Senior Medical Planner at Dlr Group in San Francisco, CA | USD150,000-200,000 | Kablio

Role

Description

architectural design

space planning

master planning

project coordination

regulatory compliance

client management

Translate clinical needs, workflows, and operational goals into architectural solutions by engaging with users, administrators, and leadership teams.
Mentor junior and mid-level medical planners, fostering professional development and knowledge-sharing.
Facilitate user group meetings and stakeholder workshops, using evidence-based and patient-centered design approaches.
Collaborate with project managers and project architects on schedules, staffing, and quality control throughout all project phases.
Contribute to facility master plans and strategic campus development efforts, often working across multi-site health systems.
Maintain strong relationships with healthcare clients, consultants, and internal stakeholders, ensuring continuity and satisfaction.
Lead the development of planning concepts, functional programs, and strategic and medical space planning for healthcare projects.
Partner with firm leadership in business development activities, including proposal writing, client interviews, and planning narratives.
Oversee medical planning deliverables and ensure alignment with clinical operations, FGI Guidelines, ADA, NFPA, and applicable regulatory codes.

Requirements

architecture degree

architectural registration

hcai

ipd

fgi guidelines

12+ years

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture or related discipline.
Deep knowledge of clinical workflow, room-by-room planning, and departmental relationships (ED, OR, Imaging, Inpatient Units, etc.).
Portfolio that demonstrates impactful leadership on large, complex healthcare projects.
Architectural registration (RA) strongly preferred.
Advanced communication skills with the ability to facilitate clinical meetings and present ideas clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Experience with HCAI (formerly OSHPD) healthcare facility requirements.
Demonstrated expertise in planning and design of inpatient, outpatient, or specialty healthcare environments.
ACHA or EDAC credentialing.
Experience with integrated project delivery (IPD), Lean design, or alternative delivery methods (e.g., design-build).
Familiarity with data-driven design approaches and healthcare analytics.
Strong understanding of FGI Guidelines, building codes, and healthcare licensing requirements.
Active involvement in professional organizations (e.g., ACHA, AIA Academy of Architecture for Health, HFMA, etc.).
12–20+ years of experience in healthcare facility design, planning, and programming.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded 1966

Year Established

The firm traces its origins to 1966 when it began as a regional architectural practice.

$280M Revenue

Annual Revenue

The company generates over $280 million in annual revenue through its global operations.

30 Offices

Global Presence

The firm operates 30 offices across the U.S., China, and the UAE.

Now 100% employee-owned, it pioneered integrated design—melding architecture, engineering, planning and interiors under one roof.
Its portfolio includes museum transformations, university campuses, transit hubs, and sports stadiums.
Specializing in sectors such as civic, justice, cultural centers, K-12 and higher-ed campuses, hospitality, and transit.
Standout projects include the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, LAX automated people mover stations, Mall of America expansions, and performing-arts centers.
The firm has a legacy of acquiring regional specialists, enhancing its expertise in areas like theatre and healthcare design.

Culture + Values

Collaboration and innovation drive everything we do.
We are committed to the success of our clients, partners, and communities.
We believe in the power of design to enhance quality of life and create lasting value.
We are passionate about building long-term relationships based on trust, integrity, and accountability.
We embrace a diverse range of perspectives, ideas, and skills to solve complex challenges.

Environment + Sustainability

2030

Net Zero Commitment

Aim to achieve Net Zero carbon emissions, aligning with global sustainability goals.

Focus on reducing energy consumption and using sustainable building materials.
Integrating sustainable design strategies in every project.
Regular monitoring and reporting of energy performance and sustainability metrics.
Pioneering initiatives to reduce water usage and carbon footprint in all operations.

Inclusion & Diversity

Striving for a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.
Tracking gender diversity with a goal to increase female representation in leadership roles.
Offering mentorship programs to support underrepresented groups in the industry.
Providing equal opportunities for professional growth and career advancement for all employees.

