Technical Designer - Interior Architecture

As a Gensler Technical Designer you will collaborate with our Practice Area Leaders and Design Directors to develop design solutions and coordinate the design through the construction documentation phase of a project. You will be successful because you already know how to translate an architect's sketches and documents into realized 2D/3D models and images and can research artistic and/or technical issues when they arise.

Your work ethic, combined with your commitment to collaboration and mentoring, makes Gensler the perfect place to nurture your career.

• Manage client, team and project coordination, including full documentation coordination with structural, MEP, lighting, AV, civil consultants etc.
• Support communication between project team, clients, vendors, contractors, consultants, and building and permitting officials
• Provide technical guidance and innovative solutions to resolve complex technical and design challenges
• Maintain project manual and specifications
• Conduct and document site visits, process submittals, substitution requests, and RFIs during construction

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture
• 8+ years of experience in a commercial design firm
• Licensed or registered architect preferred
• Experience with Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu, Sketch Up, 3DMax, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator), and MS Office
• Working knowledge of building codes, standards, building construction, and building structures
• LEED accreditation preferred

Resume submission must be accompanied by a portfolio PDF. The base salary range will be estimated between $80,000 - $102,000.

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 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 401(k), profit sharing, employee stock ownership plan, and twice annual bonus opportunities. Our annual base salary range is based on local markets.

This is not a remote position. We look forward to working with our new team member in our dynamic Chicago office. If you're open to relocation, non-local candidates are welcome.