Technical Designer - Junior

About the Role

As a Gensler Technical Designer, you will combine creativity and technical knowledge with a focus on project delivery and an understanding of how to produce functionally beautiful spaces for clients. You will drive the delivery of a project, collaborate with office and regional technical leaders, and develop delivery and process improvement strategies. Your work ethic and dedication to problem solving, combined with our commitment to collaboration and mentoring, makes Gensler the perfect place to further your career.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Design Director(s) and project team(s) on conceptual designs, presentations, design development, and production
• Resolve complex design issues with innovative and practical solutions
• Participate in all project phases, including conceptual designs, presentations, schematic design, design development, construction documents and production
• Collaborate with design team, clients, consultants, contractors, fabricators, regulatory agencies and other vendors to meet overall project objectives
• Produce graphic presentations, 3D renderings, and construction drawings
• Assist in managing client expectations, team communication and consultant coordination
• Contribute to office activities, initiatives, and learning programs

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from an accredited university
• 0-3 years of related project experience
• Proficiency in Revit, 3D modeling, visualization, and graphic software
• Knowledge of relevant building codes and accessibility requirements
• Flexibility to focus on concurrent projects in various stages of development
• Ability to communicate design ideas and direction quickly
• Strong leadership, organization, communication and relationship management skills

To be considered, please submit a current portfolio and/or work samples in PDF format.

This position is in-person. Successful candidates will be located in the Kansas City, Missouri area. If you’re open to relocating to the area, please apply.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance
• Wellness programs and flex spending
• Paid holidays and 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
• Tuition reimbursement for certain eligible programs or classes

Pay

Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets.

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.