Sr. Design Architect Job at Stanford Health Care in Menlo Park

Join to apply for the Sr. Manager, Architect role at Stanford Health Care Overview Stanford Health Care (SHC) is seeking a licensed Architect to take primary responsibility for the entire design phase of healthcare construction projects. This individual will serve as SHC’s architectural representative, ensuring that all design efforts consistently reflect and advance Stanford’s brand and deliver environments that enhance both the patient and staff experience across campuses. Key Responsibilities Ownership of the Design Phases: Lead and coordinate all design phases of SHC construction projects, including pre-design, schematic design, design development, construction documents, bidding, and post-occupancy evaluation. Project Lifecycle Engagement: Provide architectural insight during early project conception, feasibility studies, and master planning. Remain engaged during construction administration to ensure fidelity to design intent. Team Leadership & Development: Manage and mentor a team of architectural and design professionals, fostering growth, collaboration, and accountability. Stakeholder Engagement & Communication: Develop and present design materials to governance boards, executive leadership, and other decision-making bodies. Clearly explain design materials to stakeholders of varying backgrounds. Regulatory, Compliance & Sustainability: Ensure all designs comply with codes, healthcare regulations, and SHC design guidelines. Promote sustainable and resilient design practices. Continuous Improvement & Innovation: Stay current on healthcare design and architectural trends and innovations to inform SHC’s projects. Incorporate lessons learned from post-occupancy evaluations to strengthen SHC’s design standards. Qualifications Licensed Architect (preferred) Bachelor's degree in architecture from an accredited program (preferred) 15+ years of progressive architectural experience, with at least 5 years in healthcare design and planning (preferred) Demonstrated expertise in leading all design phases of construction projects Strong understanding of project delivery methods, including design-build and design-bid-build Exceptional verbal and written communication skills Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr