Design Manager/Project Manager - Workplace

Gensler; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Gensler is seeking a Design Manager to oversee client projects in Toronto. This role requires strong leadership, sophisticated project management skills, and an accredited degree in Architecture or Interior Design, with responsibilities including project delivery and client relations. Gensler values passion, innovation, and the well-being of its team members, offering a supportive environment with extensive perks.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Wellness programs

Paid holidays and time off

Contributions to the RRSP

Twice annual bonus opportunities

Tuition reimbursement for eligible programs

Professional license reimbursement

Qualifications

• 10-20 years of related experience with proven project management success.
• Experience with whole project lifecycle from conception to post-occupancy.
• Ability to maintain and build client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate cross-functional project teams.
• Ensure project delivery on time and budget.
• Develop client relationships and identify business opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Communication

Relationship Management

Organization

Education

Accredited degree in Architecture or Interior Design

Tools

Revit

Job description

At Gensler, we design for people. We leverage our global perspective and local presence to innovate at every scale. We’re not just designers. We’re tinkerers, craftspeople, visionaries, innovators and thought leaders. Fueled by passion and entrepreneurial spirit, our people bring innovative ideas to solve challenging problems.

Your Role

As a Gensler Design Manager, you will leverage your attention to detail and interpersonal skills to deliver exceptional client projects on time and on budget. Grow your project management experience while working on trendsetting projects across industries.

What You Will Do

• Develop and nurture positive relationships with existing client contacts, optimizing all potential opportunities

• Maintain an awareness of existing clients’ business objectives, plans, target audience and market trends, and ensure that appropriate opportunities are identified to generate further demand for Gensler services.

• Responsible for the day-to-day delivery of projects ensuring they are delivered on time and on budget

• Lead and facilitate the overall cross-functional project team

• Focus on the smooth management of the project process, ensuring clarity of requirements, deliverables, timelines, and visibility against fees throughout the project life cycle

• Prepare, communicate, and monitor project work plans, budgets, and deliverables for client and internal teams

• Actively take ownership of problems and successful resolution planning in consultation with Practice Area leadership and Studio Director

• Support and contribute to new business development with both current and potential clients

• Contribute positively to p roject reports and staffing meetings with concise and accurate information to continually improve the studio’s delivery and financial objectives

• Review internal project accounting documents and process draft project billing

Your Qualifications

• 10-20 years of related experience, including demonstrated success as a project manager on a range of project types

• Accredited degree in Architecture or Interior Design required

• Licensure preferred

• Experience with the entire project lifecycle, through post-occupancy

• Experience leading, managing and mentoring multiple project teams

• Experience negotiating project scope and fees

• Knowledge of building codes, standards and building structures

• Proven fiscal accountability and responsibility on projects

• Strong leadership, organization, communication and relationship management skills

• Revit skills are highly valued

• Must have the ability to maintain existing client relationships and build new client relationships

To be considered, please submit portfolio and/or work samples in PDF format.

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, our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests.

Perks: We encourage our employees to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, paid holidays and paid time off. We also offer contributions to the RRSP 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.

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