Life Sciences Lab Planner: Design for Life

NBBJ Design; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

NBBJ is seeking a Lab Planner in the United States to lead laboratory planning for Life Sciences facilities, translating researcher needs into innovative lab designs. You will collaborate with clients and researchers to craft briefs, develop integrated concepts, and ensure designs meet technical, safety, and security criteria across the project lifecycle.

The role requires strong communication, extensive planning experience, and proficiency in tools like Revit, with a focus on delivering

Qualifications

• 10+ years of planning experience on complex facilities.
• Ability to speak with researchers and clients to identify needs.
• Experience producing accurate drawings and project deliverables on time.

Responsibilities

• Be one of the main client liaisons to determine laboratory brief and design criteria.
• Develop an integrated laboratory concept including environmental and equipment criteria.
• Coordinate scheduling and technical requirements through understanding the scientific mission and integrate with building concepts.
• Advocate for laboratory design within the project team and firm.
• Develop and coordinate room design criteria for projects and distribute to the project team.
• Develop and integrate laboratory equipment lists and casework layouts for projects.

Skills

Lab planning experience

Revit skills

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Tools

Revit

Job description

NBBJ is seeking a Lab Planner in the United States to lead laboratory planning for Life Sciences facilities, translating researcher needs into innovative lab designs. You will collaborate with clients and researchers to craft briefs, develop integrated concepts, and ensure designs meet technical, safety, and security criteria across the project lifecycle.

The role requires strong communication, extensive planning experience, and proficiency in tools like Revit, with a focus on delivering