Lab Planner

We are currently seeking an Lab Planner to join our team. As a Lab Planner, you are responsible for assisting 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 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.