Job Description

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.
Our depth of expertise spans disciplines--from aviation and transportation to education, hospitality, retail, technology and more. At our core we embody an entrepreneurial spirit, always looking ahead for new ways to innovate and add to our clients' success. We share the belief that design has the power to transform organizations and change lives; whether we're refreshing a retailer's brand, planning a new urban district or designing a super tall building.
Our work reflects an enduring commitment to sustainability, and we believe that a diversity of voices and cultures is one of the most powerful strategic tools for securing lasting competitive advantage.
As the world's largest design firm, Gensler has a unique obligation and opportunity to focus on sustainability in the built environment. We deepened our commitment to combat the impact on climate change in the built environment when we launched Gensler Cities Climate Challenge (GC3) in 2019. This is our pledge to meet an ambitious goal: the elimination of all greenhouse gases from our work by 2030.
Your Role
We are seeking an Technical Designer with a strong passion for design. In this position, you will collaborate with our Design Directors and design leadership on a variety of exciting hospitality, commercial, mixed-use, entertainment and retail projects.
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
Guides skill development of junior designers
Contributes to and reinforces the "team effort" method of producing design projects
Takes responsibility for implementing approved briefing approach
Prepares the design analysis and research
Leads project meetings at discretion of Design Manager
Solves complex design problems through schematic design and design development
Oversees the preparation of graphic materials for presentation to client
Researches and recommends appropriate systems, materials and finishes
Present design schemes and documents to the client with the Design Manager
Oversees the design development package for production
Works with Technical coordinator and technical team to ensure design intent is accurately interpreted in documents
With Design Manager, liaises as necessary with client on issues of design
Developing strategic planning, conceptual designs, design development, and production
Perform interior design assignments that include conceptual design, schematic design, design development & construction documents
Provides design support for completion and execution of design projects
Develop space planning concepts and generate program documents
Participates in selection of FF&E color palettes & material presentations, and generate specifications
Participation in business development effort
Participate in exciting design and research projects and bring a new perspective to what we do for our clients
Contribute to office activities, initiatives, and learning programs
Your Qualifications
3-5 year's professional experience including proven track record of contributing to the design of commercial, retail or hospitality interiors projects
Bachelor's degree from an accredited school of design
Strong planning abilities and have the ability to mentor team members, offer guidance and leadership
Strong skills in client relationship management and presentation
Must be a motivated self-starter with excellent communication skills and the ability to problem solve both individually and as a part of a project team
Proficiency in the use of Revit and other 3D computer design programs
Proficient in Creative Adobe Suite applications specifically InDesign
Knowledge of furniture, finishes, materials and specifications
Strong graphic and visualization skills to communicate design ideas
Strong organizations skills and the ability to work on multiple projects at the same time
Your Design Technology Qualifications
Essential
Deep knowledge and experience in Autodesk Revit for design authoring, documentation, data extracts and project delivery
Deep understanding of and experience in Rhinoceros for design authoring
Familiarity and some experience with Computational Design applications such as Grasshopper and/or Dynamo
Familiarity with Performance Design software such as Autodesk Insight, Sefaira, Diva, and/or Ladybug tools
Deep understanding of Real-Time Visualization development within the context of BIM, specifically in the use of Enscape and/or Twinmotion with Revit and Rhino
Desirable
Experience in collaboration within the BIM context, including cloud-based markups, consultant coordination and clash detection
Experience in strategic planning, setup of BIM projects, and troubleshooting, specifically in the context of Revit and allied workflows
Understanding of the capabilities and application of Information Management tools such as Aconex, Asite, Newforma, etc.
Working knowledge in the use of VR walkthroughs and panoramas for client presentations, consultant coordination and internal design reviews
Understanding of the interoperability workflows between the various design tools throughout all the stages of a project
Applications we work with
Design Authoring - Revit, Rhino, Autocad, Navisworks
Collaboration - BIM360
Computational Design - Grasshopper, Dynamo
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.