Education Design & Project Manager

Gensler; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Disability insurance

Wellness programs

401k

Profit sharing

Employee stock ownership

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Gensler in Dallas seeks a Design Manager for the Education Practice Area with a passion for creating environments where students, staff, and faculty thrive. You will mentor junior staff, lead cross-functional teams, and ensure projects are delivered on time and on budget while maintaining client satisfaction.

The role requires 15+ years of experience, a Bachelor’s in Architecture, and licensure, with strong leadership, communication, and knowledge of building codes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture and licensed architect status.
• 15+ years of design/education project experience preferred.
• Passion for education projects and client service excellence.
• Experience leading consultant teams and resolving complex issues.
• Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu, SketchUp, 3ds Max, Adobe Creative Suite, MS Office.
• Knowledge of building codes, standards, construction, and structures; LEED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day delivery of education projects to meet time and budget goals.
• Lead cross-functional project teams and manage client relationships.
• Develop and monitor work plans, budgets, and deliverables with stakeholders.
• Review proposals, contracts, and consultant agreements for accuracy.
• Coordinate documentation with structural, MEP, lighting, AV, landscape, and other consultants.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to business development and client satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Client relationships

Communication

Building codes

Revit

AutoCAD

Bluebeam Revu

SketchUp

3ds Max

Adobe Creative Suite

MS Office

LEED accreditation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture

Licensed Architect

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Bluebeam Revu

SketchUp

3ds Max

Adobe Creative Suite

MS Office

Job description

Gensler in Dallas seeks a Design Manager for the Education Practice Area with a passion for creating environments where students, staff, and faculty thrive. You will mentor junior staff, lead cross-functional teams, and ensure projects are delivered on time and on budget while maintaining client satisfaction.

The role requires 15+ years of experience, a Bachelor’s in Architecture, and licensure, with strong leadership, communication, and knowledge of building codes.