Global Aviation Design Lead

Gensler; San Francisco, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) plan with company contributions

Profit sharing and bonus opportunities

Job summary

Gensler is seeking an experienced Design Manager in the San Francisco area to lead aviation projects from concept to construction, guiding multidisciplinary teams toward innovative, high-performance design solutions.

The role emphasizes leadership, mentoring, client service, and collaboration across time zones to support a global aviation practice. Willingness to travel and manage complex programs is essential.

Qualifications

• Aviation project experience is required.
• Excellent project delivery and design management skills.
• Able to manage and optimize time to ensure projects are executed efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of design for large complex projects from scope through construction.
• Coordinate with directors, team members, clients and stakeholders to achieve design goals.
• Present design and technical solutions with the design team.

Skills

Aviation project experience

Leadership & mentoring

Client relationship management

Design management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture

Tools

Bluebeam Revu

Adobe Creative Suite

MS Office

Job description

Gensler is seeking an experienced Design Manager in the San Francisco area to lead aviation projects from concept to construction, guiding multidisciplinary teams toward innovative, high-performance design solutions.

The role emphasizes leadership, mentoring, client service, and collaboration across time zones to support a global aviation practice. Willingness to travel and manage complex programs is essential.