Architect

Gensler; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 95,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401k with profit sharing

Employee stock ownership

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Gensler in Washington, DC seeks an accomplished Architect to design and deliver complex, high-impact buildings. You will lead design and technical work across full project lifecycles, mentor teams, and ensure integrated documentation.

A licensed architect with 10–15 years in commercial design will apply building codes, drive quality, and coordinate multi-disciplinary consultants while advancing resilient, sustainable design.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited program.
• 10–15 years of relevant experience within a commercial design firm designing and delivering buildings that are stunning and functional.
• Expertise in building codes, construction methods, and technical detailing.
• Registered / Licensed Architect.
• LEED accreditation or WELL AP is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage full project cycles - from conceptual design through construction administration.
• Lead teams, oversee technical quality, ensure consultant coordination, and deliver high-performing, well-documented architectural solutions.
• Manage all phases of projects, including project set-up, design, technical documentation, and construction administration.
• Lead design and technical decision-making, presenting real-world solutions to complex challenges.
• Supervise production of drawings, details, schedules, and specifications.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary consultants and ensure integrated documentation.
• Oversee budgets, schedules, staffing plans, and client communication.
• Conduct site inspections; review RFIs, submittals, and ensure design intent is delivered.
• Mentor and lead multiple project teams; contribute to office knowledge-sharing.
• Support client development through proposal input and maintaining client relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Design excellence

Post-occupancy experience

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture

Registered / Licensed Architect

LEED accreditation

WELL AP

Tools

Revit

Job description

Your Role

As an Architect with Gensler’s team in Washington, D.C. you will design and deliver some of the most complex and impactful buildings in the region. You will bring together design excellence, technical rigor, and strategic thinking to deliver architecture that is both deeply functional and experientially rich. You will work within a highly collaborative, client-focused culture that values design quality, resilience, and social purpose.

What You Will Do

• Manage full project cycles - from conceptual design through construction administration
• Lead teams, oversee technical quality, ensure consultant coordination, and deliver high-performing, well-documented architectural solutions
• Manage all phases of projects, including project set-up, design, technical documentation, and construction administration
• Lead design and technical decision-making, presenting real-world solutions to complex challenges
• Supervise production of drawings, details, schedules, and specifications
• Coordinate multidisciplinary consultants and ensure integrated documentation
• Oversee budgets, schedules, staffing plans, and client communication
• Conduct site inspections; review RFIs, submittals, and ensure design intent is delivered
• Mentor and lead multiple project teams; contribute to office knowledge-sharing
• Support client development through proposal input and maintaining client relationships

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited program
• 10–15 years of relevant experience within a commercial design firm designing and delivering buildings that are stunning and functional
• Expertise in building codes, construction methods, and technical detailing
• Strong leadership, communication, and team management capabilities
• Proficiency in Revit, plus additional design/visualization tools
• Experience delivering projects through full lifecycle, including post-occupancy
• Passion for design excellence and continuous learning
• LEED accreditation or WELL AP is preferred
• Registered / Licensed Architect
• Demonstrated commitment to resilience and sustainable building practices; ideally portfolios will include at least one project (especially built projects with LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL Building Standard, Fitwel, and/or Net Zero Building certification) with this particular focus
• The estimated base salary range for this position is $95,000-139,000, plus eligibility for bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package, with final compensation contingent on relevant experience. 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 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, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities. Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets. 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 federal, state and local law. Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with federal, state and local law. See also Know your rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal, right to work and E-verify program, as required by law. Gensler endeavors to make gensler.com/careers accessible to all applicants. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us. 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 [e-mail].