{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"6492d5787f76065df6c3a2c3","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/6492d5787f76065df6c3a2c3","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/6492d5787f76065df6c3a2c3","title":"Lab Planner - Sciences","description":"General Information\nPosting Date\n01-27-2026\nTime Type\nFull-Time\nJob ID\n8786\nAreas of Expertise\nSciences\nJob Category\nArchitecture\nLocations\nSan Francisco, CA, US\nDescription\n\nYour Role\n\nGensler's San Francisco office is seeking a Lab Planner to join our Life Sciences Studio. In this role, you will bring deep expertise in pre-design, programming, and laboratory planning across a range of specialty architectural environments. As a subject matter expert, you excel in the design and documentation of complex laboratory facilities—including early‑stage research labs, clinical diagnostics spaces, vivarium and other technical GXP environments.\n\nYou pair strong client‑relationship skills with a portfolio of innovative, built design solutions. Working collaboratively with teams across the region and the broader Gensler network, you will help shape best‑in‑class, sustainability‑driven projects and advance discussions around design innovation. Join our dynamic team of designers and thinkers to help deliver transformative life sciences environments and mentor the next generation of laboratory design professionals.\n\n What You Will Do\n\nCollaborate directly with clients, scientists, researchers, and end‑users to develop laboratory planning strategies for retrofit, renovation, and new construction projects.\n\nProvide innovative, sustainability‑focused lab planning solutions that support project goals and advance contemporary laboratory design, particularly in private industry.\n\nAct as a technical advisor in academic, clinical, forensic, government, public health, or R&D markets.\n\nOversee technical documentation, perform quality control reviews, and develop plans, elevations, and details from verbal and written instructions.\n\nDirect project documentation in accordance with project‑specific checklists, Gensler standards, and QA/QC protocols.\n\nManage day‑to‑day client and project activities from initial planning through construction.\n\nLead relationships with clients, contractors, regulatory agencies, engineers, and specialty consultants.\n\nContribute to the development of materials that communicate the Life Sciences Practice Area’s portfolio, systems, and processes\n\nPartner with office and studio leaders to identify and recruit top talent.\n\nManage mid‑size to large project teams and mentor junior staff.\n\nYour Qualifications\n\n Licensed architect with a bachelor’s degree or higher in Architecture and 8+ years of experience working with scientific teams.\n\nProficiency in Revit is required.\n\nStrong understanding of laboratory programming and how design impacts space planning, operations, equipment needs, MEP systems, and casework.\n\nExtensive experience collaborating with senior management, scientists, lab managers/technicians, facilities personnel, and project managers to define and document programmatic requirements.\n\nLEED accreditation preferred; demonstrated commitment to sustainable and resilient design.\n\nTechnical expertise in laboratory and vivarium planning, including room/space development based on equipment and specialized requirements.\n\nAbility to work with end users to develop process flows, planning methodologies, and critical adjacencies to ensure efficient and flexible research environments.\n\nProven leadership experience managing client expectations, multidisciplinary teams, and project scope, schedule, and budget.\n\nAdvanced knowledge of architectural planning and design, construction documentation, construction administration, and code compliance.\n\nStrong presentation and communication skills, with the ability to articulate ideas in interviews and client presentations.\n\nSkilled in motivating and developing internal and external teams, with a commitment to mentoring junior staff.\n\nThis position may be based in either our San Francisco or Seattle office.\n\nFor consideration, please submit your cover letter, resume, and portfolio in PDF format.\n\nTo explore our Sciences sector, please visit: Sciences | Expertise | Gensler\n\nMeet our San Francisco, CA team: San Francisco | Offices | Gensler\n\n*The base salary will be estimated between $107,000 - $140,000, plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience\n\n**Notice: At Gensler an unlicensed Lab Planner will have the job title of Lab Designer and operate in this capacity for alignment with internal programs, doing business with clients, and compliance with industry and government regulations. If you have questions regarding this notice, please ask our Talent Acquisition team during the application process.\n\nLife at Gensler\n\nAt Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions to Wellbeing Week, our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests.\n\nWe encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities. Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets.\n\nAs part of the firm’s commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.\n\n#LI-SK1\n\n NOTICE TO APPLICANTS\n\n We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer of choice. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state and local law.\n\n Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with federal, state and local law.\n\n See also Know your rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal , right to work and E-verify program , as required by law.\n\n Gensler endeavors to make gensler.com/careers accessible to all applicants. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us .\n\n Regarding Gensler’s approach to recruiting new talent, we will never ask an applicant for sensitive or personal financial information during the recruitment process. We advise all applicants seeking employment with Gensler to review available information on recruitment fraud . 