Life Sciences Lab Planner – Mid Level

Gensler; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & vision

401(k) plan

Bonus opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Gensler's Phoenix office seeks a Lab Planner to join our Flex 1 Studio, bringing deep expertise in pre-design, programming, and laboratory planning across specialty architectural environments.

You will collaborate with scientists, researchers, and end-users to develop planning strategies for retrofit, renovation, and new construction, delivering sustainable, innovative lab design solutions across private industry while mentoring the next generation of laboratory design professionals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture with 8+ years of relevant experience working with scientific teams.
• Proficiency in Revit is required.
• Strong understanding of laboratory programming and how design impacts space planning, operations, equipment needs, MEP systems, and casework.
• Extensive experience collaborating with senior management, scientists, lab managers/technicians, facilities personnel, and project managers to define and document programmatic requirements.
• LEED accreditation preferred;demonstratedcommitment to sustainable and resilient design.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate directly with clients, scientists, researchers, and end ‑ users to develop laboratory planning strategies for retrofit, renovation, and new construction projects.
• Provide innovative, sustainability ‑ focused lab planning solutions that support project goals and advance contemporary laboratory design, particularly in private industry.
• Design and documentation of laboratory facilities for a wide range of projects.
• Preparation of architectural drawings and service descriptions to convey planning concepts for project documentation and construction. Apply appropriate quality assurance and quality control methods throughout the project.
• Leading regular project meetings and presentations; Ensuring that the client is adequately informed about the progress of the project.
• Participation in user group meetings (department heads, experts, etc.) to grasp the requirements for laboratory specifications in technical facilities.
• Assist in the development of project scope, plan, and deliverables during the contracting process. Communication of planning concepts in a form that is understandable for customers, planners and project team members.
• Preparation of architectural drawings and service descriptions to convey planning concepts for project documentation and construction.
• Creation and revision of architectural documents, elevations, sections, details, etc.
• Predictive detection and development of solutions to technical and design problems while adhering to established standards.

Skills

Client collaboration

Communication

Lab programming

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

LEED accreditation

Tools

Revit

Job description

Gensler's Phoenix office seeks a Lab Planner to join our Flex 1 Studio, bringing deep expertise in pre-design, programming, and laboratory planning across specialty architectural environments.

You will collaborate with scientists, researchers, and end-users to develop planning strategies for retrofit, renovation, and new construction, delivering sustainable, innovative lab design solutions across private industry while mentoring the next generation of laboratory design professionals.