Design Manager - Architecture & Interiors Job at Gensler in San Jose

At Gensler, we design for people. We leverage our global perspective and local presence to innovate at every scale. We're not just designers. We're tinkerers, craftspeople, visionaries, innovators and thought leaders. Fueled by passion and entrepreneurial spirit, our people bring innovative ideas to solve challenging problems. Our San Jose studio has a thriving interiors and architectural practice focusing on workplace. Through our integrated inside-out design approach, we impact both the people working in our buildings and the surrounding community with our inspirational and thought leading design solutions. Gensler is seeking an experienced Design Manager to join our San Jose team. Diverse corporate workplace experience preferred, including interiors, architecture, master planning and pre-design services. We are collaborative and client focused, with a commitment to design experience, sustainability, and equity. Join us and work collaboratively with our leadership team to help grow our practice in San Jose and the NW region. Your Role A Design Manager at Gensler is a self-directed team leader, with excellent communication and design & technical skills and the ability to deliver projects to a successful completion. He or she will lead clients and project teams through all project phases, driving design excellence and client satisfaction, and acting as the main point of contact for the client. He or she will mentor junior staff to promote a high level of design and technical proficiency in all work produced. What You Will Do Act as hands-on design manager for a variety of projects Engage clients and stakeholders to identify project vision, goals, and objectives Work collaboratively with others toward design solutions Promote engagement and collaboration at all levels, including design team, consultants, clients, and contractors Manage teams from concept design through construction with a deep understanding of zoning, codes, construction standards, and other regulatory requirements Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and work plans Ensure excellent performance regarding project design quality, schedule, and budget Prepare and review proposals, contracts, and consultant agreements Work with accounting team to manage the billing process Participate in firm marketing, proposal writing, and project interviews Mentor, coach and manage junior/intermediate staff Contribute to general office-wide initiatives, external thought leadership, and marketing efforts Support firmwide sustainability and resilience goals, and drive high performance solutions Support diversity, equity, and inclusion goals on projects and within the office Develop and maintain positive client relationships Your Qualifications 10+ Years of Design Management experience in an Architecture firm Bachelor's or Masters Degree in Architecture Track-record of success with corporate projects. Knowledge and experience in all phases of interior design and architectural projects Strong user engagement, programming, and pre-design planning skills a plus Ability to provide excellent client service and assure project profitability Ability to work in person in the office 4-5 days a week Collaborative spirit and desire to mentor junior/intermediate staff Knowledge of state and local building codes including accessibility Sustainable design experience, including hands-on experience with LEED, LBC, and other certification systems Computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and Project) Revit, SketchUp and Photoshop skills are a plus **The base salary will be estimated between $135,000K - $165,000 plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience. For consideration, please submit cover letter, resume and portfolio in PDF format. #J-18808-Ljbffr