Design Manager - Senior

Your Role As a Gensler  Design Manager ,   you will   combine creativity and technical knowledge with business skills to   help guide our clients . You have   experience in the de sign and   execution   of commercial developments, and   you   have developed   communication and team-building   skills   with which you have managed successful built work . In this role, you will have opportunities to   evolve   your existing strengths in design and technical coordination while also   increasing your growth in management of   client relationship s .   Based in a studio   of   our Oakland office, you will join a team serving clients in Commercial   Development ,   Research & Laboratory Space ,   Higher Education   and Corporate Headquarters.   Through our close partnership with   our   clients, we are able to leverage design to achieve livable cities, reductions in   global warming potential , and an engaging work experience for occupants of our projects.   For this   Design Manager position , we are in a strategic search for   emerging leadership.   Your experience and your market presence will create opportunities to collaborate with principals of the firm in guiding your career towards   further   leadershi p   roles .   What You Will Do   Lead & manage   design teams through conceptual development and technical execution, including   programming client needs,   diagramming   and modeling conceptual strategies, developing conceptual designs into technical studies, and construction documentation Engage directly with clients in the development of contracts, scheduling of the design process, preparation of consultant   RFP’s , and coordination with client stakeholders to   assure   approvals   Manage client,   team   and project coordination, including full documentation coordination with   engineering and specialty consultants Support communication between project team, clients, vendors, contractors, consultants, and building and   permitting   officials Provide design support and documentation during completion and execution of design concepts   Your Qualifications   Professional   degree in Architecture,   demonstrated   with a rigorous   portfolio Approximately 8+ years of relevant architectural experience, with a strong background designing multiple building typologies, including Type I and Type II construction A portfolio of successful built work prior to undertaking a project management role, demonstrating your point-of-view in either conceptual design or technical execution Expertise in delegation of an array of digital design tools appropriate to various stages of the design process Proficient and confident in public-speaking, and in moderating large teams of consultants, contractors, and clients Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Graphic design awareness suitable for art direction of client presentations Ability to develop collaborative relationship across the firm, with clients, and with other key constituents ​ *The base salary will be estimated between $120,000 - $135,000 plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience. For consideration, please submit resume and work samples in PDF format. 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 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. ​