Design Manager: Critical Facilities & Industrial Projects

Gensler; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Gensler in Chicago is seeking a Design Manager (Project Manager) to lead exciting Critical Facilities and Industrial/Logistics projects. You will guide design teams, manage project delivery from setup through construction administration, and help grow new client relationships for highly technical programs.

With 10–15+ years in commercial architecture and a proven PM track record, you will mentor teams, negotiate scope and fees, and ensure adherence to local codes while advancing resilient,

Qualifications

• 10–15+ years of professional experience in commercial architecture and design, with focus on project delivery and client development.
• 2+ years as a Project Manager for highly technical, engineering-forward projects such as Data Centers, Secured Spaces, Command Centers, Labs, Government or Industrial Facilities.
• Experience leading projects of various scales and mentoring Interior Designers and Architects.
• Strong leadership, organization, communication and interpersonal management skills.
• Commitment to a collaborative design process.
• Experience negotiating project scope and fees.
• Knowledge of local building codes and standards.
• Master's or Bachelor's in Architecture.
• Licensed/registered architect or LEED AP preferred.
• Commitment to resilience and sustainable building practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead collaborative design teams and set effective project workplans with attainable objectives.
• Manage all phases of architecture and interior architecture projects from set-up through design and construction administration.
• Prepare proposals, negotiate contracts and fees, and coordinate bidding processes.
• Manage scheduling, budgets, staffing, and project setup with clients, sub-consultants, vendors, and contractors.
• Track financial performance of projects.
• Develop and maintain client relationships.
• Support firmwide sustainability and resilience goals with multi-benefit design solutions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Mentoring

Negotiation

Client relationships

Code knowledge

Education

Master's or Bachelor's in Architecture

Job description

Gensler in Chicago is seeking a Design Manager (Project Manager) to lead exciting Critical Facilities and Industrial/Logistics projects. You will guide design teams, manage project delivery from setup through construction administration, and help grow new client relationships for highly technical programs.

With 10–15+ years in commercial architecture and a proven PM track record, you will mentor teams, negotiate scope and fees, and ensure adherence to local codes while advancing resilient,