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In this role, you will bring deep expertise in pre-design, programming, and laboratory planning across a range of specialty architectural environments. As a subject matter expert, you excel in the design and documentation of complex laboratory facilities—including early‑stage research labs, clinical diagnostics spaces, vivarium and other technical GXP environments.\n\nYou pair strong client‑relationship skills with a portfolio of innovative, built design solutions. Working collaboratively with teams across the region and the broader Gensler network, you will help shape best‑in‑class, sustainability‑driven projects and advance discussions around design innovation. Join our dynamic team of designers and thinkers to help deliver transformative life sciences environments and mentor the next generation of laboratory design professionals.\n\n What You Will Do\n\nCollaborate directly with clients, scientists, researchers, and end‑users to develop laboratory planning strategies for retrofit, renovation, and new construction projects.\n\nProvide innovative, sustainability‑focused lab planning solutions that support project goals and advance contemporary laboratory design, particularly in private industry.\n\nAct as a technical advisor in academic, clinical, forensic, government, public health, or R&D markets.\n\nOversee technical documentation, perform quality control reviews, and develop plans, elevations, and details from verbal and written instructions.\n\nDirect project documentation in accordance with project‑specific checklists, Gensler standards, and QA/QC protocols.\n\nManage day‑to‑day client and project activities from initial planning through construction.\n\nLead relationships with clients, contractors, regulatory agencies, engineers, and specialty consultants.\n\nContribute to the development of materials that communicate the Life Sciences Practice Area’s portfolio, systems, and processes\n\nPartner with office and studio leaders to identify and recruit top talent.\n\nManage mid‑size to large project teams and mentor junior staff.\n\nYour Qualifications\n\n Licensed architect with a bachelor’s degree or higher in Architecture and 8+ years of experience working with scientific teams.\n\nProficiency in Revit is required.\n\nStrong understanding of laboratory programming and how design impacts space planning, operations, equipment needs, MEP systems, and casework.\n\nExtensive experience collaborating with senior management, scientists, lab managers/technicians, facilities personnel, and project managers to define and document programmatic requirements.\n\nLEED accreditation preferred; demonstrated commitment to sustainable and resilient design.\n\nTechnical expertise in laboratory and vivarium planning, including room/space development based on equipment and specialized requirements.\n\nAbility to work with end users to develop process flows, planning methodologies, and critical adjacencies to ensure efficient and flexible research environments.\n\nProven leadership experience managing client expectations, multidisciplinary teams, and project scope, schedule, and budget.\n\nAdvanced knowledge of architectural planning and design, construction documentation, construction administration, and code compliance.\n\nStrong presentation and communication skills, with the ability to articulate ideas in interviews and client presentations.\n\nSkilled in motivating and developing internal and external teams, with a commitment to mentoring junior staff.\n\nThis position may be based in either our San Francisco or Seattle office.\n\nFor consideration, please submit your cover letter, resume, and portfolio in PDF format.\n\nTo explore our Sciences sector, please visit: Sciences | Expertise | Gensler\n\nMeet our San Francisco, CA team: San Francisco | Offices | Gensler\n\n*The base salary will be estimated between $107,000 - $140,000, plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience\n\n**Notice: At Gensler an unlicensed Lab Planner will have the job title of Lab Designer and operate in this capacity for alignment with internal programs, doing business with clients, and compliance with industry and government regulations. If you have questions regarding this notice, please ask our Talent Acquisition team during the application process.\n\nLife at Gensler\n\nAt Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions to Wellbeing Week, our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests.\n\nWe encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities. Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets.\n\nAs part of the firm’s commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.\n\n#LI-SK1\n\n NOTICE TO APPLICANTS\n\n We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer of choice. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state and local law.\n\n Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with federal, state and local law.\n\n See also Know your rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal , right to work and E-verify program , as required by law.\n\n Gensler endeavors to make gensler.com/careers accessible to all applicants. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us .\n\n Regarding Gensler’s approach to recruiting new talent, we will never ask an applicant for sensitive or personal financial information during the recruitment process. We advise all applicants seeking employment with Gensler to review available information on recruitment fraud . Anyone who suspects that they have been contacted by someone falsely representing Gensler should email talentacquisition@gensler.com .","datePosted":"2026-08-19T20:06:13.204Z","dateModified":"2026-08-19T20:06:13.204Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Gensler2","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Millbrae","addressRegion":"CA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"6492d5787f76065df6c3a2c3"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/6492d5787f76065df6c3a2c3"}}