Job: Senior Process Architect/Facility Planner

Location: Lenexa, KS or Broomfield, CO

Design with Purpose. Guide Planning for Complex Life Sciences Facilities.

At GBA, we’re a collaborative team of architects, engineers, and technical specialists dedicated to delivering integrated solutions for highly technical environments.

We’re seeking a Senior Life Sciences Facility Planner / Process Architect to support front-end planning and early design strategy for pharmaceutical, biotech, and advanced manufacturing facilities.

This role sits at the intersection of operations, process planning, and architecture — shaping how facilities function before detailed design begins.

What You’ll Do

• Lead programming workshops and client planning meetings for small to mid-sized projects, and support planning strategy on larger multidisciplinary efforts.
• Facilitate operational planning discussions, aligning business goals, process flow, and spatial strategy during early project phases.
• Translate client requirements into clear space plans, adjacency strategies, and integrated facility layouts.
• Apply regulatory and cGMP planning considerations in collaboration with senior subject matter experts.
• Participate in feasibility studies, master planning efforts, and front-end loading (FEL) initiatives.
• Contribute to elevations, visual studies, and renderings that communicate design intent.
• Work across a diverse portfolio including:
  • Greenfield pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities
  • Renovations and facility optimizations
  • Laboratories and technical environments
  • Offices and warehouse/distribution spaces
• Coordinate closely with GBA’s integrated in-house team of architects, engineers, and preconstruction professionals.
• Help resolve planning and layout challenges within complex regulated environments.
• Mentor junior staff and support team development.
• Manage multiple projects concurrently, primarily through early design phases (~30%).

Depending on experience and demonstrated capability, you may independently lead smaller projects or guide significant portions of larger efforts with support from senior technical leadership.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in architecture, facility planning, or process-driven environments — preferably life sciences or regulated industries.
• Strong expertise in space planning, adjacency development, and facility layout strategy.
• Working knowledge of cGMP environments and regulatory considerations.
• Experience facilitating programming workshops and client planning sessions.
• Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication and coordination skills within multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong interest in front-end planning and client engagement; this is not a production-focused role.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity in early project phases and helping clients bring structure to complex operational challenges.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At GBA, you’ll be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team where experienced professionals work together to shape high-performing life sciences facilities. You’ll have opportunities to lead meaningful portions of work while supported by a strong bench of technical experts — allowing you to expand your impact and continue growing your leadership and technical depth. We offer a people-first culture and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you personally and professionally, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life, accident, and disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness initiatives
• Paid company holidays, floating holidays, and flexible time off
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities
• Salary ranges from $100,000 - $135,000/year based on experience level and location.

Growth Opportunity

You’ll work alongside experienced technical leaders, gaining exposure to complex regulated facilities while developing skills in programming facilitation, regulatory planning, and strategic facility design.

Join Our Team

If you’re passionate about front-end planning, guiding early project decisions, and translating complex operational needs into thoughtful facility solutions, we’d love to connect.

At GBA, we are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer promoting diversity in our workforce by including all individuals regardless of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law.