Executive Workplace Design Architect

Gensler; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Gensler in Charlotte seeks a Senior Project Architect with a strong portfolio in workplace interiors and leadership to guide interior architecture teams from marketing to construction administration.

You will develop design concepts, oversee FF&E selections, and mentor design teams while integrating advanced tools like AR/VR and computational design to push design excellence. This role is office-based in Charlotte.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school of design or architecture
• 10-15+ years of diverse interiors experience with an emphasis on workplace interiors
• Advanced knowledge of the design process, including FF&E, furniture systems and specifications, color and materials
• Experience leading design teams through all phases of the design process
• LEED, Fitwel or WELL accreditation
• Strong leadership, communication, and relationship management skills
• Understanding and proficiency in design software programs including SketchUp, Revit, InDesign, 3D Studio Max, Enscape, Photoshop, and Illustrator, with proficiency in and Miro
• Registered/Licensed Architect (if you are in the process of taking AREs, contact [e-mail])
• Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices; Portfolios will ideally include at least one LEED/WELL/NetZero project

Responsibilities

• Lead the creative efforts of multiple interior architecture and interior design teams on projects from the initial marketing stages through construction administration
• Develop and own overall design concepts, storytelling and design presentation strategies
• Participate in the selection and presentation of furniture, furniture systems, fabrics, equipment (FF&E), color palettes, and decorative lighting
• Generate concepts for finish plans, RCP, lighting plans, specifications, material selections, and millwork
• Be a fearless integrator and advocate for diverse points of view and expansive thinking
• Drive alignment in our designs with our, and our clients’, sustainable goals
• Build and sustain client relationships; act as the primary design interface with clients, team members, and a wide range of consultants and collaborators, both internal and external
• Creatively align solutions to budgets
• Mentor and develop Gensler designers; provide creative direction to design teams
• Participate in business development, marketing and recruiting efforts
• Integrate new technology and tools on projects (AR, VR, computational design, etc.)
• Interaction with clients while representing Gensler at meetings and presentations
• Be a voice in our Community for the Power of Design

Skills

Leadership

Conceptual design

Team leadership

FF&E knowledge

Revit

SketchUp

InDesign

3D Studio Max

Enscape

Photoshop

Illustrator

Miro

Education

Bachelor's degree in design/architecture

Tools

SketchUp

Revit

InDesign

3D Studio Max

Enscape

Photoshop

Illustrator

Miro

Job description

Gensler in Charlotte seeks a Senior Project Architect with a strong portfolio in workplace interiors and leadership to guide interior architecture teams from marketing to construction administration.

You will develop design concepts, oversee FF&E selections, and mentor design teams while integrating advanced tools like AR/VR and computational design to push design excellence. This role is office-based in Charlotte.