Technical Designer - Critical Facilities - Junior

Your Role Gensler Chicago’s Cities Studio is looking for talented emerging architecture professionals seeking an opportunity in Critical Facilities. At Gensler, we are one community, united by our commitment to holistically improve the human experience. Guided by determined optimism, we use the power of design to spark positive change and create a future that promotes equity, resilience, and wellbeing for everyone.

• Work with project teams in all project phases, including conceptual design, schematic design, design development, construction documents, and implementation.
• Collaborate with the design team, clients, consultants, contractors, fabricators, regulatory agencies, and other vendors to meet overall project objectives.
• Develop and participate in internal and client presentations.
• Participate in the construction administration process, ensuring the successful delivery of the design intent.
• Contribute to office activities, initiatives, and learning programs.

• Organized, creative, collaborative, and independent, with the ability to work on multiple projects at the same time.
• Strong graphic and visualization skills to communicate design ideas.
• Proficiency in Revit required, and experience utilizing other digital design tools beyond Revit.
• Passion for sustainable practices and interest in working towards certification (LEED, Fit Well, etc.).
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from a professionally accredited program.
• 0‑5 years of related architecture project experience.
• Applications will not be considered without an uploaded portfolio/work samples (in PDF form or linked to an online portfolio).

The base salary will be estimated between $60,000 and $70,000 plus bonuses and benefits and is contingent on relevant experience.

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off.
• 401(k) with company match, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice‑annual bonus opportunities.
• Reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees.
• A comprehensive benefits package that supports work‑life balance and overall wellbeing.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer of choice. All aspects of employment decisions are based on merit, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on any status protected under federal, state, or local law. Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

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