Design Manager - Critical Facilities

Responsibilities Implement one or more client projects through the leadership of project teams. Provide leadership to client and team by communicating project objectives, contract scope, terms, and schedule. Manage scheduling, budgets, staffing, and project set‑up with clients, sub‑contractors, vendors and contractors. Prepare project proposals and negotiate contracts and fees; bid projects to multiple general contractors. Track and manage financial performance of a project for success (e.g., work plan, schedule, fees, change orders, billings and collections). Manage project lifecycle; estimating, bidding, project kick‑off, weekly coordination, punch list, turnover, opening, and project close‑out. Collaborate with the project team members on design solutions and documentation. Guide project team in documentation, pricing through construction. Resolve complex technical / design issues. Develop project specifications. Communicate with consultants and authorities having jurisdiction. Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture or related field. 10+ years of related experience, managing projects and team. Professional license or certification preferred. Experience with Critical Facilities (e.g., data centers, command and control centers, high‑performance computing) or similarly complex projects required. LEED accreditation preferred. Experience negotiating project scope, fees, managing project financial performance, and ensuring fiscal responsibility for projects. Knowledge of building materials, specifications and construction techniques specific to core and shell architecture is required. Strong knowledge of building codes, zoning, accessibility, and generally knowledgeable in jurisdictional processes is required. Extensive experience in construction document preparation, including detailing and field observation. Experience with project management software, such as MS Project, a plus. Strong Revit, Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator), Microsoft Office experience desired. AutoCAD, SketchUp, Rhino, Enscape, V-Ray also beneficial. Essential knowledge of engineering disciplines in coordinating highly technical infrastructure‑heavy projects. Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices required; portfolios should include at least one project with this focus, and candidates should be prepared to discuss it in their interview, especially built projects with LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL Building Standard, Fitwel and/or Net Zero Building certification. The base salary range will be estimated between $110,000 and $140,000. Gensler’s total compensation package is multi‑layered and includes a base salary, two annual bonuses paid in December and June, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), and profit sharing. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer of choice. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state or local law. Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. All applicants are guaranteed a fair evaluation process. #J-18808-Ljbffr Gensler