Sr. Architect - Healthcare

Lawrence Group; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design firm in St. Louis seeks a Senior Architect specializing in healthcare projects. The role involves leading project phases, ensuring design quality, and mentoring junior staff. Candidates should have a degree in architecture and experience in healthcare design.

Qualifications

• Licensed Architect with 6+ years of healthcare design experience preferred.
• Proven success in delivering complex healthcare projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and design for healthcare projects such as hospitals and clinics.
• Oversee detailed drawings, specifications, and construction documents.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Sustainability

Innovation

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Bluebeam Revu

Enscape

Photoshop

Illustrator

SketchUp

InDesign

Job description

Lawrence Group is a place for dreamers.

That’s a quality we look for in our clients – and in our employees. These dreams – these ideas – inspire us. They move us forward. From the very beginning, we’ve built our culture to encourage this kind of thinking. We’ve never been about ego or hierarchy. And our approach is not about raw beauty or creativity. It’s about finding new ways to bring people together. Helping our clients make what they do more relevant, more impactful, and above all, more meaningful, for all.

Position: Senior Architect - Healthcare

Lawrence Group, a building design, development, and project delivery firm headquartered in St. Louis with offices in Austin, Florida, and New York, is looking for Architects to assist with healthcare projects in our St. Louis and Florida offices. With over 170 employees, we offer architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, furniture procurement, and graphic design services to a diverse range of clients including healthcare, housing, hospitality, academic, and retail sectors.

This role involves designing and delivering innovative healthcare facilities that focus on patient care, staff efficiency, and operational excellence. Candidates should be capable of leading all project phases from conceptualization to construction administration, ensuring high standards of design quality, functionality, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead planning and design for healthcare projects such as hospitals, clinics, and medical offices.
2. Collaborate with clients and interdisciplinary teams to define project goals and requirements.
3. Develop innovative, evidence-based, and sustainable design concepts incorporating healthcare technology advancements.
4. Prepare and present proposals, feasibility studies, and documentation to clients and authorities.
5. Oversee detailed drawings, specifications, and construction documents, ensuring compliance with codes and standards.
6. Mentor junior staff and manage project budgets, schedules, and resources.
7. Conduct site visits during construction to monitor progress and resolve issues.
8. Build relationships with clients, consultants, and vendors to ensure collaboration and satisfaction.
9. Stay updated with trends and incorporate new practices into workflows.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's or Master’s degree in architecture from an accredited institution.
2. Licensed Architect with 6+ years of healthcare design experience preferred.
3. Proven success in delivering complex healthcare projects.
4. Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and Bluebeam Revu; knowledge of Enscape, Photoshop, Illustrator, SketchUp, InDesign is a plus.
5. Knowledge of healthcare facility codes and standards (e.g., FGI, ADA).
6. Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
7. Commitment to design excellence, sustainability, and innovation.
8. Membership in professional organizations like AIA is desirable.

Additional Details:

• Supervisory responsibilities include leading and mentoring staff.
• Work environment involves a professional office setting with hybrid schedule options.
• No minimum physical ability required.
• Full-time position with variable hours and moderate travel expected.

Note: Lawrence Group does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies unless a prior agreement is in place.