Architect

Your Role

Main Responsibilities

• Collaborate on base building, interior architecture and interior design projects that include programming client needs, conceptual design, schematic design, design development, space planning, and management of budgets and schedules
• Design and deliver functional and beautiful spaces for projects within Practice Areas such as: Office Developers, Workplaces for Technology, Financial Services Firms, Professional Services Firms, Hospitality, Mixed Use and more
• Develop building core and enclosure systems
• Advise clients and team about the building and zoning codes
• Manage client, team and project coordination, including full documentation coordination with structural, MEP, lighting, AV, landscape and civil 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
• Maintain project manual and specifications
• Conduct and document site visits, process submittals, substitution requests, and RFI’s during construction
• Establish and maintain ongoing, productive client relationships

Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited program
• 5-10 years of relevant experience with interior architecture and/or ground up building architectural experience (ideally both!)
• Proficiency with Revit a must
• Knowledge of SketchUp, AutoCAD + 3-D, Enscape, VRay, Grasshopper, Rhino or other visualization software Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and/or SPEXX a plus
• Working knowledge of building codes, standards, building construction, and building structures
• Outstanding conceptual 3-dimensional thinking and graphic presentation skills to effectively communicate design ideas
• Flexibility to focus on concurrent projects in various stages of development
• Ability to communicate design ideas and direction quickly
• A quick learner with an ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment
• Strong leadership, organization, communication and relationship management skills
• Licensure or Registered Architect
• LEED accreditation is a plus
• Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices; If possible, portfolios should include at least one project (especially built projects with LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL Building Standard, Fitwel, and/or Net Zero Building certification) with this particular focus, which we look forward to discussing during the interview
• Please note that if you are in process of licensure, contact stacie_smith@gensler.com to submit your resume and portfolio for review***
• Please submit resume and portfolio for full consideration.

The Ideal Candidate?

Strong leadership, organization, communication and relationship management skills 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

Why Join Us?

• 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 “Well-being Week,” our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests.
• 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.

Salary

Negotiable.