Project Architect - Work - Mid Level

Gensler • Oakland, CA

88d • $97,000 - $113,000

About The Position

At Gensler, we design for people. With a blend of global perspective and local presence, we innovate across all scales. Our team is composed of more than just designers—we are tinkerers, craftspeople, visionaries, innovators, and thought leaders. Driven by passion and entrepreneurial spirit, our people bring fresh ideas to solve complex challenges. Whether you're passionate about sketching new concepts, transforming buildings, or cultivating client relationships in global markets, there's a place for you here. Our expertise spans a multitude of disciplines, including critical facilities, aviation, transportation, education, hospitality, healthcare, retail, life sciences, technology, and beyond. From revitalizing a retailer's brand and planning new urban districts to designing super tall buildings, we aim to make everyday spaces more inspiring, resilient, and impactful. Join us in creating a better world through design.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture from an accredited school
• Licensure required
• 5-8+ years of experience in the profession of architectural design
• Strong experience working with Revit and Rhino
• Proficiency with SketchUp, 3D Max, Bluebeam, and Adobe Creative Suite is preferred, but not required
• Experience managing multiple aspects of client, team, and project coordination, including full documentation coordination with structural, MEP, lighting, AV, landscape, and civil consultants
• Flexibility to focus on concurrent projects in various stages of development
• Effective communicator, collaborative and team-conscious
• Experience working directly with contractors
• A quick learner with an ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment
• 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
• Understanding of sustainable and universal design concepts
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication and relationship management skills

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in sustainable design projects preferable, especially built projects with LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL Building Standard, Fitwel and/or Net Zero Building certification

Responsibilities

• Engage directly with senior design leadership from early development through the implementation of design solutions
• 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
• Produce BIM models and construction drawings
• Resolve challenging technical and design issues with the team to produce innovative, technical and constructible solutions
• Provide Mentorship and coaching to grow junior staff members
• Participate in office culture and initiatives

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: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees