Your Role

As a Technical Designer, you will act as a support in all aspects to our studio members within one of our Workplace teams. You should be passionate about developing the best details to realise the creative potential for each project. This will include working with a wide range of styles and materials. A strong attention to detail and outstanding technical acumen is required and joinery detailing experience is preferred for these complex design projects. An ability to work collaboratively and excellent organisational skills are a must. You must be both self-starter and team player able to organise multiple consultants and trades towards common design solutions in timely fashion.

What You Will Do

Support the team in collaboration with the Design Manager and Lead DesignerSupport the team in detailed technical development of design and follow throughProvide active technical development of the design and technical input during the preparation and execution of construction documentsMentor and teach junior members of the teamAssist in the technical aspects of the project team and oversee all phasesSupport the design team towards a cohesive and rational technical solution which best meets the client’s brief and conform to the project brief and is technically, legally and financially responsibleWork with the Technical Director to conform with of current building legislation

Your Qualifications

An undergraduate or Master’s degree in Architecture5 years of experience in practiceSignificant, demonstrable experience of leading large teams to deliver projects through all stages including Construction AdministrationAbility to create positive relationships with outside design firms and corporate client and stakeholders – experience advising executives in global professional services and financial services firmsExperience facilitating meetings with diverse stakeholders to reach consensusMust be highly proficient in Revit and AutocadExperience in mentoring and developing junior employeesExperience with international projects an advantage

This job description reflects the core activities of the role although there will be changes in the emphasis of duties as required from time to time. 

Please apply for this Technical Designer role and submit your CV and portfolio for review.  

Candidates who do not meet the criteria or provide work samples will not be considered.

Life at Gensler

We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical and dental insurance, season ticket loans, pension, profit sharing and twice annual bonus opportunities. 

As part of the firm’s commitment to professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional qualifications and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programmes or classes. We view our professional development programmes as strategic investments in our future.

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