Technical Designer - Junior

About the Role

Gensler Chicago’s Lifestyle Studio is looking for talented emerging architecture professionals. At Gensler, we are one community, united by our commitment to holistically improve the human experience. Guided by determined optimism, we use the power of design to spark positive change and create a future that promotes equity, resilience, and wellbeing for everyone.

As a Junior Technical Designer with Gensler, you’ll explore new ways of solving complex design problems, both at the conceptual level and in the technical realm, crafting solutions with integrated project teams. You are individually driven and have a desire to be part of a team. You understand the importance of every contribution within the project phases and are excited to do your part to make a difference at work and within the community.

Responsibilities

• Work with project teams in all project phases, including conceptual design, schematic design, design development, construction documents, and implementation
• Collaborate with the design team, clients, consultants, contractors, fabricators, regulatory agencies, and other vendors to meet overall project objectives
• Develop and participate in internal and client presentations
• Participate in the construction administration process ensuring the successful delivery of the design intent
• Contribute to office activities, initiatives, and learning programs

Requirements

• Organized, creative, collaborative, and independent with the ability to work on multiple projects at the same time
• Strong graphic and visualization skills to communicate design ideas
• Proficiency in Revit required, and experience utilizing other digital design tools beyond Revit
• Passion for sustainable practices and interest in working towards certification (LEED, FitWell, etc.)
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from a professionally accredited program
• 0-5 years of related architecture project experience
• Applications will not be considered without uploaded portfolio/work samples (in PDF form or linked to online portfolio)

Pay

The base salary will be estimated between $60,000-$70,000 plus bonuses and contingent on relevant experience.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Disability and wellness programs
• Flex spending and paid holidays
• Paid time off
• 401k, profit sharing, and employee stock ownership
• Twice annual bonus opportunities
• Reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees

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.