Design Manager - Interiors

Gensler; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401k with profit sharing

Employee stock ownership

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Gensler in Oakland seeks an experienced Interior Design Project Manager to deliver corporate interior projects on time and on budget. You will grow your project management experience across industries, leading multidisciplinary teams from design through construction.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, client communication, and adherence to schedule and budget. A strong background in interiors, Revit, and sustainability practices will help drive successful outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or related field.
• 8+ years of related experience as project manager and/or technical designer on corporate interiors.
• Experience managing interiors projects.
• AIA, NCIDQ or CID licensure preferred.
• Experience with project management software such as MS Project or Smartsheets.
• Experience leading, managing and mentoring multiple project teams.
• Knowledge of building codes, standards and building structures.
• Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of corporate projects, including project set-up, design and construction administration.
• Create and communicate clear and attainable project objectives and project requirements.
• Manage project scheduling, budgets, and set-up with clients, vendors and consultants.
• Manage a range of project team sizes, comprised of project architects, interior designers, technical designers and graphic designers.
• Track financial performance of project.
• Prepare project proposals, negotiate contracts and fees, coordinate bidding process.
• Ensure projects conform to contract.
• Business development and market strategy internal and external meetings.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Revit

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or related field

Tools

MS Project

Smartsheets

Revit

Job description

At Gensler, we design for people. We leverage our global perspective and local presence to innovate at every scale. We are not just designers. We are tinkerers, craftspeople, visionaries, innovators and thought leaders. Fueled by passion and entrepreneurial spirit, our people bring new ideas to solve challenging problems. Whether you are into sketching new ideas, hacking a building or growing client relationships in global markets, there’s something here for everyone. We strive to make the everyday places people occupy more inspiring, more resilient and more impactful.

Our Oakland studio has a thriving architectural and interior practice focusing on providing innovative solutions and climatically responsible design from large, complex buildings commercial office developments to smaller repositioning and tenant improvement projects for developer, professional services, health and technology clients. Additionally, we have an imbedded strategy team to support our teams and clients throughout the process. Through our integrated inside-out design approach, we impact both the people working in our buildings and the surrounding community with our inspirational and thought leading design solutions.

Your Role

As a Gensler Interior Design (Project) Manager, you will leverage your attention to detail and interpersonal skills to deliver exceptional client projects on time and on budget. Grow your project management experience while working on trendsetting architectural and interior projects across industries.

What You Will Do

• Manage all phases of corporate projects, including project set-up, design and construction administration
• Create and communicate clear and attainable project objectives and project requirements
• Manage project scheduling, budgets, and set-up with clients, vendors and consultants
• Manage a range of project team sizes, comprised of project architects, interior designers, technical designers and graphic designers
• Track financial performance of project
• Prepare project proposals, negotiate contracts and fees, coordinate bidding process
• Ensure projects conform to contract
• Business development and market strategy internal and external meetings

Your Qualifications

• A strong desire to learn, grow and contribute
• 8 + years of related experience, including demonstrated success as a project manager and/or technical designer on a range of corporate interiors project types
• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or related field
• Experience managing interiors projects is preferred
• AIA, NCIDQ or CID licensure preferred
• Experience with the entire commercial tenant improvement project lifecycle, through post-occupancy, including furniture selection
• Experience leading, managing and mentoring multiple project teams
• Knowledge of building codes, standards and building structures
• Proven fiscal accountability and responsibility on projects
• Strong leadership, organization, communication and relationship management skills
• Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices strongly valued. Candidates should be prepared to talk to this in their interview, especially built projects with LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL Building Standard, Fitwel and /or Net Zero Building certification
• Must have the ability to maintain existing client relationships and build new client relationships
• Experience with project management software, such as MS Project or smartsheets a plus
• Healthcare project experience a plus
• Working knowledge of Revit

• The base salary will be estimated between $110,000K– $150,000K plus bonuses and benefits and is contingent on relevant experience.
• Notice: At Gensler a Project Manager will have the job title of Design Manager and operate in this capacity for alignment with internal programs, doing business with clients and compliance with industry and government regulations. If you have question regarding this notice please ask our Talent Acquisition team during the application process.

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 and hackathons, to "Well-being Week," our offices reflect our teams' diverse interests.

We encourage our employees 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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