Architect - Workplace - Senior

At Gensler, we design for people. We leverage our global perspective and local presence to innovate at every scale. We’re not just designers. We’re tinkerers, craftspeople, visionaries, innovators, and thought leaders. Fueled by passion and entrepreneurial spirit, our people bring new ideas to solve challenging problems. Whether you’re into sketching new ideas, hacking a building, or growing client relationships in global markets, there’s something here for everyone.

Your Role

Gensler's Dallas office is seeking an Architect to join our Workplace team. As a Gensler Architect, your job is to combine creativity and technical knowledge with business skills and understanding to produce functionally beautiful spaces for clients. As a team member at Gensler, you will collaborate to create impactful and sustainably-focused experiences. Your role is critical in the design and delivery of world-class Mixed-Use + Retail Centers, Professional Services, and Residential projects. Your work ethic and dedication to problem-solving, combined with our commitment to collaboration and mentoring, make Gensler the perfect place to further your career.

What You Will Do

• Manage communication between the project team, client, vendors, contractors, and consultants

• Resolve complex technical and design issues with the team to produce innovative technical/constructible solutions 

• Direct production of drawings, specifications, and construction administration tasks

• Responsible for oversight and delivery of documents with design intent and top-notch technical quality

• Resolves complex technical/design issues and detailing and provides guidance and mentorship to team

• Maintain and oversee the project manual and specifications

• Conduct on-site observations and document site reviews

• Interface with building and permitting officials during the permitting and construction phases of the project

• Actively lead and contribute to the financial performance and successful delivery of a project

• Review and contribute to proposals and contracts with the Project Manager

• Ensure projects conform to the contract

• Managing client expectations, team communication, and oversight of consultant coordination

• Contribute to office activities, initiatives, and learning programs

• Establish and maintain ongoing, productive client relationships

Your Qualifications

• Registered Architect required

• A bachelor's degree in Architecture from an accredited school required

• 10+ years of related experience

• Revit experience required

• Full knowledge of architectural principles/practices

• Working knowledge of building codes, standards, and building structures

• Experience with the entire project lifecycle and design process through post-occupancy

• Flexibility to focus on concurrent projects in various stages of development

• A quick learner with an ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment

• Excellent written + verbal communication and management skills including leadership, organization, and client relationship management skills

• Well-rounded, strategic thinker with an integrated approach to design, management, and technical project resolution who can help shape a vision for the future 

TO BE CONSIDERED, PLEASE SUBMIT A CURRENT PORTFOLIO AND/OR WORK SAMPLES IN PDF FORMAT

This is not a hybrid or remote position. If you’re open to relocating to the Dallas, Texas area, please apply! Non-local candidates are welcome. U.S. News & World Report’s 2023-2024 study ranks Dallas in the top 3 places to live in Texas!! 

Life at Gensler

Gensler is committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Through our Five Strategies to Fight Racism, we continue to create a just and equitable future for our colleagues and our communities with our clients. We are a solid voice for social change as we impact people’s lives and fight racism. At Gensler, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace environment.

As a people-first organization, 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. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.