Life Sciences Architect

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At GBA, we bring vision to life through collaboration, craftsmanship, and commitment. Our teams are driven by a shared passion for delivering high-quality, safe, and efficient projects that make an impact in the communities we serve.

GBA's Life Sciences team is seeking a Life Sciences Architect to support projects at our Lenexa, Kansas office. Join our team of architects and engineers serving biopharmaceutical and industrial manufacturers, CDMOs, and advanced therapy companies through every phase of facility development, from conceptual planning and detailed design to construction support.

• Assist senior architects with complex life sciences and industrial facility design projects.
• Perform detailed architectural design based on conceptual direction and project requirements.
• Develop and coordinate architectural plans, elevations, sections, technical details, and construction documents.
• Support reviews of architectural drawings for quality, accuracy, standards, and code compliance.
• Assist with programming and analysis of pharmaceutical, biotech, laboratory, R&D, and industrial spaces.
• Collaborate with process, MEP, structural engineers, interior designers, and construction teams.
• Work closely with process architects to ensure workflow efficiency, safety, and scalability of facility layouts.
• Participate in client meetings, design reviews, regulatory discussions, and project presentations.
• Incorporate sustainability, value engineering, and lifecycle considerations into design solutions.
• Support QA/QC processes for architectural deliverables and maintain high-quality documentation.

• Accredited professional degree in Architecture (B.Arch, M.Arch, or NAAB-equivalent).
• 5+ years of architectural experience in an A&E firm environment.
• Experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, cell & gene therapy, or lab design preferred.
• High proficiency in Revit, MS Office Suite, and Bluebeam;
  AutoCAD a plus.
• Experience with visualization tools such as Enscape, Twinmotion, or Navisworks.
• Understanding of OSHA, ADA, and International Building Codes.
• Ability to develop accurate as-built documentation during construction.
• Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills for client interface.
• Proven success working within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Ability to manage multiple complex tasks and maintain high-quality output.
• Demonstrated capability to support senior architects while executing work independently.
• Willingness for moderate travel (10–20%) for projects, training, and client engagements.

• Licensure:
  Architectural license in good standing with ability for NCARB reciprocal licensure
• Certifications:
  
  LEED AP, WELL AP, or similar sustainability credentials
• Process Integration:
  Understanding of process equipment integration and facility flow optimization for manufacturing environments
• Specialized
  
  Experience:
  
  Direct experience with biotech/pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities, clean rooms, and sterile processing environments
• Regulatory Expertise:
  Familiarity with cGMP standards, FDA regulations, and pharmaceutical manufacturing requirements

• Ability to move through active construction sites, including climbing ladders or navigating uneven areas.
• Ability to lift, carry, or move materials as required during field verifications.

This position requires moderate regional travel (10–20%) for project work, training, or client meetings.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life, accident, and disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid company holidays, floating holidays, and flexible time off
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness initiatives
• Opportunities for training, licensure support, and professional advancement

If you’re a driven architectural professional who thrives in technical environments and enjoys shaping facilities that support life-changing scientific work, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and build your future with GBA.

At GBA, we are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer promoting diversity in our workforce by including all individuals regardless of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law.