Design Manager/Project Manager - Workplace

Gensler; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Wellness programs

Paid holidays and PTO

RRSP contributions

Annual bonuses

License/tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Gensler in Toronto is seeking an experienced Design Manager to lead multi-disciplinary projects, drive client relationships, and ensure delivery on time and on budget.

You will guide cross-functional teams, mentor junior staff, and contribute to new business development while maintaining a focus on design excellence and fiscal accountability. The role offers a competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 10–20 years of related experience in project management across diverse project types.
• Accredited degree in Architecture or Interior Design; licensure preferred.
• Experience leading multiple project teams and managing project lifecycle.
• Knowledge of building codes, standards, and structures; strong fiscal accountability.

Responsibilities

• Develop and nurture relationships with existing client contacts and identify opportunities.
• Oversee day-to-day delivery of projects on time and on budget.
• Lead cross-functional project teams and manage project processes, timelines, and fees.
• Prepare and monitor project work plans and budgets.
• Support new business development with current and prospective clients.
• Contribute to project reports and staffing meetings to improve delivery and financial objectives.
• Review internal project accounting and draft project billing.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Leadership

Team mentoring

Budgeting & fees negotiation

Knowledge of codes & structures

Communication

Education

Accredited degree in Architecture or Interior Design

Licensure preferred

Tools

Revit

Job description

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.

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 project 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

**The base salary range will be estimated between $100,000 - $130,000. Gensler’s total compensation package is multi-layered and includes a base salary, two annual bonuses paid in December and June. To learn more about our compensation philosophy and full benefits offerings, please visit Great People, Great Rewards | Gensler

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.

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS

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 appliccable regulatory laws.

Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable regulatory laws.

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