Unispace
Real Estate
SeniorAssociate,Design-LifeSciences
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“Senior Associate, Design - Life Sciences at Unispace. Skills: Life Sciences design, Laboratory planning, Construction documentation. Lead and deliver design packages. Plan and develop laboratory environments”
What You'll Achieve.
Delivery of high-quality design solutions; Delivery of compliant design solutions; Delivery of innovative design solutions; Accuracy of construction documentation; Coordination of construction documentation; Effective collaboration across teams; Positive client feedback; Contribution to client relationships; Independently manage design scopes; Support project delivery; Consistent application of QA/QC standards; Contribution to team culture; Contribution to knowledge sharing; Contribution to design excellence
Industry & Context.
Solve complex challenges
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
5–8 years of experience in Life Sciences, laboratory or technical design environments, Understanding of laboratory planning, programming and design principles, Knowledge of technical and regulatory requirements for lab and workplace environments, Experience producing and coordinating construction documentation, Proficiency in Revit, Proficiency in other design tools (CAD, Adobe Suite, Excel), Communication skills, Presentation skills, Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary, integrated teams, Experience contributing to client presentations and design storytelling
Nice to Have
Exposure to corporate or campus-scale projects is beneficial
What You'll Do.
Lead and deliver design packages
Plan and develop laboratory environments
Collaborate closely with clients
Translate requirements into design solutions
Work in partnership with Design Principals
Deliver Unispace’s integrated methodology
Produce and coordinate technical design documentation
Ensure alignment with building codes
Ensure alignment with regulatory standards
Support construction administration
Ensure design intent is maintained
Apply QA/QC processes
Coordinate with consultants
Coordinate with engineers
Coordinate with delivery teams
Resolve technical challenges
Drive project outcomes
Develop design concepts
Present design concepts to clients
Present design concepts to stakeholders
Contribute to a culture of creativity
Contribute to a culture of collaboration
Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Integrated teams; Multidisciplinary teams; Global teams; Design teams; Planning teams; Delivery teams
Communication Scope
Client presentations; Design storytelling; Present design concepts
Full Job Description
At Unispace, we create spaces that empower people and businesses to thrive. We are a global design-build partner delivering workplace and life sciences projects for some of the world’s most innovative brands. With over 500 people across four continents, we bring together strategy, design, project management, and delivery into one seamless experience. Our integrated approach enables us to move with agility, solve complex challenges, and deliver meaningful outcomes for our clients. Our people are at the centre of everything we do. We foster a collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity, accountability, creativity, and continuous improvement. We believe diverse perspectives strengthen our teams and help us create better experiences for our clients and each other. At Unispace, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to impactful projects, work alongside talented global teams, and grow your career in an environment that encourages innovation and new ideas. Why you’re here You’re an experienced and confident Life Sciences designer ready to take the next step—owning key design packages, contributing to client relationships, and helping shape high-quality, technically complex environments. You bring strong lab planning expertise, thrive in integrated teams, and are passionate about delivering innovative, functional design solutions that meet both client and regulatory requirements. What you’re responsible for Lead and deliver design packages across projects of varying scale, supporting end-to-end project execution Plan and develop laboratory environments, including programming, layouts and technical coordination Collaborate closely with clients to understand requirements and translate them into effective design solutions Work in partnership with Design Principals and multidisciplinary teams to deliver Unispace’s integrated methodology Produce and coordinate technical design documentation, ensuring alignment with building codes and regulatory standards Support c
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