Design Manager/Project Manager - Sciences

What You Will Do

• Participate in the growth of Gensler’s Life Sciences Practice Area through industry, marketing, and business development activities 

• Network in the industry to identify and pursue project opportunities in the Sciences market 

• Provide leadership to client and teams by communicating and coordinating project objectives, contract scope, terms, and schedule 

• Work directly with clients, scientists, researchers and related end-users and Gensler team to develop laboratory planning strategies at all levels of detail, including new construction and renovations 

• Oversee innovative design strategies on multiple projects as well as client, team and project coordination 

• Provide Subject Matter leadership on design and construction strategies for architectural and engineering systems on life science projects with an ability to lead project teams through the decision-making process to deliver high value, safe, responsive, sustainable, flexible, and robust facilities 

• Prepare project proposals and negotiate contracts and fees 

• Assist in developing project scope, plan, and services during the contract process 

• Manage scheduling, budgets, staffing, and project set-up with clients, sub-consultants, vendors and contractors 

• Assist with the process of bidding projects to multiple general contractors 

• Offer and support creative, sustainability-focused laboratory planning, technical design and detailing decisions that are in line with project goals, yet pushing the envelope beyond traditional approaches to lab design 

• Provide technical lab, documentation oversight and quality control (QC) reviews

Your Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in Architecture inclusive of 5+ years’ experience focused on science facilities such as:  biology, cell/gene therapy, chemistry, academic research, teaching (science), pharmaceutical, cGMP process manufacturing, public health, clinical, vivarium, and/or bio-containment 

• Significant experience with programming, planning, design, and construction phases on science projects including laboratory research facilities with related workplace environments 

• Knowledge of laboratory planning, design, construction documents, construction administration, and project construction cost monitoring for lab facilities 

• Experience leading programming and planning for science facilities with end-users is a plus 

• Current participation with community, industry, and professional science organizations is a plus 

• Relationships with decision-makers in academic, institutional and/or corporate end-user science organizations is a plus 

• Experience negotiating project scope, fees, managing project financial performance, and ensuring fiscal responsibility for projects 

• Experience with the full project lifecycle, from programming through post-occupancy 

• Experience with Collaborative / Integrated Project Delivery and Lean Delivery methods 

• Knowledge of building codes, standards and building structures 

• Experience with project management software, such as MS Project, a plus 

• Working knowledge of Virtual Design and Construction 

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture or related field 

• Professional license or certification required 

• LEED accreditation preferred 

• Excellent communication skills

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This is not a hybrid or remote position. If you’re open to relocating to theHouston, Texas area, please apply! Non-local candidates are welcome. U.S. News & World Report’s2023-2024 study ranks Houston in the top 10 places to live in Texas!

Life at Gensler

As a people-first organization, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions to “Well-being Week,” our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests.

We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities. Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets.

As part of the firm’s commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.