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Project Manager (Design Manager) - Workplace

Gensler
Gensler Salary
Los Angeles, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/16/2026

Your Role

You willlead and manage multiple design teams and variousconsultants responsible for the design and delivery of retail stores and centers projects.

As a Project Manager (Design Manager)at Gensler, you will be highly involved in all phases of project delivery, manage day-to-day communications with our client, and lead and mentor team members to produce an exceptional level of design quality and client satisfaction in a fast-paced environment.

What You Will Do

  • Act as leadProject Managerand drive the project delivery during all phases of the project

  • Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and work plans

  • Lead the relationships with theclient, 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 project marketing, proposal writing, and project interviews

  • Manage mid-size to large project teams, assign and monitor completion of tasks

  • Mentor junior staff

  • Oversee the coordination and document preparation for the project and provide quality assurance via review of project documentation

Your Qualifications

  • 8 years of experience with preferably 4 years of management experience in projects and design in an Architecture firm

  • Bachelor's Degree or higher in Architecture

  • Licensed Architect preferred

  • Expertise or desire to actively build expertise in workplace projects; experience with core & shell and interiors

  • Extensive experience in all phases of architectural projects

  • Ability to provide excellent client service and assure project profitability

  • Desire to lead teams and to mentor junior staff

  • Strong programming and space planning skills

  • High level of design competence and expertise in mixed-use developments

  • High level of knowledge of state and local building codes, including accessibility

  • Sustainable design experience, with a preference for hands-on LEED project participation and accreditation

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

**The base salary will be estimated between $105,000 - $135,000 plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience. To learn more about our compensation philosophy and full benefits offerings, please visit Great People, Great Rewards | Gensler

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 and hackathons, to "Well-being Week," our offices reflect our teams' diverse interests.

We encourage our employees 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.

 

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