Global Awards Strategy Lead - Elevate Design Recognition

Gensler; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k)

Profit sharing

Job summary

Gensler is seeking an Awards Specialist to define and build its global external awards program across 10 regions and 56 offices. You will collaborate with leadership to develop a roadmap that translates wins into enhanced design reputation and business impact.

The role sits within Global Marketing & Brand Communications, reporting to the Global Director of Marketing and Communications, working closely with regional marketing and PR leaders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in communications, marketing, PR, journalism, architecture, design, or related field.
• 5+ years in awards, communications, PR, marketing, or program management; experience in architecture, design, engineering, or professional services preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to build a program from a standing start, including process design and stakeholder alignment.

Responsibilities

• Develop external design awards program and strategy across regions and offices.
• Create and manage a global awards calendar and submission intake process.
• Lead end-to-end submission processes including narratives, visuals, credits, and deadlines.

Skills

Awards program management

Writing & editing

Stakeholder management

Cross-region collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications/Marketing/Public Relations/Design (or related field)

Job description

Gensler is seeking an Awards Specialist to define and build its global external awards program across 10 regions and 56 offices. You will collaborate with leadership to develop a roadmap that translates wins into enhanced design reputation and business impact.

The role sits within Global Marketing & Brand Communications, reporting to the Global Director of Marketing and Communications, working closely with regional marketing and PR leaders.