Junior Architectural Lab Planner

About UsClayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $8.1 billion in revenue for 2025, Clayco specializes in the "art and science of building," providing fast track, efficient solutions for mission critical, industrial, life sciences, power & energy, aviation, commercial, institutional, residential and sports & entertainment related building projects.About LJCLJC is a growing architecture, designand planning firm committed to creating and delivering design solutions thatimprove and enhance the human experience of the built environment. Youthful inoutlook, seasoned in experience, LJC offers a diverse portfolio of expertiseacross a range of project scales and typologies, including commercial, mixeduse and residential. We believe our work is a fundamental expression ofoptimism in the future, and that design is a means to effect positive, enduringchange.The Role We Want You ForLJC is looking to hire a Lab Planner to support ourteam and serve as a technical resource within the Life Sciences market sector. This individual will work closely with Senior Lab Planner and support the planning, programming, and design of complex laboratory and research facilities, working closely with clients, scientists, and multidisciplinary design teams to deliver high-performance, flexible, and compliant environments.The Lab Planner will contribute technical expertise, support user engagement, and participate in project delivery while continuing to expand their knowledge of laboratory operations, planning methodologies, and industry standards. The Specifics of the RoleSupport the planning, programming, and design of laboratory and research facilities across a range of life sciences project types.Develop laboratory layouts, workflows, and space requirements that optimize functionality, flexibility, safety, and adaptability.Integrate technical, operational, regulatory, and sustainability considerations into laboratory planning and design solutions.Collaborate with architects, engineers, and consultants to develop innovative, efficient, and buildable laboratory designs. Show understanding of applicable health, safety, and regulatory standards, including NIH, CDC, BSL, GMP, ISO, and LEED requirements.Support the planning and coordination of laboratory casework, furniture, equipment, and utility requirements. Support and facilitate user meetings, programming workshops, and stakeholder presentations to establish project goals and planning criteria.Mentor and develop junior lab planners, architects, and designers, supporting technical growth and professional development.Promote a culture of one-team collaboration across disciplines and offices.Travel, as required, to support client engagement, project pursuits, and planning efforts. RequirementsLab Planners at LJC possess:Bachelor’sor Master’s degree in Architecture, Laboratory Planning, Engineering, or arelated field. 5+ years of experience in laboratoryplanning and design within life sciences.Professionallicensure (RA) preferred but not required.Strong knowledgeof laboratory typologies, equipment, operational needs, and planningstrategies.Knowledgeof building codes, laboratory safety guidelines, and industry regulations.Proficiencyin Revit, AutoCAD, and other relevant planning and design tools.Strongproblem-solving, analytical, and critical-thinking skills.Strongcommunication and presentation abilities, including client-facingpresentations.Abilityto collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and clients.LEED accreditation ordemonstrated knowledge of sustainable laboratory design preferred.Experiencewith biosafety level (BSL) laboratories and/or cleanroom environmentspreferred. Some Things You Should KnowOur clients and projects are nationwideNo other builder can offer the collaborative design-build approach that Clayco does.We work on creative, complex, award-winning, high-profile jobs.The pace is fast!Why Clayco and LJC?2025 Best Places to Work – St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, and Phoenix Business Journal.2025 ENR Top 400 – Top Data Center Contractor (Top 3).2025 ENR Top 100 Design-Build Firms – Design-Build Contractor (Top 5).2025 ENR Top 100 Green Contractors – Green Contractor (Top 3).BenefitsDiscretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance.Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more! Compensation The salary range for this position considers a wide range of factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: Education, qualifications, skills, training, experience, certifications, internal equity, and location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The Clayco Nationwide salary range for this position is approximately $100,000 - $130,000 +/- annually (not adjusted for location).