Senior Process Architect - Consumer & Solutions; Minneapolis

Description

The Senior Architect
- Process will lead in the development of pharmaceutical and life science projects teams to create world‑class designs for Consumer & Life Solutions Clients. The Senior Architect
- Process will lead the project team throughout the design and construction process and integrate process systems into the resulting architectural concepts and plans according to budget constraints, environmental factors, or client needs.

• 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 findings/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.

• Bachelor Degree in Architecture from an NAAB accredited program and 8 years related experience
• Master Degree in Architecture from an NAAB accredited program and 7 years related experience
• Minimum eight years of architectural experience preferred.
• Registered architect preferred.
• Portfolio demonstrating design and graphic presentation skills is preferred.
• Expert knowledge of standard architectural concepts, including building codes, ADA standards, exterior envelope design, technical detailing, and specification writing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a problem‑solving environment and demonstrate critical thinking skills.
• Expert software and computer skills preferred, including BIM (Revit), Adobe Creative Suite, and 3D rendering software.
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, and organization.
• Experience in leading design teams for large, complex projects, delegating tasks, and guiding internal and client groups towards successful design outcomes.
• Ability to…