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OneFourTwo Design Group (142) is a design-forward architecture firm operating as a strategic partner within a design-build platform. We work at the intersection of design excellence, speed, and executionserving sophisticated clients who value clarity, accountability, and results. Our Life Sciences group is a growing priority, and we are looking for a senior leader to help scale it.
We are seeking an experienced Life Sciences architect and market leader to help grow, lead, and deliver our Life Sciences practice. This role is equal parts seller and doersomeone who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and is comfortable wearing multiple hats. This person will work closely with Life Sciences leadership to pursue, win, and execute work, while building a high-performing team with support from our established design staff.
We are dedicated to the well-being of our associates and are proud to have award-winning office cultures. Our compensation and benefits package not only supports our associates and their families but benefits local communities and communities around the world.
- Industry-leading performance-based bonus program
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Traditional and Roth 401k
- Tuition reimbursement (including exam fees for licensure)
- Scholarship for associates children up to $28,000 per child
- 1-month paid sabbatical after every five years of employment, plus $5,000 for travel
- 1-week paid volunteer leave each year
- 100% charitable match
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
- 100% paid 12-week maternity leave
At OneFourTwo Design Group,our first core value is to treat people fairly and do the right thing. We are proud to be a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. From recruiting, training, and hiring practices to selecting our subcontractors, we understand that diversity of all those involved in the construction process enhances our ability to deliver the best solutions to our customers. We hire the best and the brightest from across the country constructing a team of experts in architecture, design, engineering, project management, and business services.
Business Development & Market Leadership
- Partner with design-build leadership to pursue and win Life Sciences projects
- Serve as a client-facing leader in proposals, presentations, interviews, and strategic discussions
- Leverage industry relationships and reputation to generate new opportunities
- Help define and communicate 142s value proposition within a design-build environment
- Represent the firm at industry events, networking opportunities, and client engagements
Project Leadership & Delivery
- Serve as Principal-in-Charge and/or Project Executive on key projects
- Guide projects from early concept through execution, balancing design quality, schedule, and cost
- Deliver an exceptional client experience through clear communication and proactive leadership
- Collaborate seamlessly with design-build partners, consultants, and internal teams
Team Building & Leadership
- Build and grow a Life Sciences team over time, with support from 142s existing staff and leadership
- Mentor architects and designers, setting expectations for quality, accountability, and client service
- Help establish scalable processes, standards, and best practices for the group
Strategic Vision & Design Leadership
- Provide design direction and maintain high design standards
- Contribute strategic insight to market positioning and practice growth
- Encourage innovation, collaboration, and forward-thinking design solutions
- Help shape how design excellence integrates with speed and execution
Why Join 142 and Our Design-Build Partners
- Opportunity to shape and grow a regional practice, not just maintain one
- Access to a strong design-build platform with real project momentum
- Direct influence on client relationships, pursuits, and team growth
- Work with sophisticated clients on complex, high-impact projects
- Culture focused on ownership, accountability, collaboration, and long-term relationships
- Bachelors or Masters in Architecture & 10+ years of experience, at least 5 years in Life Sciences Architecture (F&D, lab, GMP manufacturing, etc.)
- Proven success developing client relationships and winning work
- Strong presence in meetings, presentations, and client interactions
- Demonstrated leadership experience building and mentoring teams
- Strong design sensibility with practical delivery understanding
- Strategic thinker with entrepreneurial mindset
- Established industry credibility in Life Science and professional network preferred
- Licensed Architect preferred
- Collaborative, relationship-driven, no-ego leadership style
- Alignment with both 142s design-driven approach and design-build execution environment
At OneFourTwo, we believe that every structure has a unique story to tell. Our journey began with a passion for creating spaces that seamlessly blend form and function. Over the years we have evolved into a dynamic team of architects and engineers committed to delivering excellence. Whether youre embarking on a new project or revitalizing an existing space, OneFourTwo Design Group is here to turn your vision into reality. Lets build something extraordinary together!
OneFourTwo does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies without pre-approval from OneFourTwos Human Resource team. Pre-approval is required before any external candidate can be submitted. OneFourTwo will not be responsible for fees related to unsolicited resumes and for candidates who are sent directly to our hiring managers.
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