Technical Designer - Workplace - Senior
Gensler
Seattle, WA
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JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
3D Graphics, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Creative Suite, Analysis Skills, Animation Software, Architectural Design, Audiovisual, Cloud Computing, Competitive Research, Construction, Construction Design, Construction Document Set, Construction Drawings, Construction Planning, Consulting, Design Services, Diversity, Documentation, Documentation Plan, E Programming Language, Environmental Design, Graphical Presentations, Identify Issues, Interoperability, Leadership, Legal, Materials Management, Order Delivery, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Development, Process Improvement, Professional License, Project Engineering, Project/Program Coordination, Reimbursement, Research Grants, Rhino, Sales Management, Sales Presentation, Schematics, Software Design, Strategic Planning, Sustainability, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical/Engineering Design, Time Management
LOCATION
Seattle, WA
POSTED
27 days ago
As a Gensler Technical Designer, your job is to combine creativity and technical knowledge with a focus on project delivery and an understanding of how to produce functionally beautiful designs for our clients. You will help drive delivery of a project, collaborate with office and regional technical leaders and develop delivery and process improvement strategy. You have exceptional design skills, a background in architecture or design, and a portfolio of innovative project work.
What You Will Do
Work with the Design Director(s) and project team(s) on conceptual designs, presentations, schematic design, design development, construction documents and production
Perform technical design assignments that include programming client needs, conceptual design, schematic design, design development, space planning and construction documentation
Conduct and document site visits, process submittals, substitution requests, and RFI's during construction
Manage client, team and project communication and coordination, including full documentation coordination with structural, MEP, lighting, AV, landscape and civil consultants
Produce graphic presentations, 3D renderings, plans, elevations, details and sections through to detailed construction drawings
Resolve complex design issues with innovative and practical solutions
Support project sustainability targets throughout project phases and actively engage in delivering them. Coordinate sustainability targets with project consultants and engineers
Implement sustainable design strategies in every project stage and investigate solutions to sustainable design challenges
Work collaboratively with the team to optimize sustainability performance through design iterations and research
Lead climate focused analysis and studies for each project
Contribute to office activities, initiatives, and learning programs
Your Qualifications
Advanced degree in Architecture or Design preferred.
10+ years of relevant architecture and design experience, with a strong background in the design and delivery of multiple building typologies of varying scale
Proficient in design modeling/visualization tools including but not limited to Revit, Rhino, Enscape; having experience with Excel and computational tools like grasshopper/dynamo is also a plus
Proficient in production software including but not limited to the Adobe Creative Suite, experience working with video/animation software such as After Effect and Premier is a plus
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Outstanding graphic presentation skills
Ability to lead a team and develop collaborative relationships across the firm, with clients, and with other key partners
Creative, original thinking and technically biased, demonstrated through a strong creative and technical portfolio
Knowledge in sustainable design principles required
LEED, WELL, Fitwell, LFA or other rating systems accreditation preferable
Previous experience in sustainable design projects preferable. Especially built projects with LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL Building Standard, Fitwel and /or Net Zero Building certification.
Demonstrate a collaborative and integrated approach towards achieving high sustainability project goals.
Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines efficiently
Your Design Technology Qualifications
Essential:
Deep understanding and expertise in Autodesk Revit for design authoring, documentation, data extracts and project delivery
Deep understanding and expertise in the strategic planning, setup of BIM projects, and troubleshooting, specifically in the context of Revit and allied workflows
Deep understanding and expertise with collaboration in the BIM context, including cloud-based markups, consultant coordination and clash detection
Desirable:
Good working knowledge and experience in Rhino for design authoring
Good knowledge and experience with interoperability workflows between Rhino & Revit throughout all the stages of a project
Good knowledge and experience with real-time rendering processes, and material creation & management within the context of integrated BIM and parametric workflows
Good knowledge and experience with Computational Design applications such as Grasshopper and/or Dynamo
Good knowledge and experience with simulation principles and processes, including interpretation, and application of results. Familiarity with Performance Design applications such as Autodesk Insight, Sefaira, and Ladybug tools
Good knowledge and experience in the use of VR walkthroughs and panoramas for client presentations, consultant coordination and internal design reviews
Licensure/Certification: None required, though licensure in progress is welcomed
For consideration, please submit cover letter, resume and portfolio in PDF format.
*The base salary range will be estimated between $90,000 - $131,000, plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience.
Life at Gensler
As a people-first organization, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From internal design competitions to research grants 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 and wellness programs. We also offer profit sharing and twice annual bonus opportunities.
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.
Gensler celebrates diversity and our commitment to creating an inclusive environment for our colleagues. 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. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Women, minorities, 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.
You may view our Pay Transparency Statement, your EEO rights under the law, and EEO is the law supplemental information on our website. Gensler shares the right to work and participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law.
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Regarding Gensler’s approach to recruiting new talent, we will never ask an applicant for sensitive or personal financial information during the recruitment process. We advise all applicants seeking employment with Gensler to review available information on recruitment fraud. Anyone who suspects that they have been contacted by someone falsely representing Gensler should email info@gensler.com.
About the Company
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Gensler
As architects, designers, planners and consultants, we partner with our clients on some 3,000 projects every year. These projects can be as small as a wine label or as large as a new urban district. With more than 3,500 professionals networked across 43 locations, we serve our clients as trusted advisors, combining localized expertise withglobal perspective wherever new opportunities arise.
Our work reflects an enduring commitment to sustainability and the belief that design is one of the most powerful strategic tools for securing lasting competitive advantage.
Clients
We have more than 2,000 active clients—large and small, public and private, for-profit and nonprofit—a true cross-section of the global economy. We put ourselves in the world of our clients to see issues and challenges through their eyes. Our approach to individual projects is always viewed in the context of our clients' larger business plans and strategies, enabling us to add more value to their enterprises.
Everything we do is organized around providing the best possible service to our clients. As we've grown, we've expanded resources and diversified our expertise to provide a 24/7-platform for delivering client projects, regardless of size, complexity or location.
Leadership
Gensler uses a collaborative model of senior leadership. Our Board of Directors sets overall strategy and policy. Executive Directors Andy Cohen, David Gensler and Diane Hoskins run the firm, working with and through our Management Committee. Together, they direct and integrate our practices, offices, and design and delivery teams to serve our clients effectively on a global, 24/7 basis.
Behind each client is a worldwide network of architects, designers, planners and consultants led by 196 Principals in 43 locations, a firm with an international reputation for innovative design, superb delivery, and efficient management of its teams and projects.
Please view our 2013 Appointments website to meet our newest Gensler Principals, Senior Associates and Associates.
COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employeesINDUSTRY
Architectural and Design Services
FOUNDED
1965
WEBSITE
http://www.gensler.com/