Senior S&T Project Planner I

Summary

Join CannonDesign as a leader and subject matter expert on large, complex science and technology (S&T) projects. You will lead teams, mentor colleagues, and advance the quality of our work on a significant 1.25 million square foot laboratory facility in San Francisco, CA. This role requires actively seeking innovative solutions, leading internal expert teams, publishing or presenting annually, and participating in marketing pursuits. You will collaborate with project teams, lead user group meetings, and communicate planning concepts effectively. The position also involves leading the development of architectural drawings and specifications, developing project scopes, incorporating sustainable design solutions, and maintaining strong client relationships.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Engineering or a related degree required
• Minimum 12 years of related experience required
• Must have previous experience performing as a subject matter expert on projects ranging from large, complex, or multiple projects for the S&T market
• Knowledge of building codes and requirements
• Must have advanced knowledge in discipline
• Must possess strong business acumen
• Must have the ability to be client facing with strong verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to lead less experienced team members
• Strong technical knowledge, coordination skills and the ability to build a rapport with the project team and client is essential
• Familiarity with Revit, Microsoft Office and Bluebeam required

Responsibilities

• Actively seek to further the state of the art within our industry and develop innovative solutions and responses as the needs of researchers evolve
• Lead internal Subject Matter Expert Teams
• Publish or Present at least one time per year
• Participate in marketing pursuits totaling $1M-$2M per year in Net Signed Fees
• Effectively collaborate with a project team to provide technical expertise in the programming and planning for projects
• Lead user group meetings to collect and refine program needs and assess space utilization
• Communicate planning concepts to project teams and owners, verbally and through graphic and written reports and work effectively with architectural designers to optimize plans that further owners’ goals and objectives
• Translate planning concepts into comprehensible terms for clients, designers, and project team members
• Lead the development, modification and/or review of planning concepts and solutions
• Lead the development of architectural drawings and specifications to translate planning concepts into project documentation for construction
• Develop project scope, plan, and services during the contract process
• Incorporate Integrated Sustainable Design solutions into projects
• Develop and maintain excellent relationships with existing and potential clients
• Provide guidance and advice to other designers and project leaders
• Other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience focus in Vivarium, Biology, Chemistry, or Instrumentation lab spaces is preferred
• Licensure or registration in the United States preferred
• LEED accreditation preferred

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Flexible spending account options
• Voluntary insurances
• Paid time off
• Flex-time schedules
• Remote work options
• 401k plan
• Employee perk programs
• Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonuses