Studio Director – Workplace Interiors

Gensler•Denver, CO

11h•$115,000 - $140,000•Onsite

About The Position

Your Role Gensler is seeking a Studio Director and market leader to join our Denver office—someone who is passionate about design, leadership, and shaping the future of workplace environments. At Gensler, our collaborative studio model is built on values, culture, and a commitment to excellence. As a Studio Director, you’ll serve as a client, business, people, and project leader—guiding teams, building relationships, and driving strategic growth across our practice areas. In this role, you’ll leverage your deep experience in workplace interiors and exceptional design skills to lead diverse, high-profile projects from concept through completion. You’ll inspire and mentor talented creatives, foster a culture of collaboration and innovation, and ensure design solutions are both visionary and responsive to client needs. With a strong business acumen and a passion for the business of design, you’ll help capture new opportunities, strengthen client partnerships, and position Gensler as a leader in creating environments that promote connection, creativity, and well-being.

Requirements

Project experience across many practice areas with a focus on workplace interiors
Proven leadership and business development skills
A minimum of 15 years of experience in the interior design and/or architecture field
Experience in guiding the operations of a studio; both in the mentorship and development of staff, as well as fiscal oversight
Strong client relationships are preferred
High level of drive and collaborative spirit to help grow a dynamic studio with engaged team members
Able to travel to other Gensler offices or client project locations as needed
Excellent references and personal portfolio of work
Please upload your portfolio/work samples along with your resume
This is not a remote or hybrid position. The successful candidate is expected to be in the Denver office.

Nice To Haves

Certified interior designer preferred

Responsibilities

Enable the team to reach their individual potential and maintain a positive team environment
Manage your team with an “open door policy”
Build staff capabilities through programs that improve individual design skills, technical skills, communication and project management
Provide a creative, innovative and nurturing environment in your studio by developing an effective coaching/mentoring program
Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills
Market and develop new business on a consistent basis
Place a strong emphasis on marketing Gensler in an effort to win new projects and increase Gensler’s visibility
Ensure prompt and timely response to all proposal requests
Work closely with our marketing team to ensure business development reporting, lead generation, fee development, project marketing and proposal writing
Work closely with your staff to ensure an outstanding team experience
Oversee hiring, employee work performance, learning, professional development, appointment input and evaluation
Responsible for both managing projects and client satisfaction by focusing on the project process, service/delivery, work environment, project documentation, and building clients’ trust and loyalty in Gensler
Grow business for interiors projects with a focus on, but not limited to, the following practice areas: Workplace, Repositioning, Landlord Services, Commercial Office Buildings, Mixed Use, Aviation and Hospitality
Monitor budgets and profitability targets for your studio
Oversee billing and fee management to ensure all financial activities are consistent with Gensler policies and procedures
Responsible for accounts receivable, discretionary expenses, expense report approvals and productivity projections
Responsible for overall management of the studio
Represent the interests of the studio to ensure issues are addressed and resolved expeditiously
Monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of the studio relating to all staff, business and financial operations
Work closely with Project Managers, Finance team, Human Resources team and Office Directors
Demonstrate dignity, respect, and professional attitude
Build and improve external firm image by active participation in appropriate organizations (AIA, RDI, NCIDQ, etc.) and maintain contact with current and potential clients
Participate in office meetings - collaborate with other Studio Directors, Office Management and staff
Develop a strategy for Best Practice integration, client satisfaction, and cross studio integration
Focus on global relationship building, recruiting and service integration

Benefits

comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off
We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, 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.

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