Lead R&D Facility Master Planner & Lab Design Expert

McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture; Atlanta (GA); Presencial; USD 150.000 - 210.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture seeks a leadership-level professional to blend strategic client alignment with deep technical expertise for pharma, biotech, medical device and other advanced manufacturing environments. The role covers cGMP facilities, labs, and controlled spaces in renovations and new construction.

Responsibilities include translating complex requirements into functional building designs, leading planning across R&D and production environments, and advising on lab design,

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, science, engineering, or related field.
• 10-15 years of related experience in R&D facilities, chemical labs, or specialized planning within an AEC firm or industry.
• Strong leadership, client engagement, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Regulatory and safety compliance knowledge (cGMP, FDA) is preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Lead programming and planning efforts with project team and client.
• Be key contact and subject matter expert on client-facing team.
• Establish, track and maintain project programming and planning budget.
• Coordinate programming and planning efforts with other consultants including engineering, acoustics, wind/wake, industrial hygiene, and code.
• Actively work towards meeting sustainable initiatives, elevate sustainable design literacy and ensure that an integrated design process is occurring on all projects.

Conocimientos

Facility planning

Design leadership

Regulatory compliance

Project management

Client engagement

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related field

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

AI

Graphics software

Descripción del empleo

McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture seeks a leadership-level professional to blend strategic client alignment with deep technical expertise for pharma, biotech, medical device and other advanced manufacturing environments. The role covers cGMP facilities, labs, and controlled spaces in renovations and new construction.

Responsibilities include translating complex requirements into functional building designs, leading planning across R&D and production environments, and advising on lab design,