What are the responsibilities and job description for the Architect - Senior position at Gensler?
Architect - Senior
locations
Raleigh, NC, US
time type
Full time
posted on
Posted 2 Days Ago
job requisition id
R-17441
Your Role
As a Senior Architect with Gensler’s team in Raleigh you will design and deliver some of the most complex and impactful buildings in the region. You will bring together design excellence, technical rigor, and strategic thinking to deliver architecture that is both deeply functional and experientially rich. You will work within a highly collaborative, client-focused culture that values design quality, resilience, and social purpose.
What You Will Do
Oversee major projects, shaping design direction, developing client relationships, and ensuring firm-wide excellence in project delivery and technical standards.
Lead multiple large-scale, complex projects from conceptual design through construction administration
Oversee quality assurance processes, design excellence, and technical rigor across teams
Build, strengthen, and manage key client relationships
Direct consultant coordination, project staffing, scheduling, and project financial performance
Support Project Managers and project teammates; ensure projects meet contractual obligations
Resolve advanced technical issues and ensure constructible, code-compliant solutions
Represent the firm in stakeholder meetings, regulatory reviews, and public presentations
Mentor emerging leaders; contribute to firm strategy, culture, and thought leadership
Your Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited program
Registered / licensed Architect
15+ years of relevant experience delivering complex buildings across all phases within a commercial design firm,
Proven expertise in project leadership, client management, and technical design
Strong business acumen, communication, and team leadership skills
Mastery of Revit and advanced understanding of integrated building systems
Passion for design excellence and continuous learning
Demonstrated commitment to resilience and sustainable building practices in specific work samples. LEED Accreditation or WELL AP preferred.
*This role is not remote or hybrid; we look forward to working with our new Architect in our dynamic Raleigh office.
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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