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Provide warm, proactive assistance in the CLEAR lanes - greeting, wayfinding, answering questions, and creating memorable interactions. * Verify & Escort: Warmly welcome and verify CLEAR Members ...

Provide warm, proactive assistance in the CLEAR lanes - greeting, wayfinding, answering questions, and creating memorable interactions. * Verify & Escort: Warmly welcome and verify CLEAR Members ...

Provide friendly yet discreet and unobtrusive service in the following areas: greeting, wayfinding, check-in for RH Interior Design and restaurant waitlist, coat and umbrella check, occasional ...

Gallery Host

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

$28 - $32/hr

Provide friendly yet discreet and unobtrusive service in the following areas: greeting, wayfinding, check-in for RH Interior Design and restaurant waitlist, coat and umbrella check, occasional ...

Provide friendly yet discreet and unobtrusive service in the following areas: greeting, wayfinding, check-in for RH Interior Design and restaurant waitlist, coat and umbrella check, occasional ...

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How much do wayfinding jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for wayfinding in California is $20.12, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $19.90 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the main challenges faced by professionals working in wayfinding design?

One of the main challenges in Wayfinding design is creating signage and navigation systems that are intuitive and accessible to a diverse range of users, including those with disabilities or limited language proficiency. Wayfinding professionals often need to balance functional clarity with aesthetic considerations while adhering to branding or regulatory requirements. Collaboration with architects, facility managers, and other stakeholders is common to ensure cohesive integration with the built environment. Navigating project constraints such as budget, space limitations, and evolving client needs also requires adaptability and creative problem-solving.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in wayfinding, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Wayfinding role, you need a solid background in design, spatial planning, and user experience, often supported by a degree in graphic design, architecture, or a related field. Familiarity with design software such as Adobe Creative Suite, CAD tools, and wayfinding system guidelines is typically required. Strong communication, problem-solving, and project management skills help professionals stand out in creating effective navigational solutions. These skills are essential to ensure clear, accessible, and user-friendly environments for the public or clients.

What is a wayfinding?

A Wayfinding job involves designing and implementing systems that help people navigate spaces efficiently and intuitively. This can include creating signage, maps, digital guides, and environmental cues for places like hospitals, airports, malls, and cities. Wayfinding professionals work in graphic design, urban planning, and architecture to enhance user experience and accessibility. Their goal is to reduce confusion, improve traffic flow, and ensure seamless movement through complex environments.

What is a wayfinding specialist?

A wayfinding specialist designs and implements signage, maps, and visual cues to help people navigate complex environments such as hospitals, airports, or campuses. They often collaborate with architects and use tools like CAD software to create effective directional systems, ensuring clear and accessible navigation for users.
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Infographic showing various Wayfinding job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, and 10% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $41,860 per year, or $20.1 per hour.

Facilities Planning, Design & Construction (FPD&C) - Onsite

Cedars Sinai

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$78K - $121K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago


Cedars-Sinai rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 131 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

40th of 1,056 rated hospitals


Job description


Grow your career at Cedars-Sinai!
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center has been named to the Honor Roll in U.S. News & World Report's "Best Hospitals 2024-2025" rankings. When you join our team, you'll gain access to our groundbreaking biomedical research facilities and sophisticated medical education programs. We offer learning programs, tuition reimbursement and performance-improvement projects so you can achieve certifications and degrees while gaining the knowledge and experience needed to advance your career.
We take pride in hiring the best, most hard-working employees. Our talented staff reflects the culturally and ethnically diverse community we serve. They are proof of our dedication to creating a dynamic, inclusive environment that fuels innovation and the gold standard of patient care we strive for.
Why work here?
Beyond an outstanding benefit package and competitive salaries, we take pride in hiring the best, most committed employees. Our staff reflects the culturally and ethnically diverse community we serve. They are proof of our dedication to creating a multifaceted, inclusive environment that fuels innovation and the gold standard of patient care we strive for.
What will you be doing:
The Facilities Planning, Design & Construction (FPD&C) Planner/Designer is to provide planning and design services to all departments on a prioritized basis under the direction of the FPD&C designated Senior Architect, Architect, Project Manager, and guidance from other FPD&C support staff. In the course of providing these services, the Planner/Designer will support pre-design development, project management, and the subsequent Construction-in-Progress application; develop space plans and project requirements; be responsible for procurement or movement of equipment/furnishings; coordinate project scheduling with the overall project schedule; and assist with development of the annual and Master Facility Plan (MFP) budgets. These activities will be performed within the prescribed CSHS space, furniture, mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), and associated standards. The Planner/Designer will work in close coordination with the FPD&C architects, medical planners, project managers, project coordinators, finance, and administration. The Planner/Designer will also work closely with other CSHS Project Delivery Team members, and supervise the activities of architect/engineers, contractors, and vendors. The project may range from full capital construction of new space to room renovations.
  • Supports FPDC Senior Architect, Architect or Project Managers within project clusters that include a portfolio of projects across the health system.
  • Responsible for planning the project from conception to completion of construction administration, move transitions and go-live.
  • Initiates Project Start-up that defines the scope, budget, schedule and quality of the project.
  • Develops programming information as needed if business plan is not available.
  • Creates space plan or test fit to validate program.
  • Determines delivery method with FPDC management.
  • Initiates Gate Review process.
  • Submits Construction in Progress (CIP).
  • Creates A&E scope of work if required and submit Request for Proposal (RFP).
  • Interacts and collaborates with end users, EIS, FM, Epi, EVS, Art Council, Signage/Wayfinding, Clinical Engineering and entire project team to ensure cohesive design.
  • Adheres to the overall design process, including review, approvals and sign-offs from Decision Makers, FPDC Leadership and other collaborators as needed.
  • Ensures that the execution of design is consistent with Cedars-Sinai's level of expectations in terms of quality and function.

Responsibilities
  • Supports FPDC Senior Architect, Architect or Project Managers within project clusters that include a portfolio of projects across the health system.
  • Responsible for planning the project from conception to completion of construction administration, move transitions and go-live.
  • Initiates Project Start-up that defines the scope, budget, schedule and quality of the project.
  • Develops programming information as needed if business plan is not available.
  • Creates space plan or test fit to validate program.
  • Determines delivery method with FPDC management.
  • Initiates Gate Review process.
  • Submits Construction in Progress (CIP).
  • Creates A&E scope of work if required and submit Request for Proposal (RFP).
  • Interacts and collaborates with end users, EIS, FM, Epi, EVS, Art Council, Signage/Wayfinding, Clinical Engineering and entire project team to ensure cohesive design.
  • Adheres to the overall design process, including review, approvals and sign-offs from Decision Makers, FPDC Leadership and other stakeholders as needed.
  • Ensures that the execution of design is consistent with Cedars-Sinai's level of expectations in terms of quality and function.
  • Maintains alignment with approved scope, budget, schedule, and quality. Deviation from this requires Leadership approval.
  • Evaluates, analyzes and mitigates potential risks.
  • Fosters collaboration and constant communication among team members.

Qualifications
Experience Requirements:
Three (3) plus years of experience in Healthcare projects, space planning, design and/or construction documents and/or construction administration; to Interior design, furniture selection and reconfigurations, or construction management experience.
Educational Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Construction Management or Civil Engineering.
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