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 sports facilities and convention centers to education, hospitality, retail, workplaces and more. Whether we’re refreshing a retailer’s brand, planning a new urban district or designing a super tall building, we strive to make the everyday places people occupy more inspiring, more resilient and more impactful.
Your Role
As a Gensler Project Architect in our Washington DC office, your job is to combine creativity and technical knowledge with business skills and understanding to produce functionally beautiful spaces. It’s your job to contribute to a team of architects and designers to deliver unparalleled sports facilities. With you as part of the design team, architecture has never been so engaging. You will leverage your technical acumen in Revit to drive client projects from concept through build in a collaborative team while mentoring your team members.
What You Will Do
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Manage multiple aspects of client, team and project coordination, including full documentation coordination with consultants (structural, MEP, lighting, AV, acoustical, accessibility, building envelope, life safety, etc.)
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Lead documentation process, guide questions for specifications, and mentor younger staff
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Primarily responsible for technical documentation and mentoring.
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Manage communication between project team, client, vendors, contractors, and consultants
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Resolve complex technical and design issues with team to produce innovative technical/constructible solutions
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Direct production of drawings, specifications and construction administration tasks
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Responsible for oversight and delivery of documents with design intent and top-notch technical quality
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Maintain and oversee the project manual and specifications
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Process submittals/substitution requests during construction and address RFIs
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Interface with building and permitting officials during the permitting and construction phases of the project
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Actively participate and contribute to the financial performance of project
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Review and contribute to proposals and contracts with Project Manager
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Ensure projects conform to contract
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Contribute to office activities, initiatives and learning programs
Your Qualifications
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Registered Architect
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Bachelor's degree in Architecture from an accredited school
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8-15+ years of related experience, including demonstrated success delivering sports related facilities (training facilities, arenas, stadiums, ballparks, etc.)
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Passion and excitement for sports related projects (ground up and renovations for training facilities, arenas, stadiums, ballparks, etc.)
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Familiar with sightline calculations and assembly related ADA issues
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Proficiency with Revit
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Full knowledge of architectural principles/practices
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Working knowledge of building codes, standards and building structures
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Ability to create technical documents that succinctly describe the work to be done
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Experience with the entire project lifecycle and design process through post-occupancy
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Flexibility to focus on concurrent projects in various stages of development
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A quick learner with an ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment
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Excellent written and verbal communication and management skills to include leadership, organization and mentoring skills
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Collaborative and team-conscious
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Ability to handle difficult situations with tact, grace and style
- This role is not remote; we look forward to working with our new Architect in our incredible Washington, D.C. office. Learn more about our team here:
https://www.gensler.com/offices/washington-d-c
Learn more about our Sports Practice Area here:
https://www.gensler.com/expertise/sports
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.
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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