Project Architect – Workplace Interiors - Senior

About the Role

Based in our Phoenix office, you will join a team serving clients in purpose‑built environments for workplace‑focused interiors work. As a Gensler Project Architect, your creativity and technical acumen will author engaging human experiences in the built environment, evolving toward a leadership role guiding clients to design solutions.

• Engage directly with senior design leadership and design teams from early development through the construction documentation phases
• Collaborate with design team, clients, consultants, contractors, fabricators, regulatory agencies and other vendors to meet overall project objectives
• Manage project team and coordination of consultants
• Produce BIM models and construction drawings
• Resolve challenging technical and design issues with the team to produce innovative, technical and constructible solutions
• Provide mentorship and coaching to grow junior staff members
• Participate in office culture and initiatives

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture from an accredited school. Licensure required.
• 10+ years of experience as a project architect, with a strong background in workplace interiors
• Experience working with Revit is required
• Proficiency with Sketch Up, 3D Max, Bluebeam, and Adobe Creative Suite is preferred, but not required
• Experience managing multiple aspects of client, team and project coordination, including full documentation coordination with structural, MEP, lighting, AV, landscape and civil consultants
• Flexibility to focus on concurrent projects in various stages of development
• Effective communicator, collaborative and team‑conscious
• Experience working directly with contractors
• A quick learner with an ability to thrive in a fast‑paced work environment
• Experience resolving complex technical and design issues
• Experience performing zoning and code analysis in multiple jurisdictions
• Understanding of how buildings are constructed, along with the ability to create technical documents that succinctly, thoroughly and accurately describe the work to be done
• Understanding of sustainable and universal design concepts
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication and relationship management skills
• Previous experience in sustainable design projects is preferable
• Built projects with LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL Building Standard, Fitwel and/or Net Zero Building certification is desired
• * TO BE CONSIDERED, PLEASE SUBMIT CURRENT PORTFOLIO AND/OR WORK SAMPLES IN PDF FORMAT*
• * Notice:
  At Gensler an unlicensed Architect or Designer focused in architecture will have the job title of Technical Designer and operate in this capacity for alignment with internal programs, doing business with clients and compliance with industry and government regulations.*

• Medical, dental, vision, disability and wellness programs
• Flex spending and paid holidays
• Paid time off
• 401(k) with matching, profit sharing and employee stock ownership
• Twice annual bonus opportunities
• Reimbursement for certain professional licenses, renewals and exam fees
• Reimbursement and tuition assistance for eligible programs or classes

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, protected veterans, and qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law are encouraged to apply.