What are the responsibilities and job description for the Architect - Healthcare - Mid level position at Gensler?
Our approach to healthcare is holistic. It is research-driven and designed to create engaging experiences for everyone from patients and families to staff and providers. Gensler seeks innovation for the individual, the community, and the region from a diverse global platform. We call our approach Radically Human. Gensler applies this approach to our work and in building our teams. We seek partners that share our view and are motivated to drive positive change in human health and wellness.
Your Role
At Gensler Healthcare, we design for people. We leverage our global perspective and local presence to innovate at every scale. We're not just designers. We're tinkerers, craftspeople, visionaries, innovators and thought leaders focused on wellness. Fueled by passion and entrepreneurial spirit, our people bring new ideas to solve challenging problems in our healthcare ecosystem. Whether you're into sketching new ideas, hacking a building or growing client relationships in global markets, there's something here for everyone.
As a GenslerArchitectwith ourHealthcare teaminHouston, your job is to combine creativity and technical knowledge with business skills and understanding to produce functionally beautiful spaces for clients. We are collaborative and client focused, with a commitment to design experience, sustainability, and social purpose. Join our incredible team and leverage the power of informed and purposeful user-centered design to unlock design solutions and strategies that are dening the next chapter in the healthcare industry.
What You Will Do
Documentation coordination with consultants (structural, MEP, lighting, AV, acoustical, accessibility, building envelope, life safety, etc.)
Coordinate with the project team, client, vendors, contractors, and consultants for a variety of healthcare projects (medical office buildings, hospitals, outpatient clinics, surgery centers, community health centers, etc.)
Experience delivering healthcare buildings and base buildings is preferred
Resolve complex technical and design issues with team to produceinnovative, technical, constructible solutions
Direct production of drawings, specifications and construction administration tasks
Responsible for delivery of documents with design intent and top-notch technical quality
Contribute to the maintenance and oversight of the project manual and specifications
Conduct on-site observations and document site reviews
Process submittals/substitution requests during construction and address RFIs
Interface with building and permitting officials during the permitting and construction phases of the project
Actively participate and contribute to the financial performance of a project
Review and contribute to proposals and contracts
Contribute to office activities, initiatives and learning programs
Establish and maintain ongoing, productive client relationships
Your Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Architecture from an accredited school
Registered / Licensed Architect
5 years (preferred) of related experience on healthcare projects, from feasibility studies, pre-design, space programming, and master planning
Understanding of healthcare regulations and codes
Highly proficient with Revit
LEED AP (or in process) preferred
Expertise with building codes, standards and building structures - able to lead and guide our teams and clients with confidence
Flexibility to focus on concurrent projects in various stages of development
A quick learner with an ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment
Collaborative and team-conscious
Must have the ability to maintain existing client relationships and build new client relationships through successful project delivery
*TO BE CONSIDERED, YOU MUST SUBMIT A RESUME AND CURRENT PORTFOLIO/WORK SAMPLES IN PDF FORMAT*
This position is in-person and requires weekly out-of-state travel for an internationally recognized healthcare institution.
Life at 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.
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.
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