Gensler
Design Manager
Gensler, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28269
At Gensler, we design for people. We leverage our global perspective and local presence to innovate at every scale. Our Charlotte team delivers impactful projects in the following practice areas: Workplaces for financial institutions, Building Transformation & Adaptive Reuse, Government & Defense, Workplaces for professional services firms, Retail & Consumer Experience, Energy, and more. We're not just designers. We're influential, innovative, impactful thought leaders and partners for our clients. Fueled by passion and entrepreneurial spirit, our people bring new ideas to solve challenging problems.
Scroll down to find an indepth overview of this job, and what is expected of candidates Make an application by clicking on the Apply button.Your RoleAs a Gensler Design Manager, you will leverage your attention to detail and interpersonal skills to deliver exceptional client projects on time and on budget. Grow your project management experience while working on trendsetting projects across industries. A focus for the role will be building client relationships and driving business opportunities.What You Will DoManage project teams for multiple projectsManage all phases, including project set-up, programming, design, and construction administrationEstablish and maintain ongoing, productive client relationshipsEngage directly with clients in coordination with client or client stakeholders to assure approvalsManage project scheduling, staffing/productivity, budgets, project set-up with clients, sub-contractors, vendors, and consultantsTrack the financial performance of projectsPrepare project proposals, negotiate fees, and contracts for projectsCoordinate bidding processEnsure projects conform to contractCreate and communicate clear and attainable project objectives and project requirementsActively support firmwide sustainability and resilience goals, guiding clients and project teams toward multi-benefit sustainable and resilient design solutionsMentor the next generation of leadership by inspiring, empowering, and leading by example. You will be responsible for advancing an integrated design culture on your projects within the studio, including mentoring, resources, discourse, initiatives, and recruiting of team membersChampion Gensler's diversity and inclusion goals with respect to teammates, partners, and consultantsYour Qualifications10+ years' experience as a Project Manager in the architecture and design field, with interest in a wide variety of project typesExperience with commercial projects such as base building, interior architecture, and interior design projects for financial services firms, government agencies, retail centers, and office buildingsExperience leading projects of various scales, and mentoring Interior Designers and ArchitectsStrong leadership, organization, communication, and interpersonal management skillsAbility to develop collaborative relationships across the firm, with clients, and with other key constituentsCommitment to a collaborative design processExperience negotiating project scope and feesKnowledge of local building codes and standardsCommitment to the principles of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, and sustainable design, with experience integrating them on specific projectsProfessional degree (Master or Bachelor) in Architecture, Interior Design or Interior Architecture from an accredited programLicensed / Registered Architect, NCIDQ certification, and LEED accreditation are a plusProven experience or demonstrated commitment to mentoring or coaching junior team membersProven experience building trust with clients and developing client relationships*This is not a remote position. We look forward to working with our new team member in our dynamic Charlotte Office. If you're open to relocation, non-local candidates are welcome to join us in beautiful North Carolina!Life at GenslerAt Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. 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.
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Scroll down to find an indepth overview of this job, and what is expected of candidates Make an application by clicking on the Apply button.Your RoleAs a Gensler Design Manager, you will leverage your attention to detail and interpersonal skills to deliver exceptional client projects on time and on budget. Grow your project management experience while working on trendsetting projects across industries. A focus for the role will be building client relationships and driving business opportunities.What You Will DoManage project teams for multiple projectsManage all phases, including project set-up, programming, design, and construction administrationEstablish and maintain ongoing, productive client relationshipsEngage directly with clients in coordination with client or client stakeholders to assure approvalsManage project scheduling, staffing/productivity, budgets, project set-up with clients, sub-contractors, vendors, and consultantsTrack the financial performance of projectsPrepare project proposals, negotiate fees, and contracts for projectsCoordinate bidding processEnsure projects conform to contractCreate and communicate clear and attainable project objectives and project requirementsActively support firmwide sustainability and resilience goals, guiding clients and project teams toward multi-benefit sustainable and resilient design solutionsMentor the next generation of leadership by inspiring, empowering, and leading by example. You will be responsible for advancing an integrated design culture on your projects within the studio, including mentoring, resources, discourse, initiatives, and recruiting of team membersChampion Gensler's diversity and inclusion goals with respect to teammates, partners, and consultantsYour Qualifications10+ years' experience as a Project Manager in the architecture and design field, with interest in a wide variety of project typesExperience with commercial projects such as base building, interior architecture, and interior design projects for financial services firms, government agencies, retail centers, and office buildingsExperience leading projects of various scales, and mentoring Interior Designers and ArchitectsStrong leadership, organization, communication, and interpersonal management skillsAbility to develop collaborative relationships across the firm, with clients, and with other key constituentsCommitment to a collaborative design processExperience negotiating project scope and feesKnowledge of local building codes and standardsCommitment to the principles of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, and sustainable design, with experience integrating them on specific projectsProfessional degree (Master or Bachelor) in Architecture, Interior Design or Interior Architecture from an accredited programLicensed / Registered Architect, NCIDQ certification, and LEED accreditation are a plusProven experience or demonstrated commitment to mentoring or coaching junior team membersProven experience building trust with clients and developing client relationships*This is not a remote position. We look forward to working with our new team member in our dynamic Charlotte Office. If you're open to relocation, non-local candidates are welcome to join us in beautiful North Carolina!Life at GenslerAt Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. 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.
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