At Gensler, we design for people. We leverage our global perspective and local presence to innovate at every scale. Fueled by passion and entrepreneurial spirit, our people intensely collaborate to develop innovative ideas to solve challenging problems. Our Oakland studio has a thriving architectural and interiors practice focusing on providing innovative solutions for large, complex commercial buildings, repositioning projects for developer and technology clients and interiors for professional service, life science and technology clients as well as a growing practice in healthcare.
Through our integrated inside-out design approach, we impact both the people working in our buildings and the surrounding community with our inspirational and thought leading design solutions.
Your Role
As a Gensler Architect, you will collaborate with a team of architects and interior designers to develop design solutions as well as coordinate the design through the construction administration phase of a project. You will be successful because you already know how to develop interior design solutions, translate sketches and documents into realized 3D models and construction drawings and can research technical issues when they arise.
What You Will Do
- Design and plan complex interior architectural projects of varying types
- Work in all phases of design through construction administration
- Manage and lead the client, the design team, consultants, contractors, fabricators, regulatory agencies and other vendors to meet overall project objectives.
- Ideally have Design-Build Project Experience
- Produce BIM models and construction drawings in Revit
- Resolve challenging technical and design issues with the team to produce innovative, technical and constructible solutions.
- Flexibility to focus on concurrent projects in various stages of development for both interiors and core & shell projects.
- A quick learner with an ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment
- Effective communicator, collaborative and team-conscious.
- Provide Mentorship and coaching to grow junior staff members
- Participate in office culture and drive office initiatives
- Interest in growing outside of project work, including participating with the local design community and / or professional organizations
Your Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Architecture from an accredited schoolMust be actively pursuing or are already a licensed architect in the State of California5+ years of experience in the profession of commercial interiors architectural designExperience managing multiple aspects of client, team, and project coordination, including full documentation coordination with structural, MEP, lighting, AV, landscape, and civil consultantsExperience working directly with trade partners and contractorsExperience resolving complex technical and design issuesProficiency with Revit, Bluebeam, and Adobe Creative SuiteUnderstanding of how buildings are constructed and ability to create technical documents that succinctly, thoroughly, and accurately describe the work to be doneKnowledge of California building codes, standards and building structuresUnderstanding of sustainable and universal design conceptsStrong leadership, organizational, communication and relationship management skillsDemonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices required.The base salary will be estimated between $90,000 – $126,000 plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience.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.
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