Principal, Process Architecture

Principal, Process Architecture – BW Design Group

We are a dynamic and growing firm focused on building a culture of excellence. Work across our 45 U.S. offices with a team of over 1500 professionals, help our clients shape the world around them, and grow into a world‑class consultant and leader.

What You’ll Do

• Work with the Life Science Commercial Team on initial client contact and stakeholder alignment.
• Lead front‑end design programming for pharmaceutical and biotechnology manufacturing facilities, including site survey, space programming, equipment evaluation/selection, economic analysis, risk assessments, and regulatory impact reviews.
• Perform technical business development: deliver DG capabilities presentations, contribute to proposal development, author publications and white papers, and present at industry conferences.
• Provide technical leadership in designing and scoping life‑science projects from inception through delivery of drawings and specifications.
• Develop comprehensive facility master plans and long‑term capital roadmaps aligned with business growth and technology adoption.
• Design facility layouts, building systems, and infrastructure for multiple manufacturing modalities.
• Coordinate integration of equipment into facility infrastructure and architectural design.
• Create scalable facility architectures that support expansion, equipment replacement, and technology modernization.
• Ensure compliance with FDA, EMA, ICH Q7, and applicable building/safety codes.
• Support construction projects during permitting, bidding, contract awards, procurement, implementation, and sequencing, utilizing BIM.
• Utilize Autodesk Revit, Recap, and Navisworks software.
• Define, develop, and oversee integrated EPCMV projects within budget and schedule.
• Maintain current industry standards, innovate best practices, and incorporate regulatory requirements into project scopes.
• Oversee and mentor designers and technical professionals.
• Develop and maintain client relationships, including generating billable fees commensurate with experience and industry standards.
• Interface with BW Design Group professionals to maintain cohesive solutions and resolve complex technical issues.
• Provide technical training to clients and internal teams.
• Make an impact day‑to‑day, strengthening relationships with clients and team members.

What You’ll Bring

• Minimum of 20 years of facilities architectural design experience, including project programming, construction documents, permit acquisition, and site implementation.
• Experience designing cGMP manufacturing and lab facilities.
• Leadership experience in front‑end phases of design (master planning, feasibility study, conceptual design).
• Understanding of operating facility requirements, general arrangement drawings, operational flows, adjacency schemes, environmental classifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal building codes (IBC particularly).
• Experience designing greenfield facilities and renovating existing buildings.
• Experience designing ISO clean rooms, labs, and processing spaces.
• Experience designing cold storage and refrigerated processing environments.
• Preferred experience coordinating design with process engineers on industrial equipment installation.
• Experience interfacing with clients and building long‑term relationships.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Microsoft Office, and Microsoft Project (preferred).
• Willingness to travel for project requirements, including installation, start‑up activities, client meetings, trainings, and industry events.
• Bachelor of Architecture required.
• Registered Architect (RA) license (NCARB preferred).
• Master of Architecture preferred.

Benefits

• Our culture supports mutual respect, integrity, and personal success.
• Access to professional development resources, First Year Experience program, Individual Development Plans, and Career Path resources.
• Opportunity to build a meaningful and fulfilling career under exceptional talent and mentorship.

Salary range

$200,000 – $300,000. Final compensation may vary based on background, skills, location, and other factors.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Education and Training