Designer - Retail & Hospitality - Senior

Gensler is one of the world’s leading architecture,   design   and planning firms . We have   a highly creative, collaborative team around the world   dedicated to innovative problem solving and design excellence.  Our Bay Area Lifestyle Studio   operates   as a boutique practice within the firm, focusing on iconic hospitality and retail projects. As our diverse client base and project work continue to grow, we are seeking a   Senior   Designer   with   10 -15   years of experience to join our team.   Your Role   As a   Senior   Designer, your job   is to   lead   interior design projects from programming through construction administration .   You should   have   a   sophisticated understanding of   storytelling, guest experience, spatial   design,   and   materiality , built over a   background in   a rchitecture   with   a   strong   focus on Interiors or Interior Design . Your   portfoli o should show a deep bench of hospitality and/or   custom   retail design experience . You must be an integral part of your   teams   and actively foster a respectful, creative, and inspiring design environment. You   must   have a   passion for design and a   great reputation in the design community at large.   What You Will Do   Lead   interior design   efforts   through all phases of design and construction Collaborate with Design Manager and   Interior   Design Director to ensure Client and project needs are   heard and exceeded C reate   compelling   story boards and generate conceptual design options including reference imagery, look and feel palettes, furniture, decorative lighting, and millwork Develop design and   selection   of furniture, fabrics, equipment (FF&E),   interior finishes, and decorative   lighting Create FF&E budgets and matrices Prepare design presentations   with   guidance   from   Interior   Design Director and be open to a change in direction when neede Lead   design presentations with clarity   to effectively communicate design intent and technical solutions Mentor junior and mid-level designers during the design and   implementation   process   and ensure adherence to approved design intent Ensure seamless technical application of selected   finish and material palette Generate   3D views to communicate design concepts by   utilizing   modeling software ( Revit, Sketchup ,   Enscape   or other ) and post-production software ( Photoshop or similar) Review and contribute when needed to   reflected ceiling plans, elevations, details, specifications, and material selections needed for construction Work with external consultants, product representatives,   procurement agents , and fabricators Conduct site visits, field verification, punch walks, and installation oversight as needed Manage multiple projects simultaneously while   maintaining   design quality, schedules, and budgets Contribute   to and lead   office activities, initiatives, and learning programs   Your Qualifications   Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school of design or architecture 10 + years of   Interior D esign   experience   in hospitality and/or retail practice areas   required High level   of industry knowledge and   proven   commitment to community and industry organizations NCIDQ certification,   LEED accreditation , and/   or WELL AP preferred Experience delivering highly sustainable design solutions Ability to work independently or   while leading collaborative teams E xcellent   communication, presentation, and relationship management skills Proficiency   in Revit and other computer design programs Must have a   s trong   portfolio   demonstrating   significant   hospitality and/or retail   projects.   Ideally   the project portfolio will show a range of projects.   To be considered for this opportunity, you must UPLOAD A RESUME & SAMPLE DESIGN PORTFOLIO to the attachments section of your application. Learn more about our   Oakland   , CA team This is not a remote role ;   we look forward to working with our new Interior Designer in our incredible   Oakland , CA. office.   **The base salary will be estimated between $107 ,000   – $140 ,000, 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 to “Well-being Week,” our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests.   We encourage every person at Gensler 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 401 K, 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.   #LI-SK1