Design & Architecture

Gensler is seeking a Project Manager/Design Manager to join our Las Vegas office. As part of our growing Critical Facilities studio, you’ll bring your architectural expertise, attention to detail, and strong interpersonal skills to lead the delivery of high-performance critical facilities projects—on time and within budget. In this role, you’ll oversee project workflows, allocate resources effectively, and serve as the primary liaison between the client and the project team.

Our Critical Facilities practice is uniquely equipped to deliver high-performance data centers by drawing on expertise from across Gensler’s diverse practice areas. We assemble specialized teams within our Critical Facilities group to design and execute data center projects that meet the complex needs of today’s technology-driven organizations. This work sits at the intersection of architecture, infrastructure, and innovation – making it an exciting space for professionals who want to shape the future of digital environments.

In addition to data centers, our team brings deep experience in mission-critical environments such as research and supercomputing facilities, command and control centers, and SCIFs. The complexity and impact of these projects offer rich opportunities for learning, advancement, and long-term career growth.

Provide project leadership to client and team by communicating project objectives, contract scope, terms, and schedule

Provide strategically minded design support for organization, production and execution of projects.

Manage scheduling, budgets, staffing, and project set-up with clients, sub-contractors, vendors and contractors

Prepare project proposals and negotiate contracts and fees; bid projects to multiple general contractors

Track and manage financial performance of project for success (e.g., work plan, schedule, fees, change orders, billings and collections)

Manage project lifecycle; estimating, bidding, project kick-off, weekly coordination, punch list, turnover, opening, and project close-out

Guide and mentor junior designers, assisting in leading multiple projects at a high level, working in a collaborative manner with other design and technical staff

Work closely with your team and across the office and firm, to promote and model an inter-disciplinary design approach that enhances Gensler’s culture of design quality and excellence.

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or related field

15+ yearsof relevant experience: a mix of architecture and project management preferred with a strong background designing and managing multiple building typologies of varying scale.

Professional license or certification preferred

LEED accreditation preferred

Experience negotiating project scope, fees, managing project financial performance, and ensuring fiscal responsibility for projects

Experience with the full project lifecycle, through post-occupancy

Knowledge of building codes, standards and building structures

Experience with project management software, such as MS Project, a plus

** The base salary will be estimated between $110,000 – $130,000 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 hiking and camping excursions 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.

• 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
• reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes

Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets.

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. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.