Architectural Medical Planner - Fort Bliss, Texas

HFS Company is a nationally recognized AEC project management and consulting firm working through prime contracts on a variety of federal and military medical projects throughout the US and Europe. We provide support services across the entire facilities lifecycle to help our clients reach their capital improvement goals economically and strategically.

Work Location is El Paso, Texas

Makes technical interpretations of drawings and specifications to determine whether methods and materials employed meet the requirements of contract specifications. Coordinates work between Contractors' personnel and onsite client to assure timely and satisfactory accomplishment of all assigned projects. Provides recommendations concerning the acceptability of construction progress reports and contract performance, and other reports concerning the progress of construction. Reviews contract and construction deficiencies and other factors impacting, or with the potential to impact, timely execution of the project, and provide written comments/recommendations.

Support Job Functions will include:

EQUIPMENT DESIGN

• Review Hospital/Clinic Equipment design documents, specifications, and drawings to ensure accuracy and adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Conduct comprehensive inspections of Hospital/Clinic Equipment to identify potential issues or areas of improvement.
• Oversee testing procedures for Hospital/Clinic Equipment and ensure all systems are fully functional and in compliance.
• Maintain accurate records of all Hospital/Clinic Equipment installations, modifications, and repairs carried out within the hospital.
• Review and recommend approval or disapproval of documentation related to Hospital/Clinic Equipment, including record drawings, test reports, and as-built documentation.

HOSPITAL/SPECIALTY SPACES

• Review Hospital/Clinic Specialty Spaces Operating Rooms, MRI's, CT scans, X-Rays, Labs, Isolation, Behavioral Health, Pharmacy, and Decontamination/Sterile Processing design documents, specifications, and drawings to ensure accuracy and adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Conduct comprehensive inspections of Hospital/Clinic Specialty Spaces Operating Rooms, MRI's, CT scans, X-Rays, Labs, Isolation, Behavioral Health, Pharmacy, and Decontamination/Sterile Processing to identify potential issues or areas of improvement.
• Oversee testing procedures for Hospital/Clinic Specialty Spaces Operating Rooms, MRI's, CT scans, X-Rays, Labs, Isolation, Behavioral Health, Pharmacy, and Decontamination/Sterile Processing and ensure all spaces are fully functional and in compliance.
• Maintain accurate records of all Hospital/Clinic Specialty Spaces Operating Rooms, MRI's, CT scans, X-Rays, Labs, Isolation, Behavioral Health, Pharmacy, and Decontamination/Sterile Processing installations, modifications, and repairs carried out within the hospital.
• Review and recommend approval or disapproval of documentation related to Hospital/Clinic Specialty Spaces Operating Rooms, MRI's, CT scans, X-Rays, Labs, Isolation, Behavioral Health, Pharmacy, and Decontamination/Sterile Processing, including record drawings, test reports, and as-built documentation.

STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS AND DESIGN REVIEW

• Evaluate the structural integrity of the hospital building plans.
• Review and approve structural design plans submitted by the design team.
• Ensure compliance with relevant building codes and regulations.
• Provide recommendations for structural enhancements, if necessary.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor the progress of structural work.
• Verify that construction activities align with approved design plans.
• Address and resolve any structural issues that may arise during construction.
• Collaborate with the construction team to ensure adherence to safety standards.
• Attend project meetings to provide updates on structural aspects.
• Provide comprehensive oversight of the architectural aspects of the hospital project.
• Ensure adherence to approved design standards, codes, and regulations.
• Regularly review and assess project progress against architectural milestones.
• Conduct thorough reviews of architectural designs, ensuring they meet functional and aesthetic
  requirements.
• Provide constructive feedback on design elements, spatial planning, and overall aesthetics.
• Implement and enforce quality control measures for architectural components.
• Collaborate with the project team, including engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Facilitate coordination meetings to address architectural issues and ensure seamless integration
  with other disciplines.
• Maintain detailed documentation of design changes, approvals, and any deviations from the
  original plans.
• Identify and address architectural challenges promptly, proposing viable solutions to ensure
  project continuity.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 10 years quality assurance broad spectrum of construction trades
• Experience in healthcare or research facility a strong plus
• Knowledge of general principles of architecture, engineering, design, and construction of medical facility building system components and their inter-relationships. Broad general knowledge of all construction trades.
• Knowledge of the principles, concepts, and techniques of the construction quality assurance/inspection process; knowledge of the VA QA process a plus.
• Knowledge of relevant standards and regulations including DOD construction criteria, total building commissioning, TJC, NFPA, ASHRAE, OSHA, ADA, Life Safety and all building standards and medical facility codes.
• Experienced in interpretation of government, industry, and accreditation standards and criteria including space planning, life safety, anti-terrorism, indoor air quality, patient privacy, sustainability and others related to medical facilities.
• Skilled in reviewing and interpreting basic A-E deliverables such as drawings, specifications, engineering calculations, RFIs, etc.
• Ability to interact in a professional manner with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail
• Experience with daily QA reports using RMS preferred
• Ability to think analytically, make thoughtful decisions and create solutions to problems.
• Strong organization, planning and time management habits.
• Proficient with Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat. Knowledgeable of Internet usage.
• Ability to pass basic background check for entry to US government-owned facilities
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United Sates on a full-time basis; HFS Company does not sponsor individuals for employment visas.

EOE, including disability/vets. Must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis; HFS does not sponsor individuals for employment visas.

We are proud to be a Service-Disabled Veteran and Woman Owned Small Business. We offer a competitive pay and benefit package including generous PTO, 11 paid holidays, $1000 per year for professional development and up to a 5% fully-vested 401k match after one year.