Sr MEQ Planner I

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership (ESOP)

401(k) with immediate vesting

Health, dental, vision coverage

Life insurance and disability coverage

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

SSR is a leading engineering design, consulting, and planning firm seeking a Senior Medical Equipment Planner I to translate clinical needs into coordinated equipment scopes, budgets, and specifications; guiding user groups and design teams; and stewarding procurement and installation to deliver safe, efficient healthcare environments.

You will establish client relationships, verify equipment requirements, coordinate with Revit/FF&E teams, develop budgets, analyze bids, and manage procurement

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and / or related experience in the Healthcare environment and / or Clinical arena.
• 6-8 years of medical equipment planning or clinical experience.
• Experience planning large complex projects in the acute care setting.
• Understanding of architectural and design schedules and the ability to coordinate equipment programming with building design and construction.
• Background in project management, construction management, architecture, design or project strategy planning preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with Revit and AutoCAD and interpreting architectural drawings.
• Understanding of hospital/clinic procedures and department functions; knowledge of appropriate allocation of medical equipment.
• Budget skills and accounting awareness to create/maintain project equipment budgets with accuracy.
• Clear writing, strong presentations, speech clarity, and active listening; detailoriented with sound judgment and organization.
• Customer-focused collaborator able to orchestrate multiple activities across clients, architects, contractors, and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Establish new client relationships and maintain ongoing client satisfaction throughout planning and delivery.
• Lead interviews to verify medical equipment requirements; recommend best practices and equipment based on service lines.
• Attend/lead onsite and virtual planning sessions, user group meetings, OAC, and designteam coordination across SD, DD, CD, CA, and Procurement & Equipment Management phases.
• Develop the Medical Equipment Responsibilities Matrix; distribute updates to the full project team.
• Plan roombyroom equipment using ESP (proprietary software); implement client standards and identify design/equipment conflicts early.
• Coordinate with the Revit design team for FF&E placement; manage vendor submittals for incorporation into project drawings.
• Develop and update budgets; source equipment for quotes; analyze RFPs and support pricing negotiations at the client's request.
• Conduct equipment inventories; evaluate reuse vs. replacement; maintain awareness of emerging products and technologies.
• Review drawings and coordinate equipment requirements; ensure clear communication with architects, contractors, and facility personnel.
• Develop procurement and delivery strategies when contracted; manage POs, storage, delivery, installation, and operational verification.
• Provide final reports and equipment documentation at project completion; support movemanagement activities as required.
• Research markets, attend conferences/trade shows, and share insights to inform planning and specifications.

Skills

Communication

Presentation skills

Active listening

Detail oriented

Judgment

Organization

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in healthcare or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Revit

AutoCAD

ESP software

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 Senior Medical Equipment Planner I, you'll lead complex planning efforts-translating clinical needs into coordinated equipment scopes, budgets, and specifications; guiding user groups and design teams; and stewarding procurement and installation to deliver safe, efficient healthcare environments.

• Establish new client relationships and maintain ongoing client satisfaction throughout planning and delivery.
• Lead interviews to verify medical equipment requirements; recommend best practices and equipment based on service lines.
• Attend/lead onsite and virtual planning sessions, user group meetings, OAC, and designteam coordination across SD, DD, CD, CA, and Procurement & Equipment Management phases.
• Develop the Medical Equipment Responsibilities Matrix; distribute updates to the full project team.
• Plan roombyroom equipment using ESP (proprietary software); implement client standards and identify design/equipment conflicts early.
• Coordinate with the Revit design team for FF&E placement; manage vendor submittals for incorporation into project drawings.
• Develop and update budgets; source equipment for quotes; analyze RFPs and support pricing negotiations at the client's request.
• Conduct equipment inventories; evaluate reuse vs. replacement; maintain awareness of emerging products and technologies.
• Review drawings and coordinate equipment requirements; ensure clear communication with architects, contractors, and facility personnel.
• Develop procurement and delivery strategies when contracted; manage POs, storage, delivery, installation, and operational verification.
• Provide final reports and equipment documentation at project completion; support movemanagement activities as required.
• Research markets, attend conferences/trade shows, and share insights to inform planning and specifications.

Who We're Looking For

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree and / or related experience in the Healthcare environment and / or Clinical arena
• 6-8 years of medical equipment planning or clinical experience
• Experience planning large complex projects in the acute care setting
• Understanding of architectural and design schedules and the ability to coordinate equipment programming with building design and construction
• Background in project management, construction management, architecture, design or project strategy planning preferred

Preferred Qualifications:

• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with Revit and AutoCAD and interpreting architectural drawings.
• Understanding of hospital/clinic procedures and department functions; knowledge of appropriate allocation of medical equipment.
• Budget skills and accounting awareness to create/maintain project equipment budgets with accuracy.
• Clear writing, strong presentations, speech clarity, and active listening; detailoriented with sound judgment and organization.
• Customerfocused collaborator able to orchestrate multiple activities across clients, architects, contractors, and vendors.

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 companyfunded 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 / Aff…

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