Technical Designer - Junior

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

Gensler Chicago’s Lifestyle Studio is looking for talented emerging architecture professionals seeking an opportunity in Architecture. At Gensler, we are one community, united by our commitment to holistically improve the human experience. Guided by determined optimism, we can 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 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 uploaded portfolio/work samples (in PDF form or linked to online portfolio)

• The base salary will be estimated between $60,000-$70,000 plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience. To learn more about our compensation philosophy and full benefits offerings, please visit Great People, Great Rewards | Gensler

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 at Gensler 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 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities. Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• disability
• wellness programs
• flex spending
• paid holidays
• paid time off
• 401k
• profit sharing
• employee stock ownership
• twice annual bonus opportunities
• reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees

As part of the firm’s commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.

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Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with federal, state and local law.

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