Burns & McDonnell ยท 2 weeks ago
Senior Process Architect - Life Science & Technology (Multiple Locations)
Burns & McDonnell is an engineering design firm that provides engineering, architecture, construction, and consulting services. The Senior Process Architect will lead the development of pharmaceutical and life science projects, creating world-class designs while managing project teams throughout the design and construction process.
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Responsibilities
Lead design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion for project needs and requirements that are set forth by clients and project colleagues
Develop, modify, and review production drawings for Life Science facilities
Participate in the development of project schedule, scope, budget staffing planning, and construction planning. Responsible for effective management of change orders
Applies knowledge and understanding of FDA, cGMP, and other concepts, practices, codes, and procedures within the industry
Demonstrated ability to develop designs in new or renovated facilities which integrate equipment, processes, and people
Experienced in developing Process Architect deliverables across the Life Sciences industry including but not limited to Animal Health, Biotechnology, and Pharmaceutical facilities
Demonstrated ability to identify operational efficiency and optimization to reduce facility footprint
Applies expert knowledge of commonly used architectural concepts, practices, codes, and procedures within the architectural industry. Compiles studies and reports. Writes specifications
Applies knowledge and experience to complex projects, and find's/develops non-standard design solutions
Quality review production drawings for a variety of projects and project-related data as required by the project managers to verify design compliance with project, client, and industry standards, including constructability
Quality review the construction administration including coordination with field personnel to resolve design-related installation issues, calculations, field inspections, and testing of materials
Leads field inspections, installation, measurements, or calculations for public and private clients
Prepare and present technical reports for clients and industry publications
Build effective relationships with existing clients, customers, and contractors and develop new business opportunities. Responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction goals and expectations are met
Participate in sales and marketing efforts and identify, lead, and manage key pursuits
Lead the development of cost proposals and qualification statements to achieve stated targets and standards for financial performance
Prepare, present, and manage project budgets and cost estimates. Report project performance
Provide leadership, guidance, and instruction to the architectural practice. Mentor and guide less experienced engineers
Responsible for QA/QC process adherence
Responsible for effective communication with other architectural teams
Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies
All other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Architecture degree from an accredited program is required
8 years of architectural experience, consulting preferred
Expert knowledge in standard architectural techniques and procedures
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Expert computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite)
Expert computer skills (e.g. BIM (Revit), Adobe Suites, and 3D rendering programs)
Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills
Expert attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills
Experience with leading the design for large projects and delegating work tasks to team members. Ability to lead execution of work and resolve issues in a team environment
Demonstrated critical thinking skills, and ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment
Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills
Ability to perform quality reviews for detailed architectural documents and specifications
Ability to travel
Preferred
Registered Architect preferred
Company
Burns & McDonnell
Burns & McDonnell is an engineering design firm and it provides engineering, architecture, construction, and consulting services.
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