What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Designer – Critical Facilities - Junior position at Gensler?
Your Role
As a Technical Designer – Critical Facilities – Junior in Gensler’s Phoenix office, you will play a key role in the production and delivery of complex, technical projects, with a strong emphasis on Revit-based documentation and precision modeling. This is an ideal position for someone early in their career who is passionate about the technical side of architecture.
You are a self-starter and critical thinker who enjoys solving problems through detailed execution. You approach your work with an entrepreneurial mindset, take ownership of your output, and have a natural inclination toward precision, systems thinking, and iterative refinement. You are also motivated by sustainable design principles and understand the importance of performance-driven solutions in high-tech environments.
What You Will Do
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.
As a Technical Designer – Critical Facilities – Junior in Gensler’s Phoenix office, you will play a key role in the production and delivery of complex, technical projects, with a strong emphasis on Revit-based documentation and precision modeling. This is an ideal position for someone early in their career who is passionate about the technical side of architecture.
You are a self-starter and critical thinker who enjoys solving problems through detailed execution. You approach your work with an entrepreneurial mindset, take ownership of your output, and have a natural inclination toward precision, systems thinking, and iterative refinement. You are also motivated by sustainable design principles and understand the importance of performance-driven solutions in high-tech environments.
What You Will Do
- Support the production of construction documents with a strong focus on Revit modeling, detailing, and documentation accuracy
- Contribute to the development and refinement of technical drawing sets, ensuring alignment with design intent and project requirements
- Assist in resolving complex technical and detailing challenges through thoughtful, practical solutions
- Support the coordination of building systems by gaining hands-on exposure to mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) components within complex building environments, and actively developing your technical understanding of their integration.
- Participate in all project phases from conceptual design through construction, with an emphasis on Design Development and Construction Documentation
- Collaborate closely with project teams, including architects, engineers, consultants, and contractors to solve technical design challenges by communicating effectively across disciplines and contributing to the delivery of high‑tech, mission‑critical projects through thoughtful problem-solving.
- Develop and maintain Revit standards, workflows, and model integrity across projects
- Produce 3D models, diagrams, and technical graphics to support design communication and coordination
- Support coordination with consultants and internal teams to ensure constructability and technical excellence
- Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, helping refine workflows, tools, and delivery processes
- Bachelor’s degree in Architecture (or equivalent) from an accredited program
- 0–5 years of experience, with a strong interest in technical design and production
- Proficiency in Revit required; experience with complex models and documentation sets preferred
- Working knowledge of construction documentation, detailing, and building systems
- Familiarity with building codes and accessibility requirements
- Strong attention to detail and a passion for precision and high-quality deliverables
- Interest in sustainable design and high-performance building strategies
- Ability to think critically, troubleshoot issues, and proactively propose solutions
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
- TO BE CONSIDERED, PLEASE SUBMIT CURRENT PORTFOLIO AND/OR WORK SAMPLES IN PDF FORMAT*
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.