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 Manager in our Washington D.C. office, your job is to manage projects’ financials and staffing to support the design and construction of functionally beautiful spaces. With you as a leader on the design team, sports facilities have never been so engaging.
What You Will Do
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Manage all phases of design throughout project scope for sports facilities projects, including project set-up and entitlements, design and construction administration.
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Create and communicate clear and attainable project objectives and project requirements
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Manage project scheduling, budgets, and set-up with clients, sub-contractors, vendors and consultants
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Prepare project team work - plan and manage a range of project team sizes, comprised of project architects, interior designers, technical designers and consultants
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Actively manage, track and be accountable for financial performance of project
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Prepare project proposals, negotiate contracts and fees, coordinate bidding process
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Ensure projects conform to contract
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Manage team communication, project staffing, and oversight of consultant coordination; this role is more internally facing versus client facing
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Contribute to office activities, initiatives and learning programs
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Establish and maintain ongoing, productive client relationships
Your Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Construction and/or Facilities Management, Civil Engineering, or related field from an accredited school
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10+ years of related experience, including 5+ years of demonstrated success as a project manager on large complex architectural projects (sports facilities, convention centers, mixed use, commercial office buildings, hospitality, 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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Strong abilities in managing fees, schedules, staffing, and project finances
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Experience leading, managing and mentoring multiple project teams
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Experience negotiating project scope and fees
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Experience with the entire project life cycle and design process through post-occupancy
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Proven fiscal accountability and responsibility on large scale projects
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Knowledge of building codes, standards and building structures
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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 client relationship management skills
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Collaborative and team-conscious
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Ability to handle difficult situations with tact, grace and style
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Must have the ability to maintain existing client relationships and build new client relationships
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Registered Architect, PMP, CCM, or related is preferred
- 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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