Design Manager - Aviation

At Gensler, we design for people, leveraging a global perspective and local presence to innovate at every scale. We’re not just designers – we’re tinkerers, craftspeople, visionaries, innovators, and thought leaders.

As a Gensler Design Manager – Aviation, you will leverage your attention to detail and interpersonal skills to deliver exceptional architectural projects on time and on budget. You will deploy resources to ensure that the work process flows smoothly and act as the primary liaison between the team and client. Your role is critical in the design and delivery of world‑class projects including but not limited to Critical Facilities, industrial, and manufacturing projects.

• Advise planning officials on project feasibility, cost‑effectiveness, regulatory conformance, or possible alternatives.
• Recommend approval, denial, or conditional approval of proposals.
• Conduct field investigations, surveys, impact studies, or other research to compile and analyze data on economic, social, regulatory, or physical factors affecting land use.
• Discuss with planning officials the purpose of land use projects such as transportation, conservation, residential, commercial, industrial, or community use.
• Keep informed about economic or legal issues involved in zoning codes, building codes, or environmental regulations.
• Supervise or coordinate the work of urban planning technicians or technologists.
• Develop plans for public or alternative transportation systems for urban or regional locations to reduce carbon output associated with transportation.
• Identify opportunities or develop plans for sustainability projects or programs to improve energy efficiency, minimize pollution or waste, or restore natural systems.
• Coordinate work with economic consultants or architects during the formulation of plans or the design of large pieces of infrastructure.
• Advocate sustainability to community groups, government agencies, the general public, or special interest groups.
• Investigate property availability for purposes of development.
• Conduct interviews, surveys, and site inspections concerning factors that affect land usage such as zoning, traffic flow, and housing.
• Prepare reports, using statistics, charts, and graphs, to illustrate planning studies in areas such as population, land use, or zoning.
• Research, compile, analyze, and organize information from maps, reports, investigations, and books for use in reports and special projects.

• Design Management, Planning, and Project Management experience required.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture.
• 10+ years of experience; aviation project experience preferred.
• Licensed or registered architect.
• Passionate about aviation projects.
• 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.

Base Salary Range: $110–140k (estimated). Gensler’s total compensation package is multi‑layered and includes a base salary, two annual bonuses paid in December and June, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), and profit sharing. Detailed benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, paid time off, a 401(k), and additional bonus opportunities.

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS – Gensler is 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.

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