Project Manager Mission Critical Facilities

Project Manager

Our Critical Facilities practice area is unique, having the ability to draw expertise from and collaborate with all of Gensler's practice areas to serve clients based on the organization's history. For example, building teams of experts in Gensler's Critical Facilities, Government and Defense, Sciences, Health and Wellness and Industrial Practices to deliver data centers, command centers, and secured space design. Beyond data centers, our critical facilities team delivers projects for high-performance/research/supercomputing, command and control centers, SCIFs, distribution and logistics, high-tech manufacturing, and various other technology-rich project types.

Your Role

Our Baltimore team is seeking a Project Manager for exciting new projects and growth opportunities in the Mission Critical Facilities practice area. Gensler Project Managers love pushing new ideas, are passionate about design and get excited about managing diverse projects and collaborating with extremely talented creatives. This team member is leading projects and is also helping to grow new clients for these highly technical projects.

What You Will Do

• Lead collaborative design teams and work closely with Design Directors to establish effective project workplans with attainable objectives
• Manage all phases of architecture and interior architecture projects, from project set-up through design and construction administration
• Help prepare project proposals, negotiate contracts and fees, and coordinate bidding process
• Manage scheduling, budgets, staffing, project set-up with clients, sub-consultants, vendors and contractors
• Track financial performance of projects
• Develop and maintain client relationships
• Actively support firmwide sustainability and resilience goals, guiding clients and project teams toward multi-benefit sustainable and resilient design solutions

Your Qualifications

• 10-15+ years of professional experience in the commercial architecture and design field, with recent focus on project delivery and client development
• 2+ years of experience as a Project Manager with a focus on highly technical, engineering-forward projects like Data Centers, Secured Spaces, Command Centers, Labs, Government or Industrial Facilities
• Experience leading projects of a variety of scales, and mentoring Interior Designers and Architects
• Strong leadership, organization, communication and interpersonal management skills
• Commitment to a collaborative design process
• Experience negotiating project scope and fees
• Knowledge of local building codes and standards
• Professional degree (Master or Bachelor) in Architecture
• Preferred certifications include licensed/registered architect, LEED AP
• Commitment to resilience and sustainable building practices

At Gensler a Project Manager will have the job title of Design Manager and operate in this capacity for alignment with internal programs, doing business with clients and compliance with industry and government regulations. If you have questions regarding this notice, please ask our Talent Acquisition team during the application process.

This is not a remote position. We look forward to working with our new team member in our dynamic Baltimore office. If you're open to relocation, non-local candidates are welcome!

The estimated base salary range for this position is $ 100-125 k, plus eligibility for bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package, with final compensation contingent on relevant experience. To learn more about our compensation philosophy and full benefits offerings, please visit Great People, Great Rewards | 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.