Your Role

As a Project Architect, it’s your job to lead a team of architects and designers to deliver unparalleled projects of Workflex. Leverage your industry experience and technical acumen to drive client projects from concept through to build. 

You combine creativity and technical knowledge with business skills and understanding to produce functionally beautiful spaces for clients. As a member of the Workflex Architecture team, you will be a part of a team that creates impactful and memorable experiences that will be remembered for a lifetime.  Your successful track record on these projects and ability to problem solve both individually and part of a team makes Gensler a perfect place to cultivate your career.

You will anchor technical documentation and project progress with the team to ensure success. This is a good role for someone who is technically proficient and enjoys working with a highly creative, collaborative team dedicated to innovative problem solving and design excellence.

What You Will Do

An integral part of the design team, leads towards a cohesive and rational design solution which conforms to the project brief and is technically, legally and financially responsible towards the project.Based on a very good understanding of local and national codes, be able to guide the team to design in alignment with the requirements.Guides skill development of junior designersContributes to and reinforces a “collaborative” approach with the team to execute design projectsTakes responsibility for implementing approved project briefing Solves complex design problems through schematic design and design developmentOversees the design development decks for drawing packages Perform design assignments that include conceptual design, schematic design, design development & construction documentsProvides technical expertise for completion and execution of design projectsParticipates in selection of palettes & material presentations, and generate specificationsManage multiple aspects of client, team and project coordination, including full documentation coordination with consultants (structural, MEP, lighting, AV, acoustical, accessibility, building envelope, life safety, etc.)Handle site coordination during execution stages of the project. Works well with PMC’s , contractors and is able to come up with quick effective solutions and take timely decisions during construction. •Prepare site observation and quality reports during construction stage of the project.   Support communication between project team, client, vendors, contractors, and consultantsActively participate and contribute to the financial performance of projectUtilize hand and 3D software renderings to communicate design conceptsEstablish and maintain ongoing, productive client relationships through successful project deliveryParticipation in business development effortParticipate in exciting design and research projects and bring a new perspective to what we do for our clientsContribute to office activities, initiatives, and learning programs

Your Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture12-15 + years of project experience with a focus in Workplace development.Experience with Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu, SketchUp, 3dMax, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator), and MS OfficeLEED / WELL accreditation a plusProficiency creating technical drawings and specifications that succinctly, thoroughly and accurately describe the work to be doneStrong planning abilities and have the ability to mentor team members, offer guidance and leadershipStrong skills in client relationship management and presentationMust be a motivated self-starter with excellent communication skills and the ability to problem solve both individually and as a part of a project teamExperience in construction document preparation and field observationExperience with the entire project lifecycle and design process through post-occupancyFlexibility to focus on multiple projects in various stages of developmentA quick learner with an ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environmentExcellent written + verbal communication and client relationship management skillsCollaborative and team-consciousMust have the ability to maintain existing client relationships and build new client relationships through successful project deliveryStrong leadership, organizational, communication and relationship management skills

Your Design Technology Qualifications 

Essential

Deep knowledge and experience in Autodesk Revit for design authoring, documentation, data extracts and project delivery.Experience in collaboration within the BIM context, including cloud-based markups, consultant coordination and clash detection.Deep understanding of Real-Time Visualization development within the context of BIM, specifically in the use of Escape/ other rendering mediums. Experience in creating FF&E schemes and developing them through detailed technical specification

Desirable

Working knowledge in the use of VR walkthroughs and panoramas for client presentations, consultant coordination and internal design reviews 

Applications we work with: 

Design Authoring - Revit, Rhino, Autocad, Navisworks Collaboration - BIM360 • (Computational Design - Grasshopper, Dynamo -optional)Building Performance Simulation - Insight, Sefaira, Diva, Ladybug tools Visualisation – Vray, Enscape, Twinmotion, 3DSMax ,Graphics & Productivity - Adobe    Creative Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, • Experiential – Unreal Engine, Unity ,Development – C#, Python

Life At Gensler

As a people-first organization, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From internal design competitions to research grants 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 and wellness programs. We also offer profit sharing 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. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.