Your Role  

As a Gensler Strategist, you will be a part of teams that define and conduct research efforts, synthesize data and feedback into meaningful insights, and develop innovative concepts and solutions. You will guide the design and facilitation of robust processes to engage with a variety of stakeholders to get input, co-develop solutions, and assess options. You enjoy working alongside our design studios to help set the direction of projects and ensure a seamless transition from strategy to implementation. You have already executed projects in areas related to design strategy and are looking to leverage your experience alongside Gensler’s industry trendsetters.

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What You Will Do  

Design and lead research and data collection activities across a broad range of client industries and services, including space planning, change management strategy, workplace performance, occupancy and real estate portfolio strategy 

Develop quantitative and qualitative tools for data analysis and collection 

Analyze quantitative and qualitative data into meaningful insights and narratives told through presentations and reports  

Interpret research to develop fresh ideas and user insights related to client business processes and performance objectives 

Develop compelling communication tools to help clients understand research findings and design strategies 

Work closely with team members and clients to deliver an exceptional experience from design concept through implementation 

Contribute to business and client development activities 

Be responsible for content creation, preparing client presentations, reports, and recommendation for strategic solutions with guidance from Project/Strategy Director 

Your Qualifications  

An undergraduate or master’s degree in architecture, interior design, environmental design, urban design, real estate, design strategy, organizational development, organizational psychology, or similar fields  

2-4 years of relevant professional experience executing projects in one or more areas related to design strategy, space planning, management consulting, market research, corporate strategy, real estate services, product development or related

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign required), and Microsoft Office 365 (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook), and other visual communication tools  

Fluency with digital collaboration tools such as Miro, Mural, Microsoft Teams etc.  

Familiarity with Qualtrics and Power BI is a plus  

Familiarity with design software (Revit and AutoCAD)

Self-starter and quick learner  

Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and ambiguous environment that requires fast iterations and pivoting based on project changes/evolutions  

Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously  

Clear communicator and presenter of ideas, findings and/or point of view  

Infuse empathy and behavioral analysis into your work  

Respond proactively and thoughtfully to design critique and feedback from clients and colleagues  

Experienced with research methodologies and activities, along with working with both qualitative and quantitative data  

Ability to create powerful, persuasive, and compelling narratives with strong written, visual, and graphic content  

To be considered, you must submit a resume and current portfolio/work samples demonstrating excellent command of fundamental communication design including composition, information graphics, and persuasive writing in pdf format. 

*This is not a remote position. The successful candidate will be expected to live in, or relocate to, the area of the Vancouver, BC office upon acceptance. 
  

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, our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests. 

Perks: We encourage our employees to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, paid holidays and paid time off. We also offer contributions to the RRSP 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.