What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Architect - Senior position at Gensler?
Description
Your Role
As a Senior Project Architect at Gensler, you will play a key role within our wide range of practice area in our Columbus office. You'll collaborate closely with Practice Area Leaders, Design Directors, and multidisciplinary teams to develop thoughtful design solutions and carry projects through the construction documentation process.
This role offers the opportunity to work at a leading architectural firm in a growing market, collaborating with engaged and passionate project architects on impactful, complex projects. You will translate design concepts into clear, wellcoordinated 2D and 3D documentation, resolve technical challenges as they arise, and contribute to the successful delivery of missioncritical environments.
Your strong work ethic, collaborative mindset, and commitment to mentoring others will support both project success and continued professional growth within the firm
What You Will Do
Collaborate across all phases of design including programming, conceptual design, schematic design, design development, and construction documentation
Coordinate closely with consultants, contractors, fabricators, specification writers, and regulatory agencies to meet overall project goals
Lead documentation coordination with structural, MEP, lighting, AV, acoustical, accessibility, building envelope, life safety, and other specialty consultants
Assist in resolving complex technical and design issues throughout the project lifecycle
Support management of client expectations, internal team communication, and consultant coordination
Provide project team leadership to deliver complete, accurate construction drawings, specifications, and material selections
Participate in construction administration, including submittal reviews, RFIs, and finish samples
Contribute to office initiatives, professional development efforts, and mentoring of junior staff
Your Qualifications
Bachelor's degree Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture from a professionally accredited program
Professional Licensure required
10 years of professional experience in architectural design and project delivery
Strong experience managing multiple aspects of client, team, and project coordination, including full consultant coordination
Experience working directly with contractors during documentation and construction
Demonstrated ability to resolve complex technical and design challenges
Experience with zoning and code analysis across multiple jurisdictions
Deep understanding of building construction methods and the ability to produce clear, accurate technical documentation
Familiarity with sustainable and universal design principles; experience with LEED, WELL, Fitwel, Living Building Challenge, or Net Zero projects preferred
Proficiency in Revit and Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator); experience with AutoCAD, SketchUp, Rhino, Enscape, VRay, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office is beneficial
Strong leadership, organization, communication, and relationshipmanagement skills
*For consideration, you must submit a portfolio and your resume in PDF format.
To learn more about our compensation philosophy and full benefits offerings, please visit Great People, Great Rewards | Gensler
Life at Gensler
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 401 (k), 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.
NOTICE TO APPLICANTS
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 and local law.
Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with federal, state and local law.
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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.