Design Manager - Senior

Gensler; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Gensler is seeking a seasoned Design Manager with over 10 years of experience in corporate workplace interior design. In this role, you will lead project teams, manage client interactions, and ensure exceptional design delivery while committing to sustainable practices. Join us in creating inspiring spaces that benefit our clients and communities, providing comprehensive benefits and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Wellness programs

Paid holidays and time off

Contributions to RRSP

Twice annual bonus opportunities

Reimbursement for professional licenses and exams

Tuition reimbursement for eligible programs

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience delivering interior design projects.
• Extensive knowledge of architectural/design principles and sustainability practices.
• PMP or other management certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement client projects through leadership of project teams.
• Manage scheduling, budgets, staffing, and project set-up with clients.
• Provide leadership by communicating project objectives and managing financial performance.

Skills

Communication

Management

Project fee assessment

Sustainability commitment

Knowledge of local building codes

Education

Bachelor or Master in Interior Design

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Excel

Job description

is looking for a dedicated Design Manager with 10+ years of corporate workplace interior design experience. At Gensler, our Design Managers are key to our design delivery model and management of our projects, orchestrating and providing oversight starting from the preparation of proposals until project handover. Just as important as your project management experience, you will also act as single point of contact for owners and consultants to ensure unparalleled client experiences.

What You Will Do

1. Implement one or more client projects through the leadership of project teams
2. Manage scheduling, budgets, staffing, and project set-up with clients, consultants, vendors and contractors
3. Prepare project proposals and negotiate contracts and fees with the assistance of senior leadership
4. Develop and manage project teams in conformance with approved work plans
5. Track and manage financial performance of project for success (e.g., work plan, schedule, fees, billings and collections)
6. Provide leadership to the team and client by communicating project objectives, contract scope, terms, and schedule
7. Support business development efforts and proposals

Your Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience having delivered exceptional interior design projects
• Professional degree (Master or Bachelor) in Interior Design from an accredited program
• PMP or other management certificate preferred
• Knowledge of local building codes and structures preferred
• Interiors / Workplace / Facilities management experience in all phases of projects through post-occupancy
• Project fee assessment and management experience
• Extensive knowledge of architectural / design principles and practices
• Good communication and management skills
• Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices required. Portfolios should include at least 1 project with this particular focus, and candidates should be prepared to discuss this in their interview, especially built projects with LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL Building Standard, Fitwell and / or Net Zero Building certification
• Computer skills required: Microsoft Word, Project, and Excel; Strong AutoCAD, Revit skills preferred

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.