Job Description
Senior Architectural / Technical Designer
Location: Phoenix, AZ, US
Time Type: Full time
Posted On: Posted 2 Days Ago
Job Requisition ID: R-14130
Your Role
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 an 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. We are looking for a Senior Architectural / Technical Designer to design mixed-use, workplace, residential, hospitality, education projects and more throughout the Southwest Region. We are collaborative and client focused, with a commitment to design experience, sustainability and social purpose.
You’ll lead and drive client projects from concept through build, ensuring that we deliver unparalleled architectural solutions. You will collaborate with a team of architects and designers to develop innovative and resilient learning environments, manage technical documentation, and provide creative direction.
What You Will Do
- Work closely with our project leadership and design team to develop architectural solutions from conceptual level through construction documentation.
- Resolve complex technical and design issues, providing guidance to the team.
- Lead the creative efforts and develop overall design concepts and design presentation strategies.
- Mentor and provide creative direction to design teams.
- Act as the primary design interface with clients and consultants.
- Support communication between project team, clients, vendors, contractors, consultants, and building and permitting officials.
- Provide technical guidance and innovative solutions to resolve complex technical and design challenges.
- Produce design concept drawings and finished design presentation documentation.
- Review and manage project program and design deliverables.
- Review drawings, mockups, materials, and finish samples submitted by project contractors.
- Participate in business development and marketing efforts.
Your Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited school.
- 15+ years of project experience in architectural design.
- Licensed Architect required.
- Strong leadership, communication, presentation, and relationship management skills.
- Proficiency in Revit required; experience with AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu, SketchUp, Enscape, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator), and MS Office encouraged.
- Working knowledge of building codes, standards, building construction, and building structures.
- LEED accreditation is preferred.
- Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices; portfolios should include at least one project with LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL Building Standard, Fitwel, and/or Net Zero Building certification.
Life at Gensler
At Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From hiking and camping excursions to internal design competitions to “Well-being Week,” our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests. We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life.
Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities.
Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets. As part of the firm’s commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.
Notice: At Gensler, an unlicensed Architect or Designer focused in architecture will have the job title of Technical Designer and operate in this capacity for alignment with internal programs, doing business with clients and compliance with industry and government regulations. If you have any questions regarding this notice, please ask our Talent Acquisition team during the application process.
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.
