Project Manager (Design Manager) - Sports Studio

Overview As a Project Manager (Design Manager) at Gensler, you will lead multidisciplinary design teams and consultant partners on high‑profile sports, live entertainment, and venue projects. Your role requires strong leadership, sharp instincts, and the ability to make smart decisions in real time. You’ll be hands‑on from day one, immersed in every phase of delivery and deeply connected to both clients and teams. You’ll help set the vision, keep the work moving, and mentor talent along the way, shaping places that define culture and create shared experiences. What You Will Do Act as lead Design Manager and drive the project delivery during all phases of the project. Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and work plans. Lead the relationships with the client, contractor, agencies, engineering and specialty consultants. Prepare and review proposals, contracts, and consultant agreements. Review internal project accounting documents and process draft project billing. Participate in project marketing, proposal writing, and project interviews. Manage mid‑size to large project teams, assign and monitor completion of tasks. Mentor junior staff. Oversee the coordination and document preparation for the project and provide quality assurance via review of project documentation. Your Qualifications 15‑20 years of Project and Design Management experience in an Architecture firm. Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Architecture. Licensed Architect preferred. Extensive experience in all phases of architectural projects, specifically large stadium/venue projects. Ability to provide excellent client service and assure project profitability. Desire to lead teams and mentor junior staff. Strong programming and space‑planning skills. High level of design competence and expertise in mixed‑use developments. High level of knowledge of state and local building codes, including accessibility. Experience in sustainable design, with a preference for hands‑on LEED project participation and accreditation. Computer savvy with moderate or better skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Project), AutoCAD and/or Revit. Benefits The base salary range will be estimated between $125,000 and $155,000 plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays and paid time off, 401(k), profit sharing, employee stock ownership and twice annual bonus opportunities. Gensler also offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees, and tuition reimbursement for eligible programs or classes. Notice to Applicants We are a proud Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer of choice. All aspects of employment decisions are 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Gensler