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San Diego, California, United States
Onsite
Your Role
As a Gensler Technical Designer, focusing on commercial interior environments, you will provide design support for completion/execution of design concepts, prepare schematic, design development and construction documentation drawings, resolve design issues, analyze design options, and execute projects through construction administration.
You will be working with the team to complete assignments on schedule and with great quality to meet our clients’ expectations. You will be expected to resolve technical/design issues to maintain progress and quality control and to communicate between the project team and consultants. You will be responsible to meet building codes and all necessary deadlines in order to fully meet client expectations.
What You Will Do
Collaborate on all phases of a Corporate Workplace oriented interiors projects, including programming client needs, conceptual design, schematic design, and design development, construction documentation and construction administration
Ability to ideate quickly through utilizing computational design tools
Direct the technical coordination and documentation for construction of the project
Collaborate with the team during the design, planning and development phases with building technology and code compliance expertise
Produce drawings and details, which meet various and specific program requirements while also representing an overall design concept
Conduct on-site observations and document site reviews
Process submittals, RFIs, substitution requests, etc. during construction
Interface with building and permitting officials during the permitting and construction phases of the project
Assist in managing client expectations, team communication and consultant coordination
Contribute to office activities, initiatives, and learning programs
Your Qualifications
Bachelor or Masters Degree in Architecture or Interior Design, preferably with experience designing corporate interiors projects
10+ years of professional experience with focus on Architecture or Interior Design
Licensed Architect OR NCIDQ preferred
LEED accreditation encouraged
Experience resolving technical and design issues
Proficiency with Revit, SketchUp, 3ds Max, and Adobe Creative Suite
Understanding of how buildings are constructed and ability to create technical documents that succinctly, thoroughly, and accurately describe the work to be done
Collaborative and team-conscious
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to handle challenging situations with tact, grace and style
Knowledge of California building codes, standards and building structures
Understanding sustainable and universal design concepts.
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 $100,000– $120,000 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 Awareness 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.