Architectural Practice Lead, Healthcare & Science

Job Description

Job Description

Well known interdisciplinary firm looking for a licensed architecture to join our senior leadership team with experience in healthcare and science projects,

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Salary : $160,000 - $185,000 per year

A bit about us :

We are a collective of forward-thinking professionals dedicated to shaping a better future for our clients, communities, and the planet. Our goal is to deliver sustainable, impactful design through creative, interdisciplinary collaboration, backed by the resources and diversity of a global firm.

We value individuals who bring passion, innovation, integrity, inclusivity, and a spirit of collaboration to their work. Together, we believe there's no limit to what we can accomplish.

Why join us?

Health & Wellness

Comprehensive coverage including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life & accident insurance to support your well-being.

Financial Benefits

Robust 401(k) matching, pre-tax spending accounts, and access to employee discount programs to help you plan for the future.

Work-Life Balance

Ask about our hybrid and flexible work options, plus benefits like paid family leave, generous vacation time, backup child and elder care, and a comprehensive employee assistance program.

Professional Development

Support for your growth through reimbursement for licenses, renewals, and exam fees, along with access to in-house training and career development resources.

Job Details

Leadership Responsibilities

Provides active leadership across multiple projects and interdisciplinary teams, ensuring alignment with firm goals and client expectations.

Recognized as a firm-wide expert in a specific market sector, discipline, or departmental function.

Supervises, mentors, and trains team members, fostering professional growth and development.

Contributes to the firm’s talent strategy by identifying and recruiting top talent—reviewing resumes, conducting interviews, and leveraging a strong professional network.

Champions the integration of sustainable design strategies in all project work and supports staff development in sustainability principles.

Drives innovation in practice by helping to shape new services, standards, and procedures, grounded in a strong understanding of business operations and risk management to safeguard the firm’s financial and legal interests.

Practice Lead Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership and guidance to project teams in the development, production, promotion, and market positioning of SOM’s Health & Science practice, with a focus on long-term growth.

Collaborate with firm-wide Health & Science leadership to shape and execute business development strategies, including market analysis, identifying new opportunities, and actively pursuing leads.

Lead the implementation of client engagement strategies aligned with the Health & Science Business Plan—fostering relationships between SOM leadership and clients, and building connections with key industry organizations.

Define and oversee the scope of work for healthcare planning and design projects, including coordination and review of specialty consultant scopes.

Serve as a trusted advisor to project teams and clients, offering insights into emerging trends, best practices, and strategies to achieve exceptional planning and design outcomes for healthcare environments.

Actively participate in project design reviews and technical discussions, ensuring alignment with programmatic and educational goals.

Champion a collaborative, integrated, and data-driven approach to planning and design throughout all phases of healthcare projects.

Minimum Qualifications

Extensive experience in health and science planning, including space programming, stakeholder engagement, and community outreach for healthcare facilities.

Professional degree in Architecture required.

OSHPD / HCI experience preferred.

Architectural license in the state of practice required; LEED accreditation preferred.

Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Solid understanding of sustainable design principles and familiarity with LEED or other green building rating systems.

Proven ability to lead project teams and manage project schedules, budgets, and program objectives.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Proficient in Microsoft Office, Smartsheet, Adobe Creative Suite, and Google Workspace.

Familiarity with Deltek Vision and Salesforce a plus.

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Jobot is on a mission to connect good people with good jobs. By combining AI-powered technology with the expertise of Jobot Pros, our experienced recruiters, we help you find career opportunities that align with your goals and values.\r\n\r\nFounded in 2018 and employee-owned since 2024, Jobot is committed to fostering a culture of kindness, respect, innovation, and connection. As an industry leader, we’ve been recognized as a top workplace by Forbes, Fortune, USA Today, and Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).\r\n\r\nReady to find a good job? Create your profile today at Jobot.com.