Technical Director

About the role

The Phoenix office of Gensler is seeking a Technical Director for its Cities Lifestyle Studio. The studio focuses on mixed-use, residential, hospitality, aviation, critical facilities, and other large-scale complex projects. The ideal candidate is a seasoned architect with a strong technical background, experienced in high-profile, design-driven projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage client, team, and project coordination, including full documentation coordination with structural, MEP, lighting, AV, landscape, and civil consultants
• Support communication between project team, clients, vendors, contractors, consultants, and building and permitting officials
• Leverage technical expertise to provide guidance and innovative solutions to resolve complex technical and design challenges
• Maintain project manuals and specifications
• Oversee multiple projects and teams concurrently
• Lead and track the QA/QC process for multiple projects at various stages of delivery
• Advocate for design quality and execution of all projects
• Ensure design excellence in all aspects of projects across the studio
• Advance the understanding of design resilience as a responsibility for all team members
• Affirm a collaborative and integrated approach towards working with other disciplines in the studio

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture
• 15+ years of project experience in an architectural practice
• Licensed or registered architect
• Expertise in Revit, Rhino, Bluebeam Revu, and MS Office
• Thorough knowledge of building codes, standards, building construction, and green building strategies
• LEED accreditation required – preferred
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with construction contractors and subcontractors
• Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices
• Portfolios should include at least one project with this particular focus, and candidates should be prepared to discuss this in interviews, especially built projects with LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL Building Standard, Fitwell, and/or Net Zero Building certification

Benefits

Life at Gensler includes a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. Additionally, Gensler offers a 401(k), profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities. The firm also reimburses tuition for certain eligible programs or classes and provides reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees.

Pay

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

Schedule

We offer flexible schedules to accommodate the diverse needs of our employees.