At Gensler, we design for people. We leverage our global perspective and local presence to innovate at every scale. We’re not just designers; we’re tinkerers, craftspeople, visionaries, innovators, and thought leaders. Fueled by passion and entrepreneurial spirit, our people bring new ideas to solve challenging problems. Whether you’re into sketching new ideas, hacking a building, or growing client relationships in global markets, there’s something here for everyone.
Our depth of expertise spans disciplines—from aviation and transportation to education, hospitality, retail, technology, and more. At our core, we embody an entrepreneurial spirit, always looking ahead for new ways to innovate and add to our clients' success. We share the belief that design has the power to transform organizations and change lives; whether we’re refreshing a retailer’s brand, planning a new urban district, or designing a super tall building.
Our work reflects an enduring commitment to sustainability, and we believe that a diversity of voices and cultures is one of the most powerful strategic tools for securing lasting competitive advantage. As the world’s largest design firm, Gensler has a unique obligation and opportunity to focus on sustainability in the built environment. We deepened our commitment to combat the impact on climate change in the built environment when we launched Gensler Cities Climate Challenge (GC3) in 2019. This is our pledge to meet an ambitious goal: the elimination of all greenhouse gases from our work by 2030.
Your Role
Manages, organizes, and coordinates with design team members to complete architectural projects, responsible for design development of projects from concept to construction documentation stages of work. Ensuring that production of design documents is in concert with the design intent. Resolves complex technical/design issues and provides guidance to the team. Coordinates activity and communication between design team and other disciplines. Comprehensive knowledge of architectural principles and practices locally and in the region. You may be required to travel occasionally.
What You Will Do
Work closely with Design Director, Studio Director, Design Manager, and Design team to develop architectural solutions from conceptual level through construction documentation.
Direct preparation of conceptual designs, space plans, presentations, and design development.
Mentor and coach junior architectural staff.
Lead coordination with Design/Technical team and Project/Design Manager(s).
Lead coordination with client team, project manager, construction manager, and others to develop design deliverables, field reports, construction documents, freehand sketches, responses to RFIs and queries.
Responsible for coordination and quality control of design and construction documents.
Review and manage project program and design deliverables.
Resolve complex design issues with innovative and practical solutions.
Support project sustainability targets throughout project phases and actively engage in delivering them. Coordinate sustainability targets with project consultants and engineers.
Implement sustainable design strategies in every project stage and investigate solutions to sustainable design challenges.
Work collaboratively with the team to optimize sustainability performance through design iterations and research.
Lead climate-focused analysis and studies for each project.
Contribute to office activities, initiatives, and learning programs.
Your Qualifications
Advanced degree in Architecture or Design preferred.
5+ years of relevant architecture and design experience, with a strong background designing multiple building typologies of varying scale.
Proficient in design modeling/visualization tools including but not limited to Revit, Rhino, Enscape; having experience with Excel and computational tools like Grasshopper/Dynamo is also a plus.
Proficient in production software including but not limited to the Adobe Creative Suite; experience working with video/animation software such as After Effects and Premiere is a plus.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Outstanding graphic presentation skills.
Creative, original thinking and technically biased, demonstrated through a strong creative and technical portfolio.
Knowledge in sustainable design principles required.
LEED, WELL, Fitwel, Greenmark, or other rating systems accreditation preferable.
Previous experience in sustainable design projects preferable, especially built projects with LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL Building Standard, Fitwel, and/or Net Zero Building certification.
Demonstrate a collaborative and integrated approach towards achieving high sustainability project goals.
Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines efficiently.
Ability to develop collaborative relationships across the firm, with clients, and with other key partners.
Your Design Technology Qualifications
Essential:
Good working knowledge and experience in Autodesk Revit for design authoring, documentation, data extracts, and project delivery.
Good knowledge and experience with the strategic planning and setup of BIM projects.
Good knowledge and experience with collaboration within the BIM context, including cloud-based markups, consultant coordination, and clash detection.
Good knowledge and experience with interoperability workflows between Rhino & Revit throughout all the stages of a project.
Desirable:
Basic understanding and familiarity in Rhinoceros for design authoring.
Good knowledge and experience with real-time rendering processes, and material creation & management within the context of integrated BIM and parametric workflows.
About Us
Gensler is a global architecture, design, and planning firm with 52 locations across Asia, Europe, Australia, the Middle East, and the Americas. Founded in 1965, the firm serves more than 3,500 active clients in virtually every industry. Gensler designers strive to make the places people live, work, and play more inspiring, more resilient, and more impactful.
NOTICE TO APPLICANTS
Gensler celebrates diversity and our commitment to creating an inclusive environment for our colleagues. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer of choice. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.