Architecture - Lab Planner (SF/SEA) Job Listing at HOK in Seattle, WA (Job ID 42)

Description

Assists the laboratory project planning effort toward the successful completion of complex technology facilities; provides overall programming, master planning, lab design planning; communicates with clients/user groups to understand project requirements; represents the firm as a technical expert.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Leadership

• Provides advanced technical knowledge in the laboratory planning and programming of various-sized pharmaceutical, academic research, biotech, or other emerging technical facilities.
• Provides technical planning expertise and leadership for laboratory facilities in the areas of programming, design, fit-out planning, equipment planning, MEP systems integration planning casework specification and construction administration
• Mentors and directs the work of less experienced staff, may participate in professional development reviews and “Lessons Learned” sessions.
• Incorporates Integrated Sustainable Design solutions into projects.
• Develops and maintains excellent relationships with existing and potential clients.  Participates in selected marketing and business development opportunities.
• Actively seeks new knowledge in the design and planning of laboratories within technical facilities.
• Participates actively in the firm-wide Science + Technology Market within HOK.
• Assures HOK document standards are met and archives documents appropriately. 
• Actively participates in industry associations to ensure visibility.
• Takes personal responsibility for fostering a green workplace through sustainable work practices.
• Fosters a culture of external and internal client service.

Teamwork

• Participates in user group meetings (heads of departments, specialists, etc.) to collect program needs for laboratory specifications in technical facilities.
• Develops a comprehensive understanding of clients' program requirements and standards and policies for completion.
• Assists in the design development, modification and/or review of laboratory planning concepts and solutions.
• Assists in developing project scope, plan, and services during the contract process. Translates planning concepts into comprehensible terms for clients, designers and project team members.
• Assists in establishing overall project budgets and milestone schedules in coordination with project managers, architect and project engineers.
• Communicates planning concepts to project teams, both verbally and through graphic and written reports.
• Develops architectural drawings and specifications to communicate planning concepts for project documentation and construction.
• Prepares and modifies architectural documents, elevations, sections, details, etc.
• Anticipates and develops solutions to technical and design problems following established standards. 
• Applies proper QA/QC methods throughout project.  May lead this effort.
• May lead periodic project meetings and presentations; ensure client is adequately briefed on project progress.
• Assists in the development of standard materials that describe the portfolio, systems, processes and people of the Science + Technology Group.
• Sets up project team software parameters and manages standards.
• May prepare 2D and 3D presentation/design drawings and build models for client/project team review.

 EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in architecture or equivalent in education or experience required, laboratory design certification preferred. Master's degree preferred. 
• 5 years' experience focused on programming and planning of all phases of a variety of laboratory types such as:  vivarium, bio-containment, research, teaching (science), pharmaceutical, public health, clinical, process and manufacturing facilities.
• Architecture license preferred.
• LEED accreditation or Green Associate preferred.

OTHER:

• Travel may be required.
• Overtime may be required.
• The job duties and requirements that this document describes may be altered or supplemented at any time at the sole discretion of HOK.