The Perkins & Will Group Inc

Senior Project Architect: S&T Document Coordinator

The Perkins & Will Group Inc$128K — $189K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in architecture or related field required.
  • Architectural license essential.
  • 8-10 years of specialized experience in Science & Technology lab planning, vivarium experience a plus.
  • LEED GA certification expected within 6 months of hiring.
  • Living Design accreditation (e.g., LEED AP with Specialty, BREEAM AP) is required.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the drawing set for a sophisticated Lab Sciences building.
  • Direct project documentation and oversee QA/QC reviews at every development phase.
  • Ensure compliance with Perkins&Will standards throughout the project lifespan.
  • Coordinate architecture and engineering disciplines into a unified project team.
  • Act as the technical liaison for clients, translating requirements into building systems.
  • Oversee regulatory review and submissions for complex lab use permits.
  • Effectively administer construction contracts on technically complex builds.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions.
  • Professional development stipend and dedicated time for education.
  • Performance-based bonuses for individual contributions.
  • Access to affinity groups and leadership development programs.
  • Participate in team-building studio events.
Full Job Description
This role is part team management, part QA/QC. You live and breathe the drawing set, ensuring that all partners are aligned and the documentation is correct.

What You'll Own

  • Manage the drawing set of a complex, multi-discipline state of the art Lab Sciences building.
  • Direct project documentation and drawing production, and lead QA/QC reviews at every phase for accuracy, constructability, and completeness, with particular attention to MEP-intensive lab spaces.
  • Own QA adherence to Perkins&Will standards across the project lifecycle.
  • Coordinate architecture, interior design, and lab planning with mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and process engineering consultants into one functioning team.
  • Serve as the technical voice to the client, particularly research and facilities stakeholders who need a translator between programmatic requirements and building systems.
  • Manage regulatory review and AHJ submissions for building code, life safety, and hazardous materials, along with the specific permitting complexity of lab and research occupancies.
  • Run construction contract administration effectively on technically complex builds where a missed detail has operational consequences for the client's science.
  • Stay current on lab planning standards, containment strategies, and building technology relevant to Science & Tech work.
  • Mentor staff in a way that grows their judgment on technically demanding project types.


What You'll Bring

Technical range:

  • Deep technical documentation knowledge of building, zoning, and energy code fluency, plus familiarity with lab planning standards, vivariums and hazardous materials requirements.
  • Highly detailed with the ability to manage coordination of multiple disciplines and partners.
  • Consultant coordination across mechanical, electrical, and process engineering disciplines.
  • Client communication that doesn't require a translator.


Software:

  • Advanced Revit
  • Rhino/Grasshopper for conceptual and computational modeling
  • Microsoft 365 and Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Photoshop)
  • Enscape, Lumion, or V-Ray for visualization
  • Physical modeling: 3D printing, laser cutting
  • Environmental analysis tools such as Ladybug/Climate Studio a plus


Credentials:

  • Bachelor's degree in architecture or a related discipline, required
  • Architectural license
  • 8-10+ yrs S&T lab planning experience, vivarium experience a plus
  • LEED GA within 6 months of hire
  • One Living Design accreditation of your choosing: LEED AP with Specialty, BREEAM AP, WELL AP, SITES AP, CPHC/CPHD, or ILFI Living Future Accreditation


What You'll GetSalary range: $128,800-$189,300, commensurate with experience, education and skillset.

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan and paid time off
  • Professional development stipend and dedicated continuing education time
  • Performance-based bonuses
  • Access to firmwide affinity groups and leadership development programs
  • Studio initiatives and events; a team that actually likes each other


How To ApplySubmit a resume and a compact, representative portfolio (no larger than 4MB). Show us what you've led, not just what you've touched.

About The Perkins & Will Group Inc

The Perkins & Will Group is an architecture and design firm that was founded in 1935. The company has designed a wide range of buildings, including hospitals, schools, and corporate headquarters. Perkins & Will is known for its commitment to sustainability and has won numerous awards for its environmentally friendly designs. The company has offices in several countries around the world and has completed projects in more than 50 countries. In recent years, Perkins & Will has expanded its services to include urban planning and interior design.
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1935

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