Architect - Senior

Gensler; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Gensler in Raleigh seeks a Senior Architect to design and deliver complex, impactful buildings with design excellence and technical rigor. You will oversee projects end-to-end, lead teams across all phases, and maintain strong client relationships in a collaborative, client-focused culture.

The role emphasizes leadership, sustainability, and resilient design, with the Raleigh office as the primary work location. Strong experience in project leadership and BIM-enabled workflows is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited program.
• Registered / licensed Architect.
• 15+ years of experience delivering complex buildings in a commercial firm.
• Proven leadership in project management, client relations, and technical design.
• Mastery of building systems and sustainable design; LEED/WELL preferred.
• This Raleigh role is not remote or hybrid; work in the Raleigh office.

Responsibilities

• Oversee major projects, shaping design direction and client relationships.
• Lead multiple large-scale projects from concept to construction administration.
• Ensure quality assurance, design excellence, and technical rigor across teams.
• Manage key client relationships and coordinate consultants and staffing.
• Support project managers and ensure contractual obligations are met.
• Resolve advanced technical issues and ensure code-compliant solutions.
• Represent the firm in stakeholder meetings and public presentations.
• Mentor emerging leaders and contribute to firm strategy and culture.

Skills

Project leadership

Client management

Team leadership

Communication

Technical design

Business acumen

Education

Architecture degree (Bachelor/Master)

Licensed/Registered Architect

15+ years experience delivering complex buildings

LEED/WELL preferred

Tools

Revit

Job description

Your Role

As a Senior Architect with Gensler's team in Raleigh 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.

Description

As a Senior Architect with Gensler's team in Raleigh 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

• Oversee major projects, shaping design direction, developing client relationships, and ensuring firm-wide excellence in project delivery and technical standards.
• Lead multiple large-scale, complex projects from conceptual design through construction administration
• Oversee quality assurance processes, design excellence, and technical rigor across teams
• Build, strengthen, and manage key client relationships
• Direct consultant coordination, project staffing, scheduling, and project financial performance
• Support Project Managers and project teammates; ensure projects meet contractual obligations
• Resolve advanced technical issues and ensure constructible, code-compliant solutions
• Represent the firm in stakeholder meetings, regulatory reviews, and public presentations
• Mentor emerging leaders; contribute to firm strategy, culture, and thought leadership

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited program
• Registered / licensed Architect
• 15+ years of relevant experience delivering complex buildings across all phases within a commercial design firm,
• Proven expertise in project leadership, client management, and technical design
• Strong business acumen, communication, and team leadership skills
• Mastery of Revit and advanced understanding of integrated building systems
• Passion for design excellence and continuous learning
• Demonstrated commitment to resilience and sustainable building practices in specific work samples. LEED Accreditation or WELL AP preferred.
• This role is not remote or hybrid; we look forward to working with our new Architect in our dynamic Raleigh office.

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 Affidavit 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.

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