Architectural / Technical Designer - Senior

Gensler • Phoenix, AZ

90d

About The Position

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, and thought leaders. Fueled by passion and an 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. We are looking for a Senior Architectural / Technical Designer to design mixed-use, workplace, residential, hospitality, education projects and more throughout the Southwest Region. We are collaborative and client focused, with a commitment to design experience, sustainability and social purpose. You’ll lead and drive client projects from concept through build, ensuring that we deliver unparalleled architectural solutions. You will collaborate with a team of architects and designers to develop innovative and resilient learning environments, manage technical documentation, and provide creative direction.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited school
• 15+ years of project experience in architectural design
• Licensed Architect required
• Strong leadership, communication, presentation, and relationship management skills
• Proficiency in Revit and Rhino required; experience with AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu, SketchUp, Enscape, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator), and MS Office encouraged
• Working knowledge of building codes, standards, building construction, and building structures
• LEED accreditation is preferred
• Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices; portfolios should include at least one project with LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL Building Standard, Fitwel, and/or Net Zero Building certification

Responsibilities

• Work closely with our project leadership and design team to develop architectural solutions from conceptual level through construction documentation
• Resolve complex technical and design issues, providing guidance to the team
• Lead the creative efforts and develop overall design concepts and design presentation strategies
• Mentor and provide creative direction to design teams
• Act as the primary design interface with clients and consultants
• Support communication between project team, clients, vendors, contractors, consultants, and building and permitting officials
• Provide technical guidance and innovative solutions to resolve complex technical and design challenges
• Produce design concept drawings and finished design presentation documentation
• Review and manage project program and design deliverables
• Review drawings, mockups, materials, and finish samples submitted by project contractors
• Participate in business development and marketing efforts

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs
• Flex spending
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• 401k
• Profit sharing
• Employee stock ownership
• Twice annual bonus opportunities
• Reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees
• Tuition reimbursement for certain eligible programs or classes

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees