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Design-build solutions for successful life science construction

Leveraging decades of experience and expertise in projects supporting lab, research and development, pharmaceutical, and manufacturing, ARCO National Construction provides design-build services on life science construction projects nationwide. As a leading life sciences construction company, we are dedicated to delivering value-driven solutions tailored to our customers’ life science design and construction needs.

60

Life Science & Lab Facility Projects Constructed

5

Square Feet of Life Science & Lab Projects Completed

Expertise from a leading life science contractor

ARCO’s proven success in delivering specialty projects, such as those in life science, is rooted in our innovative design-build approach, which excels in identifying superior solutions for complex challenges. Our experience across project types consistently results in the most functional and cost-effective life science facilities.

SUPERIOR INDUSTRY EXPERTISE

ARCO’s extensive industry experience encompasses a wide range of project types, including advanced manufacturing, cGMP, laboratory, research and development, speculative life science, and pharmaceutical process, storage, and distribution, as well as contract research organizations.

  • Advanced Manufacturing
  • cGMP Manufacturing
  • Medical Device Manufacturing
  • Laboratory
  • Research & Development
  • Speculative Life Science
  • Pharmaceutical Processing
  • Pharmaceutical Storage & Distribution
  • Contract Research Organizations
  • Contract Development & Manufacturing Organizations
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Solutions for Every Stage of Your Life Science Facility Construction Project

What types of life science facilities does ARCO build?

ARCO partners with clients on a wide range of life science projects, including advanced manufacturing facilities, cGMP manufacturing spaces, laboratories, research & development environments, pharmaceutical processing and distribution centers, medical device manufacturing, and facilities for contract research and development organizations.

Why choose ARCO’s design-build approach for life science construction?

Our design-build delivery integrates design and construction under one contract for better coordination, reduced risk, and streamlined communication. This approach helps accelerate the project timeline, control costs, and deliver the high technical standard life science facilities demand.

How does ARCO handle the complexity of life science projects?

Life science facilities require strict adherence to regulatory standards and precise performance criteria. Our experienced team navigates these challenges by combining deep industry knowledge with innovative solutions tailored to the unique needs of research, manufacturing, and laboratory workflows. 

What operational benefits can clients expect when building life science facilities with ARCO?

Clients benefit from thoughtful planning and execution that enhances operational efficiency, supports specialized workflows, and anticipates future needs, all while maintaining cost-effectiveness and schedule reliability.

What sets ARCO apart as a life science construction partner?

ARCO combines decades of construction expertise with a tailored design-build methodology focused on solving complex challenges in the life science industry. Our track record of successful facilities reflects our commitment to performance, compliance, and value for clients.

Life Science Design & Construction Method

The life science industry drives life-saving innovations and demands solutions that meet the most exacting standards. ARCO has answered that call by transforming how we approach life science construction. Leveraging the processes that established us as the leading industrial builder in America, we’ve tailored our methods to meet the specialized needs of advanced research, disease treatment, and prevention.

By utilizing the design-build approach for the core and shell of the building, ARCO clients save 4-6 months or 30% of the overall schedule and 20-30% on project cost.

Schedule Savings

30%

4-6 Months Faster

Cost Savings

20%

20-30% Less Total Cost

Once the project requirements were defined, ARCO moved quickly and smoothly through the design and construction process. They were very accommodating in performing construction activities without affecting the facility's ongoing operations.

Pete BrownJohnson & Johnson