Technical Designer - Critical Facilities - Mid Level

Your Role

Gensler Chicago’s Cities Studio is looking for talented architecture professionals to join our Critical Facilities team. As a Technical Designer you’ll explore new ways of solving complex design problems and craft solutions with integrated project teams.

You are individually driven, have a desire to be part of a team, and understand the importance of every contribution within the project phases. Your work ethic and dedication to problem solving, combined with our commitment to collaboration and learning, makes Gensler the perfect place to further your career.

• Work with our Critical Facilities team on conceptual designs, presentations, design development, and production.
• Resolve complex design issues with innovative and practical solutions.
• Participate in all project phases, including conceptual designs, presentations, schematic design, design development, construction documents and production.
• Collaborate with design team, clients, consultants, contractors, fabricators, regulatory agencies and other vendors to meet overall project objectives.
• Produce graphic presentations, 3D renderings, and construction drawings.
• Assist in managing client expectations, team communication and consultant coordination.
• Contribute to office activities, initiatives, and learning programs.

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from an accredited university.
• 5+ years of related project experience, with interest or background in critical facilities related projects.
• Proficiency in Revit, 3D modeling, visualization, and graphic software.
• Beginning knowledge of relevant building codes and accessibility requirements.
• Flexibility to focus on concurrent projects in various stages of development.
• Ability to communicate design ideas and direction quickly.
• A quick learner with an ability to thrive in a fast‑paced work environment.
• Strong leadership, organization, communication and relationship‑management skills.

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 $73,000‑$85,000 plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience. Gensler offers medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k), profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice‑annual bonus opportunities. Professional license reimbursement and associated renewals and exam fees are also available.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer of choice. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of 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 federal, state and local law.