Project Architect – Retail & Consumer Experience

Location: Atlanta, GA, US

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

At Gensler, we design for people. By combining our global perspective with local expertise, we innovate at every scale. We are more than designers—we are craftspeople, visionaries, and thought leaders. Driven by passion and entrepreneurial spirit, our teams bring new ideas forward to solve complex challenges. Whether you are sketching new concepts, refining building strategies, or cultivating client relationships across global markets, there is a place for you here.

Our expertise spans a wide range of sectors, including aviation, transportation, education, hospitality, retail, and technology. Whether refreshing a retailer’s brand, planning a new urban district, or designing a super‑tall building, our goal is to make everyday environments more inspiring, resilient, and impactful.

Your Role

As a Gensler Project Architect, you will collaborate with and lead talented designers who help shape the future of the built environment. You will contribute to all phases of design, including concept development, construction documentation, and construction administration. We are looking for team members who pair creativity with strong technical expertise and who are committed to guiding clients as they evolve and grow their brands.

Our Atlanta office has a thriving Retail and Consumer Experience practice and is looking to expand our team. As a Project Architect within this group, you will help deliver world‑class retail environments by integrating design excellence, technical rigor, and strategic thinking. You will work with a multidisciplinary team from concept through completion and serve as a trusted client partner, team leader, and steward of Gensler’s commitment to quality, innovation, and impact.

What You Will Do

• Perform technical design assignments, including programming client needs, developing conceptual diagrams and models, producing technical studies, and generating construction documentation.
• Engage directly with clients and stakeholders to obtain necessary approvals.
• Manage client, team, and project coordination, including documentation integration with engineering and specialty consultants.
• Support communication among project teams, clients, vendors, contractors, consultants, and permitting officials.
• Provide design and documentation support throughout project execution.
• Collaborate with external consultants, product representatives, furniture dealers, and fabricators.
• Lead coordination with local jurisdictions for permit submissions, plan review responses, and approvals.
• Oversee the bid process, including issuing bid sets, responding to RFIs, and evaluating contractor proposals with clients.
• Manage construction administration activities, including site visits, submittal reviews, RFI responses, and contractor coordination to ensure design intent.
• Guide project progress through punch lists, final inspections, and closeout documentation.
• Mentor junior staff through technical guidance, project involvement, and daily support.

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from an accredited program.
• 6–10 years of relevant architectural experience, including multiple building typologies within retail practice.
• Strong knowledge of construction drawings, building codes, permitting, and construction administration.
• Proficiency in Revit (required).
• Excellent understanding of building systems, standards, and structures.
• Collaborative, team‑oriented mindset.
• Self‑motivated, responsible, and highly driven.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to lead and coordinate with consultants, contractors, and clients.
• Ability to develop strong relationships across the firm and with external partners.
• Demonstrated commitment to resilience and sustainable design practices.
• Registered / Licensed Architect (candidates actively pursuing licensure may contact [email protected] regarding alternative opportunities).

Please include a portfolio of work samples and review the qualifications above to ensure alignment with this role.

This role is fully in‑office; remote or hybrid arrangements are not available. We look forward to welcoming our new Architect to our dynamic Atlanta studio.

Life at Gensler

At Gensler, we value a culture that supports both exceptional design work and quality of life. From curated art exhibits and internal design competitions to hackathons and “Well‑being Week,” our offices reflect the diverse interests of our teams. We encourage employees to maintain a healthy, balanced lifestyle.

Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401(k), profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice‑annual bonus opportunities. Annual base salary ranges are established according to local market standards.

As part of our commitment to professional development, Gensler provides reimbursement for professional licenses, renewals, and exam fees. Tuition reimbursement is also available for eligible programs. We view these opportunities as strategic investments in our shared future.

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