Senior Healthcare Architect - Hospital Design Specialist

Placements24; Willows (CA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Cutting-edge healthcare projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Healthcare Architect to lead the design and development of hospitals, clinics, and medical centers in Welkom, Free State. The role focuses on translating clinical needs into functional, healing environments while coordinating with medical staff and engineers.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in healthcare planning, infection control, and regulatory compliance, with extensive experience guiding projects from concept through completion.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architecture with emphasis on healthcare facility design.
• 9+ years in architectural practice, 5+ years in healthcare projects.
• Experience leading healthcare design projects from concept to completion.
• Knowledge of healthcare planning, medical equipment coordination, and infection control.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and related design software.
• Strong understanding of South Africa healthcare regulations and building codes.
• Excellent communication and client management skills.
• Portfolio of significant healthcare projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architectural design of new healthcare facilities and renovation projects in Welkom.
• Develop designs meeting functional, operational, and clinical needs of providers.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare building codes and regulations (NHLS, OHS Act).
• Collaborate with medical staff, hospital administrators, and user groups to define requirements.
• Coordinate with MEP, structural, and equipment engineers to integrate systems.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and resources for healthcare projects.
• Conduct feasibility studies and site analyses for healthcare developments.
• Advise on materials and finishes appropriate for healthcare environments and infection control.
• Stay informed about advancements in healthcare design and patient care trends.

Skills

Communication skills

Client management

Team collaboration

Presentation skills

Education

Master's degree in Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading architectural practice specializing in healthcare facilities, is seeking an experienced Senior Healthcare Architect to join their dedicated team in Welkom, Free State . This pivotal role involves leading the design and development of state-of-the-art hospitals, clinics, and specialized medical centers. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of healthcare workflows, patient care requirements, infection control, and the complex regulatory landscape governing healthcare construction. You will be responsible for translating complex medical needs into functional, efficient, and healing environments, working closely with medical professionals, hospital administrators, and technical consultants. This is a challenging yet immensely rewarding opportunity to contribute significantly to public health infrastructure within the region. Our client is committed to designing spaces that enhance patient outcomes and support medical innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the architectural design of new healthcare facilities and the renovation of existing ones in Welkom .
• Develop detailed designs that meet the specific functional, operational, and clinical needs of healthcare providers.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant healthcare building codes, standards, and regulations (e.g., NHLS, OHS Act).
• Collaborate with medical staff, hospital administrators, and user groups to define project requirements and design solutions.
• Coordinate with MEP, structural, and medical equipment engineers to integrate all building systems seamlessly.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and resources for healthcare architectural projects.
• Conduct feasibility studies and site analyses for potential healthcare development projects.
• Advise on the selection of materials and finishes appropriate for healthcare environments, considering durability, hygiene, and infection control.
• Stay informed about advancements in healthcare design, technology, and patient care trends.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Architecture or equivalent, with a strong emphasis on healthcare facility design.
• Minimum of 9 years of experience in architectural practice, with at least 5 years focused specifically on healthcare projects (hospitals, clinics, etc.).
• Demonstrated experience in leading healthcare architectural design projects from concept to completion.
• In-depth knowledge of healthcare planning principles, medical equipment coordination, and infection control strategies.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit (with healthcare-specific modeling capabilities), and other relevant design software.
• Excellent understanding of healthcare regulations and building codes specific to South Africa.
• Strong communication, presentation, and client management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• A portfolio showcasing significant healthcare architectural projects.

Benefits

• Opportunity to shape the future of healthcare facilities in the Free State region.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Work on cutting-edge healthcare projects that directly impact patient well-being.
• Professional development opportunities in a specialized field.
• Be part of a respected firm with a strong focus on healthcare architecture.
• Contribute to improving healthcare delivery through thoughtful design.