Architect - Baltimore

Gensler; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k plan

Profit sharing

Employee stock ownership

Job summary

Gensler in Baltimore seeks an experienced Architect to join our team, translating sketches into 2D/3D models and guiding projects from design through construction administration. You will collaborate with peers to deliver functionally beautiful spaces while mentoring teammates.

The ideal candidate has strong Revit proficiency, leadership, and a passion for sustainable design in a fast-paced office environment. This role is based in our Baltimore office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture from an accredited program.
• 6–10 years of relevant experience with ground up buildings; interior architecture a plus.
• Proficiency with Revit is a must; SketchUp, AutoCAD, Enscape, Rhino are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on base building, interior architecture and interior design projects across program stages.
• Design spaces for sectors including Government, Sciences, Offices, and Technology.
• Coordinate plans and materials to reflect design intent in construction documents.
• Work with consultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies to meet project objectives.
• Manage client, team and project coordination across disciplines (structural, MEP, lighting, etc.).
• Provide technical guidance and innovative solutions to design challenges.
• Support construction administration and site visits; ensure quality control.
• Establish and maintain productive client relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Mentoring

Time management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Architecture

Tools

Revit

SketchUp

AutoCAD

Enscape

Rhino

Grasshopper

Job description

General Information

Time Type: Full-Time

Job ID: 9134

Posting Date: 09-28-2026

Areas of Expertise: Government + Defense

Job Category: Architecture, Professional Services, Sciences

Locations

Baltimore, MD, US

Your Role

As a Gensler Architect with our team in Baltimore, your job is to combine creativity and technical knowledge with business skills and understanding to produce functionally beautiful spaces for clients. You will collaborate with your teammates to develop design solutions and coordinate design through the construction documentation and administration phases of core and shell and interior architecture projects. You will be successful because you already know how to translate sketches and documents into realized 2D/3D models and images and can research artistic and/or technical issues when they arise. Your work ethic, combined with your commitment to collaboration and mentoring, makes Gensler the perfect place to nurture your career. With you as part of the team, our designs have never been so engaging.

What You Will Do

• Collaborate on base building, interior architecture and interior design projects that include programming client needs, conceptual design, schematic design, design development, space planning, and management of budgets and schedules.
• Design and deliver functional and beautiful spaces for projects within practice areas such as: Critical Facilities, Government and Defense, Sciences, Office Developers, Workplaces for Technology, Financial Services Firms and Professional Services Firms, Strategy, Cities and Urban Design and more
• Provide project team coordination for finished plans, specifications, and material selections; ensure design intent is incorporated into the construction documentation
• Work with consultants, contractors, fabricators, specification writers, and regulatory agencies to meet overall project objectives
• Manage client, team and project coordination, including full documentation coordination with structural, MEP, lighting, AV, landscape and civil consultants
• Through the development of construction documents, provide technical guidance and innovative solutions to resolve complex technical and design challenges
• Facilitate construction administration, process submittals, conduct and document site visits, address technical issues, and maintain quality control during construction
• Establish and maintain ongoing, productive client relationships

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture from an accredited program
• 6 -10 years of relevant experience with ground up buildings. Additional experience with interior architecture is a plus
• Proficiency with Revit is a must. Experience with SketchUp, AutoCAD + 3-D, Enscape, Grasshopper, and Rhino is a plus
• Experience writing specifications is a plus
• Working knowledge of building codes, standards, building construction, and building structures
• Conceptual 3-dimensional thinking and graphic presentation skills to effectively communicate design ideas
• Flexibility to focus on concurrent projects in various stages of development
• Ability to communicate design ideas and direction quickly
• A quick learner with an ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment
• Strong leadership, organization, communication and relationship management skills
• Licensed / Registered Architect
• LEED accreditation is a plus
• Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices; If possible, portfolios should include at least one project (especially built projects with LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL Building Standard, Fitwell, and/or Net Zero Building certification) with this particular focus, which we look forward to discussing during the interview

This role is not remote; we look forward to working with our new team member in our dynamic Baltimore office.

*The estimated base salary range for this position is $85-110k, 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 Awareness 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

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