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Design Manager/Project Manager - Workplace - Mid Level

Gensler
Gensler Salary
Newport, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/26/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/26/2026

Your Role

At Gensler Newport Beach, we help companies innovate. We design spaces, services and environments for organizations seeking new ways to provide value for themselves by fostering healthier, more effective workplaces. We are searching for an experienced design manager with a successful track record of managing all phases of corporate interiors projects and leading multiple projects at the same time.

Responsible for managing commercial interiors projects. A Design Manager at Gensler works with autonomy to be responsible for execution of a variety of project types and sizes and will lead all phases of projects. He or she will be involved in all phases of the project delivery and must have a working knowledge of this process with the ability to deliver the successful completion of a project. A Design Manager will work/interact with and mentor junior staff to encourage a high level of design and ensure client satisfaction through being the main point of contact for the client in all work produced.


What You Will Do

  • Act as lead design manager for a variety of project types

  • Participate during all phases of project delivery

  • Develop project schedules, budgets, and work plans

  • Interface with client, contractor, agencies, as well as engineering and specialty consultants

  • Prepare and review proposals, contracts, and consultant agreements

  • Review internal project accounting documents and process draft project billing

  • Participate in firm marketing, proposal writing, and project interviews

  • Manage project teams, assign and monitor completion of tasks

  • Mentor junior staff

  • Participate in the coordination and document preparation for projects and provide quality assurance via review of project documentation

  • Other related duties as assigned

Your Qualifications

  • 10 Years of Design Management experience working on corporate interior projects

  • Bachelor's Degree or higher in Interior Design or Architecture

  • Knowledge and experience in all phases of interior design / architectural projects

  • Ability to provide excellent client service and assure project profitability

  • Understanding of Commercial Real Estate process as it relates to commercial interior projects

  • Desire to mentor junior staff

  • Strong programming and space planning skills

  • High level of design competence and expertise in FF&E

  • Knowledge of state and local building codes including accessibility

  • Computer savvy with moderate or better skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and Project), and AutoCAD.

  • Revit, SketchUp and Photoshop skills are a benefit

To be considered for this opportunity, you must UPLOAD A PORTFOLIO to the attachments sections of your application.

**Compensation is based upon experience and estimated range is $105,000 - $125,000 annually bonuses benefits

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.


Gensler celebrates diversity and our commitment to creating an inclusive environment for our colleagues. We are proud to be 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. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Women, minorities, 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.

You may view our Pay Transparency Statement, your EEO rights under the law, and EEO is the law supplemental information on our website. Gensler shares the right to work and participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law.

Gensler endeavors to make gensler.com/careers accessible to all applicants. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us.

Regarding Gensler’s approach to recruiting new talent, we will never ask an applicant for sensitive or personal financial information during the recruitment process. We advise all applicants seeking employment with Gensler to review available information on recruitment fraud. Anyone who suspects that they have been contacted by someone falsely representing Gensler should email info@gensler.com.

 

Salary : $105,000 - $125,000

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