Architect – Mid Level

Location: Charlotte, NC, US

Time Type: Full time

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. 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 Architect, your job is to combine creativity and technical knowledge with business skills and understanding to produce functionally beautiful Retail, Financial Services firm, and multi-site implementation projects. As a member of the dynamic Charlotte office, you will be a part of a team that creates impactful and memorable experiences that will be remembered for a lifetime. Your successful track record on these architectural projects and ability to problem solve both individually and part of a team makes Gensler a perfect place to cultivate your career.

What You Will Do

• Resolve complex technical and design issues with team to produce innovative technical/constructible solutions 
• Resolves complex technical/design issues and detailing
• Production of drawings, specifications and construction administration tasks while also having the ability to produce drawings and specifications
• Responsible for oversight and delivery of documents with design intent and top-notch technical quality
• Provides guidance and mentorship to team
• Maintain and oversee the project manual and specifications
• 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.)
• Manage communication between project team, client, vendors, contractors, and consultants
• Conduct on-site observations and document site reviews
• Process submittals/substitution requests during construction and address RFIs
• Interface with building and permitting officials during the permitting and construction phases of the project
• Actively participate and contribute to the financial performance of project
• Ensure projects conform to contract
• Actively leading teams for successful delivery of projects
• Managing client expectations, team communication and oversight of consultant coordination
• Contribute to office activities, initiatives and learning programs
• Establish and maintain ongoing, productive client relationships through successful project delivery

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture from an accredited school
• 5-10 years of related experience, including demonstrated success with workplace (office space) interiors projects
• Highly proficient in Revit
• Strong knowledge of building codes, standards and building structures
• Ability to understand how buildings are constructed and to create technical documents that succinctly describe the work to be done
• Experience with the entire project lifecycle and design process through post-occupancy
• Flexibility to focus on concurrent projects in various stages of development
• A quick learner with an ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment
• Excellent written + verbal communication and client relationship management skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Collaborative and team-conscious
• Ability to handle difficult situations with tact, grace and style
• Must have the ability to maintain existing client relationships and build new client relationships through successful project delivery
• Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices; Portfolios will ideally include at least one project (especially built projects with LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL Building Standard, Fitwel, and/or Net Zero Building certification) with this particular focus
• Registered / Licensed Architect required. If you are in process of becoming licensed, please feel free to contact Nicole Kumar at [email protected]

For consideration, please submit resume and portfolio with relevant work samples.

This role is not remote or hybrid; we look forward to working with our new team member in our Charlotte office.

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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