Architecture SME - Bio Pharma

Bechtel; United States; Remoto; USD 170.000 - 210.000; Part-time

Descrizione del lavoro

Bechtel is seeking an experienced Architecture Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Biopharmaceutical facilities. You will lead architecture planning, design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and delivery, acting as architectural authority for GMP-focused projects.

The role requires collaboration with process, mechanical, electrical, and validation teams to ensure feasible, safe, and compliant facility architecture. Part-time telework may apply with some in-person attendance as needed.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in architecture (or international equivalent) with 13–15 years of relevant experience, or 17–19 years.
• Advanced knowledge of architectural design, documentation, materials, and construction methods for complex facilities.
• Experience delivering architecture for biopharmaceutical environments and GMP-aligned projects.

Mansioni

• Plans, coordinates, and reviews architectural design activities for complex pharmaceutical facilities.
• Provides architectural technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle and reviews deliverables for technical compliance.
• Develops discipline estimates, staffing, schedules, and work plans aligned with project scope and budget.
• Monitors discipline performance and ensures compliance with regulations, codes, and standards.
• Coordinates with clients and stakeholders on design deliverables and changes for technical compliance.
• Provides mentorship to architectural personnel and promotes biopharma expertise.

Conoscenze

Architectural design

Documentation

Building materials

Construction systems

Biopharma facilities

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in architecture

Descrizione del lavoro

• Relocation Authorized: National/International - Family
• Telework Type: Part-Time Telework
• Work Location: Various Work Locations USA

• Relocation Authorized: National/International - Family
• Telework Type: Part-Time Telework
• Work Location: Various Work Locations USA

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Job Summary

Bechtel M&T GBU is looking for an experienced Architecture Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Biopharmaceutical facilities to provide senior technical leadership for the planning, design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and delivery of pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical facilities. In this role, you will serve as the Architecture SME throughout conceptual design, basic design, detailed design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.

The SME serves as the architectural technical authority for facilities supporting manufacturing, laboratories, warehousing, utilities, administration, and associated operations. You will provide architectural solutions to support GMP requirements, contamination control, personnel and material flows, process operations, safety, regulatory compliance, constructability, maintainability, flexibility, and lifecycle performance. The position works closely with process, mechanical/HVAC, structural, electrical, fire protection, automation, validation, ESH, construction, commissioning, and operations teams to integrate facility architecture with process and building systems.

This position is designated as part-time telework per our global telework policy and may require at least three days of in-person attendance per week at the assigned office or project. Weekly in-person schedules will be determined by the individual and their supervisor, in consultation with functional or project leadership.

Major Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, and reviews architectural design activities for complex pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical facilities.
• Provides architectural technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle, including design criteria, interdisciplinary coordination, design reviews, constructability, and resolution of complex technical issues.
• Develops discipline estimates, staffing plans, schedules, and work plans aligned with project scope, budget, schedule, and execution requirements.
• Monitors discipline performance and ensures compliance with applicable regulations, codes, standards, project criteria, and biopharma facility requirements.
• Coordinates with clients and project stakeholders and reviews key architectural deliverables, supplier documents, specifications, drawings, and design changes for technical compliance.
• Provides technical guidance and mentorship to architectural personnel, promoting knowledge sharing and development of biopharma expertise.

Education And Experience Requirements

• Requires a bachelor's degree in architecture (or international equivalent) and 13-15 years of relevant experience or 17-19 years of relevant work experience

Required Knowledge And Skills

• Advanced knowledge of architectural design, documentation, building materials, construction systems, and construction methods applicable to complex industrial and biopharmaceutical facilities.
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate and resolve complex architectural and technical issues, including the selection of design strategies, building systems, materials, and facility-specific design solutions.
• Strong understanding of