Designer – Junior

At Gensler, we design for people. We leverage our global perspective and local presence to innovate at every scale. We’re not just designers. We’re tinkerers, craftspeople, visionaries, innovators, collaborators, and thought leaders. Fueled by passion and entrepreneurial spirit, our people bring new ideas to solve challenging problems. Whether you’re into sketching new ideas, hacking a building or growing client relationships in global markets, there’s something here for everyone.

Our depth of expertise spans disciplines—from aviation and transportation to education, hospitality, retail, technology and more. Whether we’re refreshing a retailer’s brand, planning a new urban district or designing a super tall building, we strive to make the everyday places people occupy more inspiring, more resilient and more impactful.

Your Role

As a Gensler Designer, you will develop design solutions and provide project coordination for all project phases, from concept to construction. As a member of the Vancouver studio, you will be a part of a team that creates impactful and memorable experiences that will be remembered for a lifetime. We are looking for a designer with interiors technical detailing subject matter expertise who will focus on national and international projects.

What You Will Do

• Working with Design Director(s) and project team(s), participate in all project phases, including planning and programming, conceptual designs, presentations, schematic design, design development, construction documents and production

• Collaborate with design team, clients, consultants, contractors, fabricators, regulatory agencies and other vendors to meet overall project objectives

• Resolve complex design issues with innovative and practical solutions

• Produce graphic presentations, 3D renderings, and construction drawings

• Assist in managing client expectations, team communication and consultant coordination

• Contribute to office activities, initiatives, and learning program

• Contribute to thought leadership, event and network attendance

Your Qualifications

• Accredited degree in architecture, interior design, or as an architectural technologist required

• 2-5 years of professional commercial architecture and/or interiors experience

• Proficiency in the use of 2D/3D software, examples Revit, Enscape, AutoCAD, Rhino, SketchUp, Grasshopper, Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator. High levels of work experience in Revit required

• Knowledge of materials, construction techniques, and local BC building codes

• Strong graphic and visualization skills to communicate design ideas

• Strong organizations skills and the ability to work on multiple projects at the same time

• Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices; Portfolios should include at least one project (especially built projects with LEED, Living Building Challenge, Passive House, WELL Building Standard, Fitwel, and/or Net Zero Building certification) with this particular focus, which we look forward to discussing during the interview

All applications must include a portfolio for full consideration.

*This is not a remote position. The successful candidate will be expected to live in, or relocate to, the area of the Vancouver, BC office upon acceptance.

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, our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests.

Perks: We encourage our employees to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, paid holidays and paid time off. We also offer contributions to the RRSP and twice annual bonus opportunities. 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.