Design Manager, Education

At Gensler, we design for people. We leverage our global perspective and local presence to innovate at every scale. Fueled by passion and entrepreneurial spirit, our people bring new ideas to solve challenging problems. Our depth of expertise spans disciplines and we strive to make the everyday places people occupy more inspiring, more resilient, and more impactful.

Main Responsibilities

• Implement one or more client projects through the leadership of project teams
• Manage scheduling, budgets, staffing, and project set-up with clients, sub-contractors, vendors and contractors
• Prepare project proposals and negotiate contracts and fees
• Track and manage financial performance of project for success (e.g., work plan, schedule, fees, billings and collections)
• Provide leadership to the team and client by communicating project objectives, contract scope, terms, and schedule
• As a Gensler Design Manager in our Cities Studio, you will leverage your attention to detail and interpersonal skills to deliver exceptional client projects on time and on budget. Grow your project management experience while working on trendsetting projects across industries.

Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or related field
• 5+ years of related project management experience
• Professional license or certification preferred
• LEED accreditation preferred
• Experience negotiating project scope and fees
• Experience with the full project lifecycle, through post-occupancy
• Knowledge of building codes, standards and building structures
• Basic technical understanding of architectural design, interior and furniture design

The Ideal Candidate?

Implement one or more client projects through the leadership of project teams Provide leadership to the team and client by communicating project objectives, contract scope, terms, and schedule As a Gensler Design Manager in our Cities Studio, you will leverage your attention to detail and interpersonal skills to deliver exceptional client projects on time and on budget. Grow your project management experience while working on trendsetting projects across industries. At Gensler, we design for people. We leverage our global perspective and local presence to innovate at every scale. Fueled by passion and entrepreneurial spirit, our people bring new ideas to

Why Join Us?

• Please submit a resume and portfolio (ideally emphasizing your design experience with Practice Area here projects). Candidates without healthcare experience will not be considered.
• 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 and hackathons, to “Well-being Week,” our offices reflect our teams’ 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

$100k-$110k.