Architecture, Life Science and Laboratory Focus

Job overview

The Architecture, Life Science and Laboratory Focus role is hybrid, based in SMMA’s Cambridge, MA office. The approximate pay range is $75,000–$105,000 per year. SMMA is an integrated architecture, engineering, interior design, and planning firm working across markets that include life sciences, technology, education, government, and workplace. The role exists to contribute architectural design and documentation expertise to technical projects, coordinating with project teams and engineering disciplines to develop design solutions and communicate them to clients. The position supports projects through design, documentation, budgeting, and construction administration.

What you'll do

• Organize and contribute to complex technical projects
• prepare design presentations, renderings, and reports
• develop schematic design, design development, and construction document sets
• coordinate with internal and external engineering disciplines
• lead or support client design and programming presentations
• develop code approaches with subject matter experts
• contribute to construction and project budgets
• assist with construction administration, including submittals, RFIs, and bulletins
• coordinate programming and project information.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

architecture

life science

laboratory design

smma

cambridge ma

hybrid

technical projects

schematic design

design development

construction documents

bim

architectural licensure

$75k–$105k per year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Employee Stock Ownership Program, hybrid work-from-home policy, paid time off, company-funded Massachusetts Paid Family and Medical Leave, company-paid dental and life insurance, 401(k) matching, employee assistance program, mentorship, educational reimbursement, and licensure and membership reimbursement.

Why this role

Seeks a design professional with 4–10 years of experience. A bachelor’s or professional degree is required; architectural licensure is in progress, and LEED, WELL, or other sustainability credentials are a plus. Hybrid work-from-home policy is listed; H-1B visa sponsorship is not offered.

About the employer

SMMA is hiring for this role. Industry: Architectural Services. Sector: 54.