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 new ideas to solve challenging problems.
Our depth of expertise spans disciplines—from aviation and transportation to education, hospitality, retail, technology, and more. We share the belief that design has the power to transform organizations and change lives; whether we’re refreshing a retailer’s brand, planning a new urban district, or designing a super-tall building. Our work reflects an enduring commitment to sustainability, and we believe that a diversity of voices and cultures is one of the most powerful strategic tools for securing lasting competitive advantage.
As the world’s largest design firm, Gensler has a unique obligation and opportunity to focus on sustainability in the built environment. We deepened our commitment to combat the impact of climate change in the built environment when we launched Gensler Cities Climate Challenge (GC3) in 2019. This is our pledge to meet an ambitious goal: the elimination of all greenhouse gases from our work by 2030.
Your Role
We are currently seeking a creative, detail-oriented Architect to develop design solutions and coordinate that design through all phases of a project. Experience within Hospitality and Residential project types preferred. Leverage your industry expertise, design abilities, and technical acumen to drive projects from concept through construction. You are a seasoned Architect and recognized contributor to high-profile, design-driven projects. Our team is highly creative, collaborative, and dedicated to innovative problem-solving and design excellence. Your work ethic, combined with your commitment to collaboration and mentoring, makes Gensler the perfect place to nurture your career.
What You Will Do
Provide design and documentation for a range of project types
Lead periodic project meetings and presentations; ensure the client is adequately briefed on project progress
Develop a comprehensive understanding of the client’s program requirements, standards, and completion policies. Communicate between the project team, clients, contractors, and consultants
Assist in the design development, modification and/or review of project concepts and solutions, prioritizing sustainable design
Assist in establishing overall project budgets and milestone schedules in coordination with project managers, architects, and project engineers
Communicate planning concepts to project teams, both verbally and through graphic and written reports
Ensure all work is carried out to the requirements of the client, with the design team working to the correct specifications and delivering a high-quality and timely product to the client
Anticipate and develop innovative solutions to technical and design problems following established standards
Participate in all project phases, with a primary focus on design development, construction documents, and construction administration
Collaborate with design team, clients, consultants, contractors, fabricators, regulatory agencies, and other vendors to meet overall project objectives
Actively lead smaller projects or co-lead a team on larger projects for successful delivery
Lead more junior members of staff: motivate and ensure quality of work; ensure clear communication; understand the skills of the team and wider resources within the office
Support project sustainability targets throughout project phases and actively engage in delivering them. Coordinate sustainability targets with project consultants and engineers
Your Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Architecture; Master’s degree preferred
Architectural licensure required (US)
Extensive portfolio of work, preferably within the aviation, healthcare, or critical facilities practice areas
10+ years of project experience in an architectural practice
Proven performance in directing the delivery and construction process across all phases
Proven sensibility to the design process and ability to interpret and develop creative and technically proficient solutions to design challenges
Revit documentation proficiency including the ability to issue a full set of documents coordinated with specs along with bullet revisions and coordinating with consultants through BIM 360
Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and relationship management skills
Well-rounded, strategic thinker with an integrated approach to design, management, and technical project resolution who can help shape a vision for the future
Strong working knowledge of building codes, standards, and accessibility requirements
Flexibility to focus on concurrent projects in various stages of development
Experience in construction administration
A quick learner with an ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment
Effective communicator, collaborative and team-conscious
Experience with Bluebeam Review shared workflow
Demonstrated passion for design thinking
LEED, WELL, Fitwel, or other rating systems accreditation preferable
Previous experience in sustainable design projects is preferable. Especially built projects with LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL Building Standard, Fitwel, and /or Net Zero Building certification
Demonstrate a collaborative and integrated approach towards achieving high sustainability project goals
Advanced knowledge of design software including Revit; Rhino; Illustrator; InDesign; Photoshop
This is not a hybrid or remote position. If you’re open to relocating to the Houston, Texas area, please apply! Non-local candidates are welcome. U.S. News & World Report’s 2023-2024 study ranks Houston in the top 10 places to live in Texas!!
Life at Gensler
Gensler is committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Through our Five Strategies to Fight Racism, we continue to create a just and equitable future for our colleagues and our communities with our clients. We are a solid voice for social change as we impact people’s lives and fight racism. At Gensler, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace environment. As a people-first organization, 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.
At Gensler, the value of our work stems from its positive impact on the human experience. We are a dynamic and collaborative design firm uniting creativity, research, and innovation to solve complex problems for our clients. Our work challenges conventional ideas about architecture and the built environment. We aren’t just designing buildings — we are reimagining cities and places that make a difference in people’s lives. Founded in 1965, Gensler has built a team of 6,000 professionals who partner with clients in over 100 countries each year. Everything we do is guided by our mission: to create a better world through the power of design.