Senior, Healthcare Planner PDC

Emory Healthcare•Tucker, GA

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the Director for Planning & Design, the Senior Healthcare Planner collaborates closely with project stakeholders and EHC PDC teams to lead and support multiple healthcare construction and space planning projects, ensuring effective communication, compliance with standards, and alignment with Emory Healthcare's goals for high-quality, functional, and modern environments

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in architecture, healthcare architecture, interior design, space planning, or a related field
Five (5) to seven (7) years related experience required, including three (3) years in healthcare preferred
An equivalent combination of experience, training, and professional experience may be considered
Demonstrated ability to collaborate and support teams
Strong knowledge of healthcare planning principles, facility programming, and clinical workflow optimization
In-depth understanding of FGI Guidelines and current healthcare design and construction standards
Skilled in facilitating multidisciplinary planning sessions, design charrettes, and stakeholder decision-making
Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills for evaluating design options, risk scenarios, and planning tradeoffs

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in architecture, healthcare architecture, interior design, space planning, or a related field
American Institute of Architects (AIA) Licensure, or Registered Architect
American College of Healthcare Architects Board Certified Architect (AHCA)
International Interior Design Association (IIDA) Licensure
LEED Qualification
Evidence-Based Design Accreditation & Certification (EDAC)
Lean Black Belt/Six Sigma

Responsibilities

Collaborates with the Director of Planning & Design and other stakeholders to lead project planning, programming, and design efforts for construction projects
Helps develop and guide projects with an emphasis on cost effectiveness, quality, safety, code compliance, schedule, and adherence to Emory Healthcare's planning, design, and construction procedures
Provides services for and reviews the planning, design, construction, and renovation of healthcare projects to ensure alignment with design guidelines, master plans, and established design approval processes
Facilitates and/or leads design efforts, communication, decision-making, and problem solving between project owners, Facilities Management, architects, designers, construction teams, and other internal and external stakeholders
Leads preparation of pre-schematic Discovery Packages, technical specifications, bidding documents, and contractual materials; collaborates with healthcare planners and project managers to establish project budgets and costs
Leads and recommends project consultants and external design teams in collaboration with EHC PDC members
Conducts discovery and design phase meetings, reviews bids, and makes award-of-contract recommendations to leadership
Serves as a resource to Healthcare Planners through mentorship, education, and guidance on applying FGI guidelines
Provides FGI analysis in support of project prioritization for the Emory Healthcare capital planning process
Maintains up-to-date knowledge on changes to FGI requirements and emerging developments in healthcare planning and design
Ensures compliance with all relevant codes, regulations, and standards governing healthcare design and construction, including ADA, NFPA, HIPAA, and Joint Commission requirements
Assumes a leadership role in developing and maintaining Emory's design and construction standards, guidelines, policies, and procedures
Assists in conducting cost-benefit analysis related to compliance with design guidelines, master plans, and value-added modifications
Responsible for creating and maintaining goals to meet project budgets, schedules, milestones, and deadlines
Manages project logistics and identifies potential impacts of ongoing and future projects across Emory Healthcare
Maintains accurate, coherent, timely, and auditable project records and departmental documentation
Identifies potential project risks and obstacles, developing proactive mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions and ensure project success
Maintains focus on concurrent projects in various stages of planning, design, and construction
Conducts post-project evaluations and site tours, documenting design outcomes and identifying opportunities for future improvement
Fosters collaborative relationships with clinical teams, operations managers, architects, engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure project success
Works closely with other Emory departments to support stewardship of the physical plant and ensure effective resource utilization
Encourages a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement within EHC PDC
Facilitates communication and alignment among all project participants, ensuring timely decision-making and adherence to project goals
Stays abreast of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in healthcare facility design and construction
Integrates innovative solutions into planning and design processes to enhance quality, efficiency, and patient-centered outcomes
Monitors the implementation of design solutions across Emory Healthcare to inform future planning strategies and improve systemwide design consistency