Gensler is one of the world’s leading architecture, design and planning firms. We have a highly creative, collaborative team around the world dedicated to innovative problem solving and design excellence. Our Bay Area Lifestyle Studio operates as a boutique practice within the firm, focusing on iconic hospitality and retail projects. As our diverse client base and project work continue to grow, we are seeking a Mid-Level Technical Designer with 5-10 years of experience to join our team.
Your Role
As a Mid-Level Gensler Technical Designer, you will have the opportunity to collaborate on retail and hospitality projects and grow with talented designers shaping the future of our built environments. You will work on all phases of design, crafting concepts, and coordinating our designs from construction documentation to construction administration. You are passionate about design, are interested in the details and have an appreciation for the nuances of furniture and finishes.
The ideal candidate combines strong critical thinking skills, technical capability, and a collaborative approach to ensure projects are delivered with design integrity, precision, and efficiency. In this role, you will continue to build on your strengths in design and technical coordination while building strength in client and consultant engagement. Your work ethic, combined with your commitment to collaboration and mentoring, makes Gensler’s Lifestyle Studio the perfect place to nurture your career.
What You Will Do
- Participate in all project phases, including 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
- Produce graphic presentations, 3D renderings, and construction drawings
Your Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in interior design, architecture or foreign equivalent
- 5-10 years of related project experience
- Proficiency in Revit is required; Retail, Hospitality, and other experience-driven lifestyle environments
- Proficiency in modeling using 2D/3D software, such as CAD, 3d Viz, 3ds MAX, and/or Rhino utilizing V-Ray is a plus
- Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and/or SketchUp is a plus
- Knowledge of relevant building codes and accessibility requirements
- State licensure and LEED accreditation a plus
- Knowledge of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and parametric design software, including Grasshopper, a plus
**The base salary will be estimated between $84,000K– $108,000K plus bonuses and benefits and is contingent on relevant experience.
For consideration, please submit cover letter, resume and portfolio in PDF format.
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 medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer 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.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in interior design, architecture or foreign equivalent
- 5-10 years of related project experience
- Proficiency in Revit
- Proficiency in modeling using 2D/3D software
- Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite
- Knowledge of relevant building codes and accessibility requirements
- State licensure and LEED accreditation
- Knowledge of Building Information Modeling and parametric design software
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.