Articles

About DLR Group

Careers

Projects

Role

Description

architectural design

space planning

master planning

project coordination

regulatory compliance

client management

Translate clinical needs, workflows, and operational goals into architectural solutions by engaging with users, administrators, and leadership teams.
Mentor junior and mid-level medical planners, fostering professional development and knowledge-sharing.
Facilitate user group meetings and stakeholder workshops, using evidence-based and patient-centered design approaches.
Collaborate with project managers and project architects on schedules, staffing, and quality control throughout all project phases.
Contribute to facility master plans and strategic campus development efforts, often working across multi-site health systems.
Maintain strong relationships with healthcare clients, consultants, and internal stakeholders, ensuring continuity and satisfaction.
Lead the development of planning concepts, functional programs, and strategic and medical space planning for healthcare projects.
Partner with firm leadership in business development activities, including proposal writing, client interviews, and planning narratives.
Oversee medical planning deliverables and ensure alignment with clinical operations, FGI Guidelines, ADA, NFPA, and applicable regulatory codes.

Requirements

architecture degree

architectural registration

hcai

ipd

fgi guidelines

12+ years

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture or related discipline.
Deep knowledge of clinical workflow, room-by-room planning, and departmental relationships (ED, OR, Imaging, Inpatient Units, etc.).
Portfolio that demonstrates impactful leadership on large, complex healthcare projects.
Architectural registration (RA) strongly preferred.
Advanced communication skills with the ability to facilitate clinical meetings and present ideas clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Experience with HCAI (formerly OSHPD) healthcare facility requirements.
Demonstrated expertise in planning and design of inpatient, outpatient, or specialty healthcare environments.
ACHA or EDAC credentialing.
Experience with integrated project delivery (IPD), Lean design, or alternative delivery methods (e.g., design-build).
Familiarity with data-driven design approaches and healthcare analytics.
Strong understanding of FGI Guidelines, building codes, and healthcare licensing requirements.
Active involvement in professional organizations (e.g., ACHA, AIA Academy of Architecture for Health, HFMA, etc.).
12–20+ years of experience in healthcare facility design, planning, and programming.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded 1966

Year Established

The firm traces its origins to 1966 when it began as a regional architectural practice.

$280M Revenue

Annual Revenue

The company generates over $280 million in annual revenue through its global operations.

30 Offices

Global Presence

The firm operates 30 offices across the U.S., China, and the UAE.

Now 100% employee-owned, it pioneered integrated design—melding architecture, engineering, planning and interiors under one roof.
Its portfolio includes museum transformations, university campuses, transit hubs, and sports stadiums.
Specializing in sectors such as civic, justice, cultural centers, K-12 and higher-ed campuses, hospitality, and transit.
Standout projects include the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, LAX automated people mover stations, Mall of America expansions, and performing-arts centers.
The firm has a legacy of acquiring regional specialists, enhancing its expertise in areas like theatre and healthcare design.

Culture + Values

Collaboration and innovation drive everything we do.
We are committed to the success of our clients, partners, and communities.
We believe in the power of design to enhance quality of life and create lasting value.
We are passionate about building long-term relationships based on trust, integrity, and accountability.
We embrace a diverse range of perspectives, ideas, and skills to solve complex challenges.

Environment + Sustainability

2030

Net Zero Commitment

Aim to achieve Net Zero carbon emissions, aligning with global sustainability goals.

Focus on reducing energy consumption and using sustainable building materials.
Integrating sustainable design strategies in every project.
Regular monitoring and reporting of energy performance and sustainability metrics.
Pioneering initiatives to reduce water usage and carbon footprint in all operations.

Inclusion & Diversity

Striving for a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.
Tracking gender diversity with a goal to increase female representation in leadership roles.
Offering mentorship programs to support underrepresented groups in the industry.
Providing equal opportunities for professional growth and career advancement for all employees.

Articles

About DLR Group

Careers

Projects