Tandem Engineering Group

Job Title
Senior Healthcare Architect
Location
Ann Arbor, MI 48104 US (Primary)
Category
Architectural
Job Type
Full-Time
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Travel Availability
Up to 25%
Security Clearance Required
None
Job Description
The position of Senior Healthcare Architect is responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

• Leads architectural design on complex healthcare projects including hospitals, ambulatory care facilities, and medical office buildings
• Plans, develops, schedules, coordinates, and conducts phases of architectural work on moderate to large-scale projects
• Executes components of large projects or manages multiple projects with complex features
• Manages project scope, budgets, schedules, and overall performance
• Develops and oversees design concepts, space programming, and planning strategies
• Leads preparation and review of drawings, specifications, and construction documents
• Ensures compliance with applicable codes and standards including FGI, NFPA, ADA, and local/state regulations
• Coordinates with multidisciplinary teams to deliver fully integrated design solutions
• Acts as a discipline lead on multidisciplinary projects and supports overall project coordination
• Supervises, coordinates, and reviews the work of architects, designers, CAD technicians, and consultants
• Provides mentorship, leadership, and technical guidance to intermediate and junior staff
• Conducts quality control (QA/QC) reviews to ensure technical accuracy and consistency
• Provides technical support during construction, including site visits, RFIs, submittals, and issue resolution
• Supports business development through technical input, proposal development, and client interaction
• Maintains strong client relationships and contributes to project success and repeat business
• Works with minimal supervision; assignments are provided with broad objectives and limits
• Demonstrates ability to manage multiple priorities and deliverables across concurrent projects
• Participates in team meetings, client presentations, and project reviews as required

• All other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Licensed Architect (RA) required (State of Michigan or ability to obtain)
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture or related field
• 10+ years of experience, with a strong focus on healthcare architecture
• Demonstrated experience working in a consulting architecture/engineering environment
• Experience working in a multidisciplinary team delivering integrated design solutions
• Strong knowledge of healthcare planning, codes, and regulatory requirements
• Proficiency in Revit/BIM and related design tools
• Demonstrated planning, organizational, interpersonal, and leadership skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite and related programs

Preferred Experience

• Experience with Michigan healthcare systems or academic medical centers
• Familiarity with state approvals and healthcare compliance processes
• Experience working on active or occupied healthcare facilities

Tandem Group Consulting Solutions, Tandem Engineering Group, and Baird AE are equal opportunity employers that welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We are committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under governmental laws and regulations. Accommodations are available on request for candidates participating in the recruitment, selection, and onboarding process. Only those we are interested in will be contacted.