Technical Designer - Critical Facilities - Junior

Gensler•Chicago, IL

2d•$60,000 - $70,000

About The Position

Your Role Gensler Chicago’s Cities Studio-is looking for talented emerging architecture professionals seeking an opportunity in Critical Facilities. At Gensler, we are one community, united by our commitment to holistically improve the human experience. Guided by determined optimism, we can use the power of design to spark positive change and create a future that promotes equity, resilience, and wellbeing for everyone. As a Junior Technical Designer with Gensler, you’ll explore new ways of solving complex design problems, at both the conceptual level and in the technical realm, crafting solutions with integrated project teams. You are individually driven and have a desire to be part of a team. You understand the importance of every contribution within the project phases and are excited to do your part to make a difference at work and within the community. Your work ethic and dedication to problem solving, combined with our commitment to collaboration and learning, makes Gensler the perfect place to further your career. What You Will Do Work with project teams in all project phases, including conceptual design, schematic design, design development, construction documents and implementation Collaborate with the design team, clients, consultants, contractors, fabricators, regulatory agencies and other vendors to meet overall project objectives Develop and participate in internal and client presentations Participate in the construction administration process ensuring the successful delivery of the design intent Contribute to office activities, initiatives, and learning programs Your Qualifications Organized, creative, collaborative, and independent with ability to work on multiple projects at the same time. Strong graphic and visualization skills to communicate design ideas Proficiency in Revit required, and experience utilizing other digital design tools beyond Revit Passion for sustainable practices and interest in working towards certification (LEED, FitWell, etc.) Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from a professionally accredited program 0-5 years of related architecture project experience Applications will not be considered without uploaded portfolio/work samples (in PDF form or linked to online portfolio) The base salary will be estimated between $60,000-$70,000 plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience. To learn more about our compensation philosophy and full benefits offerings, please visit Great People, Great Rewards | Gensler 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 a 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. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future. At Gensler, the value of our work stems from its positive impact on the human experience. We are a dynamic and collaborative design firm uniting creativity, research, and innovation to solve complex problems for our clients. Our work challenges conventional ideas about architecture and the built environment. We aren’t just designing buildings—we are reimagining cities and places that make a difference in people’s lives. Founded in 1965, Gensler has built a team of 6,000 professionals who partner with clients in over 100 countries each year. Everything we do is guided by our mission: to create a better world through the power of design. NOTICE TO APPLICANTS We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer of choice. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. 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Requirements

Organized, creative, collaborative, and independent with ability to work on multiple projects at the same time.
Strong graphic and visualization skills to communicate design ideas
Proficiency in Revit required, and experience utilizing other digital design tools beyond Revit
Passion for sustainable practices and interest in working towards certification (LEED, FitWell, etc.)
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from a professionally accredited program
0-5 years of related architecture project experience
Applications will not be considered without uploaded portfolio/work samples (in PDF form or linked to online portfolio)

Responsibilities

Work with project teams in all project phases, including conceptual design, schematic design, design development, construction documents and implementation
Collaborate with the design team, clients, consultants, contractors, fabricators, regulatory agencies and other vendors to meet overall project objectives
Develop and participate in internal and client presentations
Participate in the construction administration process ensuring the successful delivery of the design intent
Contribute to office activities, initiatives, and learning programs

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