Job Description

At Gensler, we design for people. Weleverageour global perspective and local presence to innovate at every scale.We’renot just designers.We’retinkerers, craftspeople, visionaries, innovators, and thought leaders.Fueledby passion and entrepreneurial spirit, our people bringnew ideasto solve the world’s most challenging problems, like designing a more resilient, inclusive, andequitablefuture for our communities and cities.

Our people-centered, “People First” culture and “One Firm-Firm” motto promote integrated teams that unite to shape the future of citiesGensler’s vision is to “Create a Better World through the Power of Design,” and we do that by our deep commitment to our clients and by fostering a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive environment that enables our people to create impactful solutions together.

Your Role 

Gensler is at the forefront of transformative design solutions that drive change and deliver exceptional value for our clients. Our commitment to innovation, creativity, and impactful design outcomes has positioned us as a leader in the industry

We are seeking a visionaryArchitectural Designerfor our Columbus office who ismarket facing andpassionate about pushing the boundaries of design to lead our talented team and elevate our client solutions.Architectural Designers play a crucial role in shaping the creative direction of our projects and guiding a diverse team of designers across various disciplines. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of design principles and a proventrack recordof delivering exceptional results that resonate with project stakeholders. This individual willbe responsible forensuring that our design outcomes not only meet but exceed client expectations, resulting in groundbreaking and meaningful design solutions that drive value creation and successful outcomes. This team member will also be market facing and meet goals tobring new projects to the office.

Genslerhas spentover30 years helping clients shapeneighborhoodsand design meaningful spacesin the Ohioregion.We’redeeply committed to the city’s evolution, working on mixed-use developments,education, life science, adaptivereuse,community collaborations, and more With a strong focus on preserving Columbus’s past while envisioning its future,you’llplay a key role in shaping the city’s next chapter

What You Will Do 

• Leadership & Strategy: Provide visionary leadership for the design team, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. Develop and implement strategic design initiatives that align with client goals and businessobjectives 

• Client development: Collaborate closely with office leadership to drive strategic growth of Gensler’s Columbus office.Leadpursuit strategy, client development, and relationship-building efforts.Represent Gensler externally through speaking engagements, client forums, and industry leadership opportunities.Coordinate and lead clientengagementtofoster relationshipsand business opportunities.

• Client Engagement: Build andmaintainstrong relationships with clientsand the RE community,understanding their needs andobjectivesto deliver compelling design solutions. Act as the primary point of contact for major projects, ensuring clear communication and satisfaction.

• Mentor, Coach and Support Growth: Guide designers in discovering their strengths,mentorand coach to enhance and develop design skills. Provide open communication, active listening, and thoughtful questioning to unleash the potential of talent and teams within our People First culture.

• Creative Direction: Oversee design projects from concept through execution, ensuring that creative ideas are innovative, impactful, and aligned with the firm’shigh standards Mentor and inspire the design team to explorenew ideasand concepts. 

• Market Trends & Innovation: Stay ahead of industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitive insights. Bring fresh ideas and innovations to the table that ensure the firmremainsa leader in design excellence and is well represented and published

Your Qualifications

• Licensed/Registered Architect

• Bachelor’s orMaster’s degree in Architecture

• Minimum of 15 years of experience in design, with at least 5 years in a leadership rolewithin a commercial designfirm

• Experience designing and deliveringprojects within these practice areas: Mixed Use, Education,Built to Suit & Headquarters, OfficeDevelopers, Hospitality, Residential 

• Proventrack recordof delivering successful, innovative design outcomes that have had a significant impact on client satisfaction and business growth, and the human experience.

• Exceptional portfolioshowcasinga variety of design projects, highlighting innovative approaches and successful client solutions. 

• Strong understanding of design principles, user experience, and project management methodologies. 

• Excellent communication, presentation/storytelling, and interpersonal skills with the ability to articulate design concepts and decisions effectively to clients and teams. 

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously. 

• LEED Accreditationpreferred. 

• Experience with Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu, SketchUp, 3dMax, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator), and MS Office

Please include aportfolioalong with your resumeand references

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 reflectourdiverse 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 offera 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities. Our annual base salary range has beenestablishedbased 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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