Your Role
As a Gensler Technical Designer, you will produce technical documentation and communicate project progress to team members to ensure success. You’re a fit for this role if you have experience in construction documentation, are proficient in Revit, and enjoy working with a team of architects and interior designers that bring design dreams to life. This is a good role for someone who enjoys working with a highly creative, collaborative team dedicated to innovative problem solving and design excellence.
What You Will Do
Design and deliver functional and beautiful spaces within the Commercial Office Building, Hospitality, or mixed use practice areas to name a few.
Provide project team coordination for finished plans, specification, and material selections; ensure design intent is incorporated into the construction documentation
Produce accurate technical and contract documentation for construction of project
Participate in construction administration, evaluate bids, conduct site visits, address technical issues, and maintain quality control during construction
Work with consultants, contractors, fabricators, specification writers, and regulatory agencies to meet overall project objectives
Utilize hand and 3D software renderings to communicate design concepts
Contribute to office activities, initiatives, and learning programs
Your Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school of design or architecture
1-4 years of professional experience, including demonstrated success on commercial office building, hospitality and mixed use interior project
Knowledge of building codes, zoning, jurisdictional processes, building materials, specifications, and construction techniques is preferred
Collaborative and team-conscious
Experience in construction document preparation and field observation is required
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
Proficient in Revit, SketchUp and other 3D modeling software
Portfolios should include construction documents you completed yourself inclusive of all plan types
Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices; 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
To be considered, please submit portfolio and/or work samples in PDF format.
Life at Gensler
Gensler is committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Through our Five Strategies to Fight Racism, we continue to create a just and equitable future for our colleagues and our communities with our clients. We are a solid voice for social change as we impact people’s lives and fight racism. At Gensler, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace environment.
As a people-first organization, 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.
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.
**The base salary range will be estimated between $72,000 - $78,000 plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience.