Overview
Medical Equipment Planning Architect – Palo Alto, CA Jobs in Palo Alto, CA at GDM-AE, Inc.
Position Summary
GDM-AE, Inc. is staffing for federal healthcare construction and design support work at active healthcare facilities in Palo Alto, CA.
This is a Licensed-Architect-required role and calls for medical equipment planning experience on hospitals, clinics, and other active healthcare facilities. The Medical Equipment Planning Architect must have 5+ years of professional architectural experience with a focus on the design and construction administration of commercial or institutional buildings. This role coordinates procurement, placement, and integration of medical equipment supporting clinical needs and patient care.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate procurement, placement, and integration of medical equipment to support clinical needs and enhance patient care.
- Plan layout and installation of equipment to optimize workflow and efficiency given spatial constraints and operational needs of clinical departments.
- Conduct research and analysis to select equipment that meets quality, budget, and code/regulatory compliance.
- Develop, review, and coordinate medical equipment lists, room data sheets, equipment matrices, cut sheets, and planning documentation.
- Coordinate with clinical users, facility staff, designers, project managers, contractors, vendors, and procurement stakeholders.
- Review drawings, room layouts, utility requirements, and project scopes for equipment coordination issues including space, clearances, mounting, seismic, infection control, and operations.
- Manage vendor relationships, oversee installation processes, and provide staff training on equipment use and maintenance.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from a NAAB-accredited program required.
- Registered Architect with a current US license required. Proof of licensure required prior to assignment. NCARB certification desirable for reciprocity.
- 5 or more years of professional architectural experience required, with focus on design and construction administration of commercial or institutional buildings.
- In-depth knowledge of architectural details and medical equipment, including assembly, seismic requirements, infection control standards, and environmental factors.
- In-depth knowledge of building codes and standards: IBC, NFPA, and ADA/ABA.
- Proficient in reading and interpreting architectural plans, specifications, and terminology.
- Healthcare project experience in renovation work within active facilities highly preferred.
- Knowledge of federal healthcare design standards (space planning criteria, door hardware schedules, design guidelines) highly preferred.
- Federal healthcare project experience preferred.
- Revit and AutoCAD proficiency preferred.
Federal Contract Requirements
- Some local travel within the Palo Alto service area is part of normal duties.
- Tier 1 Low Risk / Non-Sensitive background investigation (NACI / SF-85) required prior to assignment.
- Must abide by all client facility rules, security procedures, and safety regulations.
- Employees represent themselves as contracted personnel, not federal employees, and do not perform inherently governmental functions.
Location
On-site, Palo Alto, CA.
Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range: $115,000-$165,000
- Monthly certification pay for additional licensing (PMP, LEED AP, BCxA, etc.)
- Full premium paid health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) matching
- PTO
- Education/Professional Development Paid
About Us
GDM-AE, Inc. is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business providing full-service architecture and engineering solutions for federal agencies nationwide. We focus on complex design, renovation, and infrastructure modernization projects, with a strong track record in healthcare systems. Our work strengthens critical facilities and delivers lasting impact for the communities they serve.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $115,000.00 – $165,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Title: Medical Equipment Planning Architect – Palo Alto, CA
Company: GDM-AE, Inc.
Location: Palo Alto, CA
