Senior Process Architect

Genesis AEC; Center Square (PA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Schedule flexibility

Job summary

Genesis AEC is seeking a Sr. Process Architect to lead cGMP-focused projects, coordinating with architects and engineers to develop reliable process-oriented facilities.

You will manage programming, planning, and documentation from concept through construction, interfacing with clients to define requirements and deliver compliant designs. Applicants bring 10+ years in process architecture, strong Revit/MS Office skills, and a track record of regulatory knowledge across FDA/EU/cGMP environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master of Architecture or related field with demonstrated cGMP planning experience.
• 10+ years of process architecture experience.
• Knowledge of FDA, EU, cGMP regulations and building codes.
• Technical proficiency in Revit and MS Office.
• Excellent communication and graphic communication skills.
• Ability to travel occasionally.
• Ability to interpret building program requirements and generate design options.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic development of process-focused projects within a multidisciplinary team.
• Develop designs for new or renovated facilities integrating equipment, processes, and people.
• Meet with clients and process engineering to assess needs and create architecture program.
• Develop concepts through construction documentation with coordination among disciplines.
• Delegate tasks to support team and mentor junior staff.
• Attend client presentations and project meetings; travel as required.

Skills

Revit

MS Office

Communication

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Architecture degree with cGMP experience

Job description

We’re Genesis AEC – an award-winning architecture, engineering, construction management, and CQV firm and a leader in the life sciences industry. Ranked #5 in Pharmaceutical Design by ENR magazine, we’re designing and constructing facilities that advance worldwide health. We’re proud to contribute to our Clients’ success, earning honors that include a 2021 ISPE Facility of the Year (FOYA) award and an ENR Mid-Atlantic’s Best Manufacturing Project award for our work at the National Institutes of Health.

Our culture is based on inclusion, one where all identities, backgrounds, and perspectives are embraced. When you’re on our team, you’ll find you are supported, challenged, and Encouraged to grow – with opportunities, training, and a work-life balance to help you succeed.

Genesis might be a great fit for you if:

• You enjoy problem-solving and discovering creative, effective solutions.
• You’re looking for a company that values and promotes professional and personal growth and development.
• You enjoy the details of great design and know that anything worth doing is worth doing well.
• You think on your feet and seek the “a-ha!” moments that come from team collaboration.
• You’re motivated and driven to help us, and our clients, make a difference in the world!

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

The Sr. Process Architect works on various projects with focus on highly technical buildings and spaces required to comply with cGMP regulations. Working alongside other team members including project architects and process engineers, this role includes oversight of the entire design process on cGMP-focused projects and assists in a more specialized capacity to provide technical expertise on smaller process-focused projects. The Sr. Process Architect also communicates with clients/user groups to understand project requirements and develops trusting relationships.

Responsibilities of the Role:

• As a key member of our multidisciplinary team, you must be a collaborative and effective communicator who thrives in a team environment and can lead the strategic development of process-focused projects. Strong interpersonal skills are required to collaborate with both internal and client-facing teams.
• demonstrated ability to develop designs in new or renovated facilities that integrate equipment, processes, and people.
• Meets with clients and process engineering to assess needs and develop an associated project architectural program.
• Develops ideas from conceptual design through construction documentation and ensures proper coordination and design input with the other disciplines on the team.
• Completes tasks associated with programming and concept planning, including the ability to delegate work to a support team.
• Participates in research, selection, and specification of process architectural building components.
• Oversees development of process architecture-related construction drawings and specifications that incorporate client, regulatory, and industry standards.
• Mentors, motivates, and inspires junior staff and assists in their professional development without the need for additional oversight to do so.
• Attends industry-specific social and educational events to stay up to date on the process architecture industry best practices and for networking and professional development.
• Build and develop client, business, and industry relationships, including identifying and leading pursuits of new opportunities.
• Collaborate with marketing to develop and maintain qualifications, project portfolios, and other marketing materials.
• Grow client base through the delivery of excellent services.
• Grow with client base through frequent, direct client interaction and leveraging of business intelligence.
• Author, review, and collaborate on process-focused proposals.
• Attend and participate in client presentations and project meetings when required.
• Travels as required for client development and project execution.

Education, Qualifications and Work Experience

• Bachelor of Architecture or Master’s of Architecture, or degree in a related field with demonstrated cGMP planning experience.
• At least 10 years of related experience in a Process Architect role.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering architectural projects from concept to completion, demonstrating a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of regulatory requirements (FDA, EU, cGMP, etc.), building codes, construction materials, and industry best practices.
• Technical proficiency in Revit and MS Office software.
• Excellent communication skills – including speaking, writing, and graphic communication - are a must. This includes being able to speak confidently and concisely, leading conversations in the programming and planning phases of a project, and developing materials to support those conversations.
• Can interpret building program requirements and effectively generate architectural design options and solutions.
• Flexibility to travel (occasionally to moderate, depending on project location)
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to work on more than one project at a time

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT HERE

• Ourcollaborative and positive culturesets us apart
• We offer schedule flexibility, including 9-hour days Monday-Thursday and 4-hour Fridays, all year long; daily hours that work with your commuting or personal obligations; and ahybrid work week.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and Rx insuranceplans, withtwo-thirds of your premiums and deductible paid!
• Competitive 401k match program
• Generous paid time off
• Thought leadership opportunities, including a$1,000 awardfor presenting or publishing your technical expertise!
• Competitive company-paid trainingopportunities
• A 5% salary increasefor earning your professional license!
• Flexible opportunitiesto grow your career