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HDR . At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected. We empower everyone to bring their authentic selves and new ideas to work every day, with a culture of inclusion across our company and communities. We design environments that support healing, advance medical innovation, and improve lives. As a Senior Project Designer and Studio Lead, you’ll be part of a collaborative team shaping the future of healthcare—creating patient-centered spaces, advanced clinical facilities, and transformative campuses that redefine how care is delivered. Our team is at the forefront of healthcare design, with projects including academic medical centers, outpatient and specialty care centers, hospital renovations, and behavioral health environments. What You’ll Do
Take a leading role in designing innovative healthcare environments, collaborating with the Design Principal and multidisciplinary teams from concept through construction. Explore and develop creative design solutions that balance aesthetics, functionality, and healing-centered principles. Create presentation materials and participate in client meetings, internal critiques, and agency reviews to gain project approvals. Ensure design solutions align with code, cost, and clinical requirements, supporting operational efficiency and regulatory compliance. Coordinate design efforts with architects, engineers, planners, and healthcare specialists throughout all phases of the project. Facilitate design workshops and charrettes, integrating user feedback and clinical workflows into the design process. Oversee and guide the design team’s work, ensuring deliverables meet high standards and deadlines. Review architectural documents to identify and resolve design and interdisciplinary conflicts. Contribute to specifications and documentation to maintain design intent through construction. Support construction administration activities, ensuring that the built environment reflects the original design vision. Mentor junior designers and help shape the creative culture of our healthcare design practice. Perform other duties as needed. Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Architecture (or equivalent experience) Registered Architect LEED AP credential Evidence of advanced design understanding (e.g. an inspiring design portfolio) Proven experience designing healthcare facilities — hospitals, outpatient centers, clinics, or medical research environments Interest or experience in evidence-based and sustainable design Proficiency in design and visualization tools such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Rhino, Enscape, V-Ray, Grasshopper, Lumion, SketchUp, and 3ds Max Local candidates are preferred Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Architecture or closely related field A minimum of 10 years of experience Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project Schedule) Excellent written and communication skills Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Proficient in use of Autodesk Revit and familiarity with related tools and process Demonstrated graphic presentation skills Strong knowledge of codes and good planning skills Attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other’s life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve. Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees. Locations
Primary Location: United States-North Carolina-Charlotte Other Locations: United States-North Carolina-Raleigh, United States-Georgia-Atlanta, United States-Florida-Tampa Industry
Architecture Schedule
Full-time Employee Status
Regular Business Class
Healthcare ARC Job Posting
Nov 17, 2025 Equal employment opportunity notice: HDR is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records. Note: This description preserves job responsibilities and qualifications while removing extraneous boilerplate and non-essential sections.
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Join to apply for the
Senior Project Designer - Healthcare
role at
HDR . At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected. We empower everyone to bring their authentic selves and new ideas to work every day, with a culture of inclusion across our company and communities. We design environments that support healing, advance medical innovation, and improve lives. As a Senior Project Designer and Studio Lead, you’ll be part of a collaborative team shaping the future of healthcare—creating patient-centered spaces, advanced clinical facilities, and transformative campuses that redefine how care is delivered. Our team is at the forefront of healthcare design, with projects including academic medical centers, outpatient and specialty care centers, hospital renovations, and behavioral health environments. What You’ll Do
Take a leading role in designing innovative healthcare environments, collaborating with the Design Principal and multidisciplinary teams from concept through construction. Explore and develop creative design solutions that balance aesthetics, functionality, and healing-centered principles. Create presentation materials and participate in client meetings, internal critiques, and agency reviews to gain project approvals. Ensure design solutions align with code, cost, and clinical requirements, supporting operational efficiency and regulatory compliance. Coordinate design efforts with architects, engineers, planners, and healthcare specialists throughout all phases of the project. Facilitate design workshops and charrettes, integrating user feedback and clinical workflows into the design process. Oversee and guide the design team’s work, ensuring deliverables meet high standards and deadlines. Review architectural documents to identify and resolve design and interdisciplinary conflicts. Contribute to specifications and documentation to maintain design intent through construction. Support construction administration activities, ensuring that the built environment reflects the original design vision. Mentor junior designers and help shape the creative culture of our healthcare design practice. Perform other duties as needed. Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Architecture (or equivalent experience) Registered Architect LEED AP credential Evidence of advanced design understanding (e.g. an inspiring design portfolio) Proven experience designing healthcare facilities — hospitals, outpatient centers, clinics, or medical research environments Interest or experience in evidence-based and sustainable design Proficiency in design and visualization tools such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Rhino, Enscape, V-Ray, Grasshopper, Lumion, SketchUp, and 3ds Max Local candidates are preferred Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Architecture or closely related field A minimum of 10 years of experience Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project Schedule) Excellent written and communication skills Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Proficient in use of Autodesk Revit and familiarity with related tools and process Demonstrated graphic presentation skills Strong knowledge of codes and good planning skills Attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other’s life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve. Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees. Locations
Primary Location: United States-North Carolina-Charlotte Other Locations: United States-North Carolina-Raleigh, United States-Georgia-Atlanta, United States-Florida-Tampa Industry
Architecture Schedule
Full-time Employee Status
Regular Business Class
Healthcare ARC Job Posting
Nov 17, 2025 Equal employment opportunity notice: HDR is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records. Note: This description preserves job responsibilities and qualifications while removing extraneous boilerplate and non-essential sections.
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