Lab Planner

Perkins Will • Chicago, IL

143d • $90,400 - $120,400

About The Position

A Lab Planner will be responsible for assisting the laboratory project planning effort toward the successful completion of complex technology facilities; provides overall programming, master planning, lab design planning; communicates with clients/user groups to understand project requirements. Common and baseline responsibilities of a LAB PLANNER, include but are not limited to: Leads with advanced technical knowledge in the laboratory planning and programming of various sized pharmaceutical, academic research, biotech, or other emerging technical facilities. Provides technical planning expertise and leadership for laboratory facilities in the areas of programming, design, fit-out planning, equipment planning, MEP systems integration planning casework specification and construction administration. Participates in user group meetings (heads of departments, specialists, ) to collect program needs for laboratory specifications in technical facilities. Develops a comprehensive understanding of clients' program requirements and standards and policies for completion. Assists in the design development, modification and/or review of laboratory planning concepts for clients, designers and project team. Anticipates and develops solutions to technical and design problems following established format. Develops and maintains excellent relationships with existing and potential clients. Participates in selected marketing and business development opportunities. Incorporates and integrates Living Design solutions. Actively seeks new knowledge in the design and planning of laboratories. May lead periodic project meetings and presentations; ensure client is adequately briefed on project. Assures document standards are met and archives documents. May prepare 2D and 3D presentation/design drawings and build models for client/project team. Actively participates in industry associations.

Requirements

• 10+ years relevant Lab Planning Experience.
• Project experience demonstrates significant involvement in science/technology/research facility, lab design, including the design of traditional laboratories, production facilities, computational research, and higher education science teaching spaces.
• Bachelor's degree in Architecture required.
• Master's degree.
• Requires 5 plus year's progressive experience focused on programming and planning of all phases of a variety of laboratory types such as: vivarium, biocontainment, research, teaching (science), pharmaceutical, public health, clinical, process, and manufacturing facilities.
• Demonstrates creativity, passion, and interest in design and planning of laboratories within technical.
• Knowledge of technical and regulatory requirements for laboratory design.
• Knowledge of laboratory programming delivery and how design impacts those systems - including space, operational, and equipment programming, as well as MEP systems.
• Knowledge of laboratory planning, design, construction documents, construction administration, and project construction cost control for lab.
• Knowledge of sustainability, integrated design, and LEED guidelines.
• Possess strong hand and advanced CAD drafting.
• Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, Sketchup, and InDesign graphic software.
• Proficiency in Revit or another BIM platform.
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing; ability to convey laboratory planning needs to designers and other team members.
• Ability to effectively meet deadlines.
• Licensure strongly preferred.
• LEED GA or within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Leads with advanced technical knowledge in the laboratory planning and programming of various sized pharmaceutical, academic research, biotech, or other emerging technical facilities.
• Provides technical planning expertise and leadership for laboratory facilities in the areas of programming, design, fit-out planning, equipment planning, MEP systems integration planning casework specification and construction administration.
• Participates in user group meetings (heads of departments, specialists) to collect program needs for laboratory specifications in technical facilities.
• Develops a comprehensive understanding of clients' program requirements and standards and policies for completion.
• Assists in the design development, modification and/or review of laboratory planning concepts for clients, designers and project team.
• Anticipates and develops solutions to technical and design problems following established format.
• Develops and maintains excellent relationships with existing and potential clients.
• Participates in selected marketing and business development opportunities.
• Incorporates and integrates Living Design solutions.
• Actively seeks new knowledge in the design and planning of laboratories.
• May lead periodic project meetings and presentations; ensure client is adequately briefed on project.
• Assures document standards are met and archives documents.
• May prepare 2D and 3D presentation/design drawings and build models for client/project team.
• Actively participates in industry associations.

Benefits

• Diverse and inclusive culture.
• Fair and competitive pay practices.
• Pay equity commitment.
• Annual pay equity audits.
• Training for managers on pay practices.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees