Your Role

We are seeking Technical Designer to join an exciting, large-scale, mixed-use (including: commercial, residential, cultural, transit, retail, entertainment, hospitality, education, etc.) international project, offering the opportunity to be an integrated and active member of a diverse, multi-disciplinary team, working alongside multiple Gensler offices. This role will sit in the Shanghai office.

What You Will Do

Develop all phases of projects, including programming, consulting, strategy, conceptual designs, presentations, schematic design, design development, construction documents and productionManage client, team and project coordination, including full documentation preparation and discipline coordination with structural, MEP, VT, lighting, AV, landscape and civil consultantsSupport daily communication between project team, clients, vendors, contractors, consultants, and building and permitting officialsProvide technical guidance and innovative solutions, including design resiliency expertise to resolve complex technical and design challenges Develop and maintain project documentation, including drawings, project manuals and specificationsConduct and document site visits, prepare field reports, process submittals, substitution requests, and RFI’s during construction

Your Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in architecture, Master's degree preferred8+ years of related project experience, with a track record of successfully leading projects of varying scaleLEED accreditation a plusInternational Design Experience a plusFlexibility to focus on a single client with a variety of project types or multiple projects in various stages of developmentStrong leadership, communication, and relationship management skillsExcellent analytical and problem-solving skillsOutstanding graphic presentation skillsProficiency in Revit, Rhinoceros, Adobe Creative Suite and MS Office.

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 Awareness 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 profit sharing plan 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.