Gensler
Design Manager - Higher Education - Mid Level
Gensler, San Jose, California, United States, 95199
At Gensler, we design for people. We leverage our global perspective and local presence to innovate at every scale. We are not just designers. We are tinkerers, craftspeople, visionaries, innovators, and thought leaders. Fueled by passion and entrepreneurial spirit, our people bring new ideas to solve challenging problems. Whether you are into sketching new ideas, hacking a building, or growing client relationships in global markets, there's something here for everyone. We strive to make the everyday places people occupy more inspiring, more resilient, and more impactful.
Our San Jose office is seeking a
Design Manager
to join our team. Diverse
higher education
experience preferred,
including interiors, architecture, master planning, pre-design services, DSA, and SFM experience. We are collaborative and client-focused, with a commitment to design, sustainability, and equity. Additionally, we have an embedded strategy team to support our teams and clients throughout the process. 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.Join us and work with our leadership team to help grow our practice in San Jose and the NW region. Your Role As 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 architectural and interior projects across industries. What You Will Do Manage all phases of corporate projects, including project set-up, design, and construction administration
Create and communicate clear and attainable project objectives and project requirements
Manage project scheduling, budgets, and set-up with sub-contractors, vendors and consultants
Manage a range of project team sizes, comprised of project architects, interior designers, technical designers and graphic designers
Track financial performance of project
Prepare project proposals, negotiate contracts and fees, coordinate bidding process
Ensure projects conform to contract
Your Qualifications 5 + years of related experience, including demonstrated success as a project manager on a range of corporate interiors project types
Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related field
Experience managing core-and-shell or ground-up architectural projects
Experience managing interiors projects is preferred
AIA, NCIDQ or CID preferred
Experience with the entire project lifecycle, through post-occupancy
Experience leading, managing, and mentoring multiple project teams
Experience negotiating project scope and fees
Knowledge of building codes, standards and building structures
Proven fiscal accountability and responsibility on projects
Strong leadership, organization, communication, and relationship management skills
Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices strongly valued. Candidates should be prepared to talk to this in their interview, especially built projects with LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL Building Standard, Fitwel, and /or Net Zero Building certification
Must have the ability to maintain existing client relationships and build new client relationships.
Experience with project management software, such as MS Project, a plus
Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit
Ability to be in the office 5 days a week
To be considered for this opportunity, you must UPLOAD A SAMPLE DESIGN PORTFOLIO to the attachments sections of your application. **The base salary will be estimated between $88,000K- $107,000K plus bonuses and benefits and is contingent on relevant experience. 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 and hackathons, to "Well-being Week," our offices reflect our teams' diverse interests. We encourage our employees to lead a healthy and balanced life. 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. 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. #LI-SK1
Design Manager
to join our team. Diverse
higher education
experience preferred,
including interiors, architecture, master planning, pre-design services, DSA, and SFM experience. We are collaborative and client-focused, with a commitment to design, sustainability, and equity. Additionally, we have an embedded strategy team to support our teams and clients throughout the process. 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.Join us and work with our leadership team to help grow our practice in San Jose and the NW region. Your Role As 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 architectural and interior projects across industries. What You Will Do Manage all phases of corporate projects, including project set-up, design, and construction administration
Create and communicate clear and attainable project objectives and project requirements
Manage project scheduling, budgets, and set-up with sub-contractors, vendors and consultants
Manage a range of project team sizes, comprised of project architects, interior designers, technical designers and graphic designers
Track financial performance of project
Prepare project proposals, negotiate contracts and fees, coordinate bidding process
Ensure projects conform to contract
Your Qualifications 5 + years of related experience, including demonstrated success as a project manager on a range of corporate interiors project types
Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related field
Experience managing core-and-shell or ground-up architectural projects
Experience managing interiors projects is preferred
AIA, NCIDQ or CID preferred
Experience with the entire project lifecycle, through post-occupancy
Experience leading, managing, and mentoring multiple project teams
Experience negotiating project scope and fees
Knowledge of building codes, standards and building structures
Proven fiscal accountability and responsibility on projects
Strong leadership, organization, communication, and relationship management skills
Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices strongly valued. Candidates should be prepared to talk to this in their interview, especially built projects with LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL Building Standard, Fitwel, and /or Net Zero Building certification
Must have the ability to maintain existing client relationships and build new client relationships.
Experience with project management software, such as MS Project, a plus
Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit
Ability to be in the office 5 days a week
To be considered for this opportunity, you must UPLOAD A SAMPLE DESIGN PORTFOLIO to the attachments sections of your application. **The base salary will be estimated between $88,000K- $107,000K plus bonuses and benefits and is contingent on relevant experience. 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 and hackathons, to "Well-being Week," our offices reflect our teams' diverse interests. We encourage our employees to lead a healthy and balanced life. 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. 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. #LI-SK1