Architect - Senior - Critical Facilities

Gensler•Seattle, WA

32d•$113,000 - $150,000•Onsite

About The Position

As a Gensler Project Architect, you will collaborate with a team of architects and designers to develop design solutions as well as coordinate the design through the construction administration phase of a project. You will be successful because you already know how to translate sketches and documents into realized 3D models and construction drawings and can research technical issues when they arise. You will join Seattle Cities studio focused on critical facilities project types. Your work ethic, combined with your commitment to collaboration and mentoring, makes Gensler the perfect place to nurture your career. At Gensler, our critical facilities practice is pivotal in enabling and scaling rapid technological change. Data centers, as the backbone of this transformation, are evolving in shape, location, and size to handle increased volumes and improve speed-to-market capabilities. These facilities are designed to be more resilient, addressing climate change and market demands. Our critical facilities team extends beyond data centers, delivering high-performance projects for research, supercomputing, command and control centers, SCIFs, distribution and logistics, high-tech manufacturing, and various other technology-rich environments. We specialize in creating high-performing, sustainable buildings that embody visionary thinking and distinctive architectural character. As a Gensler Project Architect, you will lead a team of architects and designers to develop innovative design solutions for critical facilities projects. You will oversee the design, management, and technical aspects of the projects from concept through construction administration, ensuring that all designs meet the highest standards of quality and performance. You will leverage your deep expertise in architectural design and construction to resolve complex technical issues and deliver successful project outcomes. Your leadership, collaboration, and mentoring skills will be key to nurturing the talents of junior staff and driving the success of the studio.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Architecture from an accredited school
Licensure required
10+ years of experience in the profession of architectural design
Experience within Critical Facilities preferred
Strong experience working with Revit and Rhino
Experience managing multiple aspects of client, team, and project coordination, including full documentation coordination with structural, MEP, lighting, AV, landscape, and civil consultants
Experience working directly with contractors
Experience resolving complex technical and design issues
Experience performing zoning and code analysis in multiple jurisdictions
Understanding of how buildings are constructed, along with the ability to create technical documents that succinctly, thoroughly, and accurately describe the work to be done
Strong leadership, organizational, communication and relationship management skills
Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices required.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with SketchUp, 3D Max, Bluebeam, and Adobe Creative Suite is preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

Participate in all phases of design
Collaborate with design team, clients, consultants, contractors, fabricators, regulatory agencies and other vendors to meet overall project objectives
Manage project team and coordination of consultants
Take ownership of financial cycles by managing client follow-up, calendars, deadlines, meetings
Oversight of innovative design strategies and unique brand concepts on multiple projects
Work on new business proposals/presentations
Write and edit project communications for project teams such as scope and fee documents, meeting minutes, work plans, budgets and schedules
Understand key aspects of studio business and proactively develop ways to create better client engagements, people-centric approaches, and project efficiencies
Produce BIM models and construction drawings
Resolve challenging technical and design issues with the team to produce innovative, technical and constructible solutions
Flexibility to focus on concurrent projects in various stages of development
A quick learner with an ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment
Effective communicator, collaborative and team-conscious
Provide Mentorship and coaching to grow junior staff members
Maintain project manual and specifications
Participate in office culture and initiatives
Provide technical guidance and innovative solutions to resolve complex technical and design challenges

Benefits

comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off
401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities
reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees
reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes

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