Life Sciences Sector Leader - Biotech Facility Design

Harley Ellis Devereaux (HED); Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Harley Ellis Devereaux (HED) seeks a Life Science Sector Leader to drive strategic vision and growth for biotech facility design. The role blends leadership with technical expertise to deliver compliant, scalable environments for pharma, biotech, and medical device clients.

You will lead cross-functional teams, guide business development, and shape market strategies across the life sciences sector in a hybrid role.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of life sciences facility design experience
• Proven track record in business development and client relationship management
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Familiarity with GMP, FDA, EMA regulatory standards

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the practice's strategic plan aligned with corporate goals.
• Lead design proposals for biotech labs, pilot plants, and GMP spaces.
• Represent the company at biotech industry events and thought leadership forums.
• Build and maintain client relationships to expand market share in life sciences.
• Oversee design execution ensuring regulatory compliance and sustainability.

Skills

Leadership

Strategy

Business development

Client relations

Biotech facility design

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related field

Tools

BIM

Revit

Modular design

Job description

Harley Ellis Devereaux (HED) seeks a Life Science Sector Leader to drive strategic vision and growth for biotech facility design. The role blends leadership with technical expertise to deliver compliant, scalable environments for pharma, biotech, and medical device clients.

You will lead cross-functional teams, guide business development, and shape market strategies across the life sciences sector in a hybrid role.