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Job Description
Your Role
Gensler’s San Jose office is looking for a multi-talented Designer to join our growing Critical Facilities team. We are looking for a candidate with experience in the design and delivery of advanced-tech, new development architecture projects—whether for data centers, dry labs, server rooms, clean room, industrial infrastructure, or other complex designs. You will be a key team member to help expand our capabilities in support of our client's aggressive expansion initiatives, working with our global and regional leaders to lead internal and external project teams and grow client relationships. The ideal candidate will be adept in the design and technical elements of project delivery and production.
As a Designer, your role is critical in the design and delivery of world-class dry lab projects. Your work ethic and dedication to problem solving, combined with our commitment to collaboration and mentoring, make Gensler the perfect place to further your career.
What You Will Do
- Participate in all project phases, including conceptual designs, presentations, schematic design, design development, construction documents and construction administration
- Collaborate with design team, clients, consultants, contractors, fabricators, regulatory agencies and other vendors to meet overall project objective
- Produce graphic presentations, 3D renderings, and construction drawings
- Utilize hand rendering techniques to communicate design concepts
- Work in a synergistic manner with other design and professional staff
- Contribute to office activities, initiatives, and learning programs
Your Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in interior design or architecture
- 5+ years of related project experience or internship experience at commercial interior design or architecture firm
- Proficiency in Revit required
- Proficiency in modeling using 2D/3D software, such as CAD, Enscape, 3ds MAX, Sketch-up and/or Rhino utilizing V-Ray a plus.
- Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel)
- Knowledge of relevant building codes and accessibility requirements
- Enrolled in IDP Program (NCARB or NCIDQ) and in-process for state licensure is a plus
- LEED Accredited Professional or in process is a plus
- Ability to work in person in the office 5 days a week
- Ability to keep up in a fast-paced environment, work collaboratively and have the ability to take direction from senior designers / architects.
- Clear verbal communication abilities and are detail oriented.
- Possess a visual communication style and are able to think and visualize in three-dimensions
For consideration, please submit cover letter, resume and portfolio in PDF format.
\The base salary will be estimated between $75,000 - $95,000 annually, plus bonuses and benefits and 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 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.
Key Responsibilities
Participate in all project phases including conceptual design, schematic design, and construction administration
Collaborate with design teams, clients, consultants, and vendors to meet project objectives
Produce graphic presentations, 3D renderings, and construction drawings
Utilize hand rendering techniques to communicate design concepts
Contribute to office activities, initiatives, and learning programs
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in interior design or architecture
Skills Required
RevitCADEnscape3ds MAXSketch-upRhinoAdobe Creative SuiteMicrosoft OfficeBuilding codes knowledgeAccessibility requirements knowledgeProblem solvingCollaborationMentoringVerbal communicationDetail orientedVisual communicationAbility to work in a fast-paced environmentV-Ray
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Disability insurance
Wellness programs
Flex spending
Paid holidays
Paid time off
401k
Profit sharing
Employee stock ownership
Twice annual bonus opportunities
Professional license reimbursement
Tuition reimbursement
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