrates achievement, and supports personal and professional growth. As owners, we take pride in our work and in each other—driving results while fostering a workplace where everyone feels seen, supported, and inspired.

Want to hear directly from our team? Visit http://www.ssr-inc.com/life-at-ssr and explore our culture on LinkedIn and Instagram.

What You’ll Do

As a Medical Equipment Planner I, you’ll help plan and manage the medical equipment scope for healthcare projects—coordinating with architects, vendors, and clinical users, maintaining accurate equipment lists, and supporting procurement and installation activities.

• Serve as a professional client interface—plan the medical equipment scope for healthcare projects and keep stakeholders informed.
• Attend onsite/remote planning sessions and user group meetings across all phases (SD, DD, CD, CA, Procurement & Equipment Management).
• Assist with the Medical Equipment Responsibilities Matrix; coordinate with design teams and attend OAC meetings as requested.
• Support vendor presentations/site visits and assist with RFP analyses per client request.
• Conduct room‑by‑room content reviews using ESP (proprietary software); request and implement client equipment standards.
• Obtain and compare quotes; update budgets; generate equipment lists within established standards and guidelines.
• Review drawings and coordinate equipment requirements; ensure dimensional accuracy and note changes clearly.
• Track the equipment budget; review/enter purchase orders; resolve purchase‑order issues; secure customer sign‑off for selections.
• Coordinate delivery, storage, and installation of medical equipment when contracted; assist with inventories and move‑management.
• Research emerging technologies/products; prepare close‑out packages and final reports at project completion.
• Set daily priorities to meet deadlines; maintain organized documentation and follow established planning processes.

Minimum Requirements

Who We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree and / or related experience in the Healthcare environment and / or Clinical arena
• 1-2 years of medical equipment planning experience or related experience preferred
• Experience planning small projects in the acute care setting
• Basic understanding of building design and construction schedules

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• General understanding of hospital/clinic procedures and department functions; ability to read architectural drawings.
• Budget awareness—create and maintain budgets; detail‑oriented with clear written and verbal communication.
• Customer‑focused collaborator with strong organization, judgment, and active listening; able to manage multiple tasks.

What We Offer

• 100% Employee-Owned – Ownership from day one with immediate ESOP vesting.
• Retirement Savings – 401(k) with immediate vesting and a generous company match.
• Health & Wellness – Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus company‑funded HSA contributions for HDHP plans.
• Company-Paid Protection – Life insurance, AD&D, and short and long term disability at no cost to you.
• Work-Life Balance – Flexible schedules, paid parental leave, generous PTO, and paid company holidays.
• Career Growth – Tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development support.

SSR is an Equal Opportunity / Affo

EEO Disabled/Veterans

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

Recruiters or staffing agencies: SSR is not obligated to compensate any external recruiter or search firm who presents a candidate, their resume, or profile to an SSR employee without 1) a current, fully executed agreement on file and 2) being assigned to the open position via HR