Your Role
As a Gensler Technical Designer with a focus on Urban Planning, you will collaborate with our Design Directors to develop design solutions as well as coordinate the design through the construction documentation phase of a project. You will be successful because you already know how to translate an architect's sketches and documents into realized 2D/3D models and images and can research artistic and/or technical issues when they arise. Your work ethic, combined with your commitment to collaboration, makes Gensler the perfect place to nurture your career.
What You Will Do
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Provide design support and documentation during completion and execution of design concepts
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Work with external consultants, product representatives, furniture dealers, and fabricators
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Participate in all project phases, including conceptual designs, presentations, schematic design, design development, construction documents and production
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Collaborate with design team, clients, consultants, contractors, fabricators, regulatory agencies and other vendors to meet overall project objectives
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Produce graphic presentations, 3D renderings, and construction drawings
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Utilize hand rendering techniques to communicate design concepts
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Work with planning team to develop and document urban planning solutions at various scales
Your Qualifications
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Professional degree in Architecture or Interior Design, demonstrated with a rigorous portfolio.
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0-3 years of related project experience
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State licensure and LEED accreditation a plus
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Proficiency in Revit
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Proficiency in modeling using 2D/3D software, such as CAD, Revit, Octane, 3dViz, 3ds MAX, and/or Rhino utilizing V-Ray
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Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and/or SketchUp
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Knowledge of relevant building codes and accessibility requirements
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Knowledge of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and parametric design software, including Grasshopper, a plus
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Outstanding graphic presentation skills
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Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
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Ability to develop collaborative relationships across the firm, with clients, and with other key constituents.
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Willingness to travel extensively within the US.
- To be considered for this opportunity, you must UPLOAD A SAMPLE DESIGN PORTFOLIO to the attachments sections of your application.
**This is not a remote position. The successful candidate will be expected to live in or relocate to the Washington, D.C. area 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 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.
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