Project Architect – Retail & Consumer

Role Overview

Collaborate with and lead talented designers to deliver world‑class retail environments. Contribute to all phases of design, including concept development, construction documentation, and construction administration. Serve as a trusted client partner, team leader, and steward of Gensler’s commitment to quality, innovation, and impact.

• 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, 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.

• 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 and 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  regarding alternative opportunities).
• Portfolio of work samples required.

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs.
• Flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, and paid time off.
• 401(k) with profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice‑annual bonus opportunities.
• Annual base salary ranges established according to local market standards.
• Reimbursement for professional licenses, renewals, and exam fees.
• Tuition reimbursement for eligible programs.

This role is fully in‑office; remote or hybrid arrangements are not available.

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