Architect - Critical Facilities

Gensler; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Gensler in Denver seeks an experienced Architect to lead design for high-profile critical facilities projects. You will blend creativity with technical rigor to guide concepts through construction, coordinating with clients and multidisciplinary teams.

The role requires licensure and a strong portfolio, with 8+ years of experience in varied building typologies. Revit proficiency and LEED familiarity are preferred, and relocation to Denver is expected.

Qualifications

• Requires professional architecture degree and licensure.
• Minimum 8 years of architectural experience with varied building typologies.
• LEED accreditation is preferred.
• Revit proficiency is required.
• Strong knowledge of codes, standards, and building structures.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on design projects in critical facilities from programming to documentation.
• Coordinate with contractors, consultants, and regulatory agencies to meet objectives.
• Manage client, team, and project coordination including documentation control.
• Support communication among project team, clients, vendors, and permitting officials.
• Oversee bid process, RFIs, and contractor proposals with clients.

Skills

Public speaking

Analytical skills

Team leadership

Collaboration

Education

Professional degree in Architecture

Licensed Architect

Tools

Revit

Job description

General Information

Posting Date: 10-19-2026

Time Type: Full-Time

Job ID: 9258

Areas of Expertise: Critical Facilities

Job Category: Architecture

Locations

Denver, CO, US

Description

Your Role

As an Architect in Gensler's Denver office, your job is to combine creativity and technical knowledge to help guide our clients. Our growing Critical Facilities studio is looking for a seasoned Architect and recognized contributor to high-profile, design driven projects who can leverage their industry expertise, design abilities, and technical acumen to drive projects from concept through construction. Our team is highly creative, collaborative, and dedicated to innovative problem solving and design excellence. Throughout your career, you have developed communication and team-building skills in managing multiple teams and projects. In this role, you will have opportunities to develop your existing strengths in design and technical coordination while also beginning to directly manage client relationships.

What You Will Do

• Collaborate on design projects in the critical facilities including programming client needs, conceptual design, schematic design, design development and documentation
• Work with contractors, fabricators, specification writers, and regulatory agencies to meet overall project objectives
• Manage client, team and project coordination, including full documentation coordination with engineering and specialty consultants
• Support communication between project team, clients, vendors, contractors, consultants, and building and permitting officials
• Provide design support and documentation during completion and execution of design concepts
• Lead coordination with building and planning departments to facilitate permit submissions, respond to plan check comments, and secure approvals
• Oversee the bid process, including issuing bid sets, responding to RFIs, and evaluating contractor proposals in collaboration with clients
• Manage construction administration activities, including site visits, submittal reviews, RFI responses, and coordination with contractors to ensure design intent is maintained
• Drive project progress through punch list walkthroughs, final inspections, and closeout documentation to support successful project delivery
• Mentor junior staff through project work, technical guidance, and day-to-day support

Your Qualifications

• Professional degree in Architecture, demonstrated with a rigorous portfolio
• Licensed Architect
• At least 8 years of relevant architectural experience, with a strong background designing multiple building typologies of varying scale. Experience with Data Centers a plus
• LEED accreditation and experience preferred
• Revit experience required
• Outstanding knowledge of building codes, standards and building structures
• Proficient and confident in public speaking, and in moderating large teams of consultants, contractors, and clients
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to develop collaborative relationships across the firm, with clients, and with other key constituents

Applications will not be considered without uploaded portfolio/work samples (in PDF form or linked to online portfolio)

*Compensation is based upon applicable experience and estimated range is $85,000 - $125,000 annually + bonuses + benefits.

Life at Gensler

At Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From hiking and camping excursions 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.

This is not a remote position. The successful candidate will be expected to live in or relocate to the Denver area upon acceptance.

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS

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