Technical Designer – Senior

Gensler’s Phoenix Office is seeking a Technical Designer to join our team of design thinkers and doers, supporting technically complex and ground-up projects working across Higher Education, Sports, Government, Institutional, Municipal and Multifamily projects.

About the role

You will collaborate with our Design Directors to develop design solutions as well as coordinate the design through the construction documentation phase, with a focus on project delivery, technical execution, BIM leadership and building envelope detailing. You will translate an architect's sketches and documents into realized 2D/3D models and images and research artistic and/or technical issues when they arise. Your work ethic, combined with your commitment to collaboration and mentoring, makes Gensler the perfect place to nurture your career.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Utilize hand rendering techniques to communicate design concepts
• Contribute to project execution, BIM modeling, technical coordination and provide QA/QC support

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or equivalent
• 20+ years of professional experience in Higher Education, Government, Institutional, Municipal and Multifamily projects
• Knowledge of building codes, zoning, jurisdictional processes, building materials, specifications, and construction techniques
• Experience in construction document preparation and field observation
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop)
• Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp and other 3D modeling software
• LEED accreditation preferred

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and disability coverage
• 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, associated renewals, and exam fees
• Tuition reimbursement for certain eligible programs or classes

Pay

Annual base salary range has been established based on local markets.