At Gensler, we design for people. With a blend of global perspective and local presence, we innovate across all scales. Our team is composed of more than just designersâwe are tinkerers, craftspeople, visionaries, innovators, and thought leaders. Driven by passion and entrepreneurial spirit, our people bring fresh ideas to solve complex challenges. Whetheryou'repassionate about sketching new concepts, transforming buildings, or cultivating client relationships in global markets,there'sa place for you here.Â
Ourexpertisespans a multitude of disciplines, includingworkplace,critical facilities, aviation, mixed-use,hospitality,retail, life sciences, technology, and beyond. Fromconsolidatinga headquarterstorevitalizingaretailer's brand and planning new urban districtsanddesigning super tall buildings, we aim to makeevery dayspaces more inspiring, resilient, and impactful. Join us in creating a better world through design.Â
Your RoleÂ
As a Gensler Project Architect, your creativity and thoughtfulnesswill create opportunities in the authorship of engaging human experiences in the built environment. You have professional skills and technical acumen which enable your development and execution of design. In this role, you will evolve your existing strengths while growing towards a leadership role in guiding our clients to design solutions.Â
Based in astudio inour Phoenix office, you will join a team serving clients in purpose-built environments for workplacefocusedinteriorswork.Through our close partnership with clients in such active fields of development, weare able toleveragedesign to achieve livable cities, reductions in global warming potential, and an engaging work experience for occupants of our projects.
What You Will Do
Engage directly with senior design leadershipand design teamsfrom early development through theconstruction documentationphases
Collaborate with design team, clients, consultants, contractors, fabricators, regulatoryagenciesand other vendors to meet overall project objectivesÂ
Manage project team and coordination of consultantsÂ
Produce BIM models and construction drawingsÂ
Resolve challenging technical and design issues with the team to produce innovative,technicaland constructible solutionsÂ
Provide Mentorship and coaching to grow junior staff membersÂ
Participate in office culture and initiatives
Your Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Architecturefrom an accredited schoolâŻ
Licensure required.
10+ years of experience as a project architect, with a strong background in workplace interiors
Experience working with Revitisrequired
Proficiencywith SketchUp, 3D Max, Bluebeam, and Adobe Creative Suite is preferred, but notrequired
Experience managing multiple aspects of client, team, and project coordination, including full documentation coordination with structural, MEP, lighting, AV, landscape, and civil consultantsÂ
Flexibility to focus on concurrent projects in various stages of development
Effective communicator, collaborative and team-conscious
Experience working directly with contractorsÂ
A quick learner with an ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment
Experience resolving complex technical and design issuesÂ
Experience performing zoning and code analysis in multiplejurisdictions
Understanding of how buildings are constructed, along with the ability to create technical documents that succinctly, thoroughly, and accurately describe the work to be doneÂ
Understanding of sustainable and universal design conceptsÂ
Strong leadership, organizational, communication and relationship management skillsÂ
Previousexperience in sustainable design projectsis preferable.Built projects with LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL Building Standard,Fitweland /or Net Zero Building certificationis desired
*TO BE CONSIDERED, PLEASE SUBMIT CURRENT PORTFOLIO AND/OR WORK SAMPLES IN PDF FORMAT*
*Notice: AtâŻGenslerâŻan unlicensed Architect or Designer focusedâŻinâŻarchitecture will have the job title ofâŻTechnical DesignerâŻandâŻoperateâŻin thisâŻcapacityâŻfor alignment with internal programs, doing business with clients and compliance with industry and government regulations. If you have any questionsregardingthisâŻnotice,âŻplease ask our Talent Acquisition team during the application process.
Life at GenslerÂ
At Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions to âWell-being Week,â our offices reflectour peopleâsdiverse interests.
We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include subsidized health and life insurance, annual bonus, LinkedIn learning, holiday observance, and employeeassistanceprograms.
As part of the firmâs commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. We also reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.Â
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