Your Role
Our designers at Gensler craft meaningful experiences grounded in a deep understanding of culture, time, and place. Each environment we create is designed in response to the bigger picture yet tailored to suit unique brand perspectives. The result is a perfect balance between beauty and functionality. We look to engage as artists, craftsmen, inventors, designers, and entrepreneurs endowed with an endless curiosity and a mindful approach to design.
As a Gensler Architectural Designer, you will support the Design Director in the creation and development of overall design concepts. As a member of this team, you will be asked to collaborate with a diverse team of designers, architects, strategists, brand designers, etc., and participate in all phases of the project.
What You Will Do
Support the Design Director and Senior Designer in the creation and development of overall design concepts.
Formulate design presentation strategies.
Provide creative and process leadership to multiple design teams through all phases of the project.
Work in a team environment and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams on varying project types.
Collaborate on all phases of the project including programming, project strategy, client needs, conceptual design, schematic design, design development, space planning, consultant coordination, construction documents, construction administration, and management of budgets and schedules.
Coordinate with all team members on the delivery of project milestones.
Contribute to the production of plans, elevations, details, specifications, and material selections needed for construction.
Generate finish plans, specifications, and material selections.
Provide design support and documentation during the completion and execution of design concepts.
Work with external consultants, product representatives, furniture dealers, contractors, fabricators, and other vendors to meet overall project objectives.
Clearly communicate your design ideas to the project team.
Participate and contribute to office and firm culture.
Assist in managing client expectations, team communication and consultant coordination.
Establish and maintain ongoing, productive client relationships.
Utilize hand rendering techniques to communicate design concepts a plus.
Work in a synergistic manner with other design and professional staff.
Your Qualifications
Bachelor of Architecture
Licensed or registered architect.
5+ years of architectural design experience in medium to large-scale projects.
5+ years of project experience in an architectural practice
Knowledge of Revit required, as well as AutoCAD, 3D Studio Max, SketchUp, Rhino, Grasshopper, Adobe Suite
Previous experience creating and developing overall design concepts and formulating design presentation strategies.
Construction documentation and/or design detail development experience
100% bilingual in English/Spanish; excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Outstanding graphic presentation skills.
Knowledge of building codes, standards, and building structures.
Proven fiscal accountability and responsibility on projects.
Strong leadership, organization, communication, and relationship management skills.
Must have the ability to maintain existing client relationships and build new client relationships.
How to Apply
Submit an online application including a resume and portfolio in PDF form. If you choose to submit a link to an online portfolio, you must make sure it is not password protected and that it contains a resume, cover letter, and work samples.
Life at Gensler
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.
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 employee assistance programs.
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.
Gensler Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Gensler and has not been reviewed or approved by Gensler.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Incentive programs include twice‑yearly bonuses and profit sharing that are positioned as meaningful parts of total compensation. Employee ownership elements can reward longer tenure and contribute to overall earnings beyond base pay.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Employee stock ownership and stock appreciation programs provide wealth‑building avenues beyond salary. These equity mechanisms are highlighted as part of the standard package.
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Healthcare Strength — Core coverage spans medical, dental, and vision alongside life and disability, EAP/mental‑health resources, and wellness programs. Benefits breadth is described as solid within the industry context.
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What We Do
Gensler is a global architecture, design, and planning firm with 53 locations and more than 6,000+ professionals networked across the Americas, Europe, Greater China, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East. Founded in 1965, the firm works globally with more than 4,000 clients across more than 33 practice areas spanning the work, lifestyle, community, and health sectors. Everything we do is guided by our mission: To create a better world through the power of design. We believe the power of design can spark positive change and create a future that promotes equity, resilience, and wellbeing for everyone. Gensler was named one of Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work in 2020, 2019, 2017 and 2016, and our award-winning culture has been recognized by Fast Company as one of the 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators in 2021. Our people-first philosophy is centered on the core ideas of diversity empowerment, impact, community, respect, and growth. You can learn more about our commitment to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace at https://www.gensler.com/careers#diversity.
