Infusing New Life Into Life Sciences


Life sciences facilities need to balance speed, quality, cost and technical complexity — all while adhering to regulations — to remain competitive in one of the fastest-growing sectors of the global economy.

We create modern facilities for medical and scientific advancement. We design and build facilities and processes that help improve human and animal lives through the creation of products in the life sciences space. From research and ideation to accelerated commercialization, manufacturing, design, construction and environmental compliance, we help clients solve complex problems.

 

We generate value by understanding the entire project picture and integrating the highly technical and detailed engineering required for these spaces with constructability and cost controls.

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in Laboratory Engineering Firms (BD+C 2024)

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in Top 100 Design-Build Firms (ENR 2025)

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in Pharmaceuticals Design Firms (ENR 2025)

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in Industrial Process Design Firms (ENR 2025)

75+

offices worldwide

90%

repeat customers

Services & Solutions

Integrated design-build is about streamlining processes from conception to completion. Our proven capabilities and extensive experience create a compelling opportunity for clients seeking to streamline project delivery and build stronger long-term partnerships. As a fully integrated solutions provider, Burns & McDonnell delivers end-to-end services — including feasibility studies, site master planning, detailed engineering, construction, retrofits, commissioning and more — providing efficiency, consistency and measurable results at every stage of the project life cycle.

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Markets We Serve

Animal Health

Biologics

Cell & Gene Therapy

Medical Devices

Nutraceuticals

Pharmaceuticals

The Burns & McDonnell team was professional, diligent and hardworking throughout this project. Their efforts were integral to our success in executing this work within the imposed logistical constraints and deadlines.

Engineer and Project Manager

Multinational Pharmaceuticals Manufacturer

FEATURED PROJECT

Monoclonal Antibody Manufacturing Capacity Expansion

Our team is providing design-build services for a 25,000-sq-ft facility renovation supporting increased monoclonal antibody production.


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We value the confidentiality of our clients and projects. If you would like more information on the projects we have completed and to discuss your facility needs, please contact us.

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Tim Burkhalter
Director of Life Sciences & Technology
816-349-6660
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