Architectural Medical Planner

Company: ZGF Architects
Location: Seattle
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

ZGF is seeking a Medical Planner with 5 years of progressive experience in healthcare design and medical planning to join our Seattle, WA office. At ZGF, we are committed to the stewardship of people, place, and the environment. We thrive on multi-disciplinary engagement, practicing at the intersection of architecture, interiors, and urban design. As a Medical Planner , you will… Facilitate stakeholder engagement at all phases of design, guide the design team in preparing material for engagement, and clearly communicate decisions back to the design team. Develop facility and departmental programs based on client needs and best practices. Develop multiple options and iterations to reach an optimized layout. Collaborate with clinicians to ensure layouts meet clinical workflow requirements. Develop room layouts with an understanding of medical equipment and clinical workflows. Guide the design team and consultant team through coordination and documentation. Have excellent communication skills that enable you to establish and maintain project criteria, keep the project team informed, and manage projects with confidence and ease. Maintain design intent throughout all project phases. Promote building performance and design excellence. Foster professional relationships with clients and consultants. Contribute to multiple projects over a range of project scales. Be continuously challenged and supported while progressing your career and growing in an architectural practice committed to excellence. Mentor and manage the design team to develop the next generation of medical planners. Participate in business development. Qualifications: Comfortable and effective in a leadership capacity to bring exceptional creativity and excellent technical knowledge to the delivery of high quality and complex healthcare projects. Well-rounded, strategic thinker with an integrated approach to design, management, and technical project resolution. Proven track-record of success with complex, multi-phase projects in a healthcare environment. Experience preparing for, leading, and implementing decisions from stakeholder meetings in all phases of design. Extensive medical planning and related technical knowledge. Interest in staying current with new healthcare trends and innovative delivery methods. Ability to break down a bold vision into actionable challenges. Experience in delivering successful healthcare projects which comply with relevant building codes, FGI, ADA, construction standards, and other related regulatory requirements. Proficiency in Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office. Professional architecture degree and a minimum of 10 years of experience in healthcare projects. Licensed Architects are strongly preferred. Base Salary Range: $85.000/yr - $100.000/yr Benefits: ZGF Employees enjoy Medical, Dental and Vision coverage with a generous employer contribution, HSA with employer contribution, 401k with employer match, 4 weeks of PTO and 10 paid holidays per year, paid parental and family leave programs. Apply With: Cover letter Resume Portfolio We know that great projects take more than a design team to become a reality. Whether you’re a finance professional, project manager, or specialist in another field, your expertise helps create a healthier, more equitable built environment. Studies show that women and people from underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t check every box—your skills and experiences may be exactly what we need. ZGF Architects is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate the unique qualities and perspectives that each individual brings to our team. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities to apply. Regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, we are excited to consider qualified candidates. If you're ready to contribute to meaningful work, we invite you to submit your cover letter and resume online.

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