Job Captain - Workplace - Senior

Gensler; New York (NY); On-site; USD 99,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonuses

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Profit sharing

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Gensler in New York seeks an experienced Job Captain to blend creativity with technical expertise, delivering functionally beautiful spaces. You will join a team that collaborates with Design Directors and clients across project phases.

The role emphasizes leadership, advanced BIM skills (Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp), and coordination with consultants. Competitive compensation includes bonuses, ESOP, and strong benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture from an accredited school.
• 10‑15 years of experience as an architectural designer, with broad building experience.
• Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp and other 3D modeling software.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) is a plus.
• Experience with Rhino, Grasshopper, and parametric modeling is a plus.
• Knowledge of building codes, zoning, jurisdictional processes, materials and construction techniques is preferred.
• Outstanding 3D thinking and graphic presentation skills.
• Strong leadership and communication abilities.
• Licensed/Registered Architect is a bonus; licensure path preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural deliverables on projects, collaborating with Design Directors and teams across all phases.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, and vendors to meet project objectives.
• Resolve complex design issues with innovative, practical solutions.
• Produce graphic presentations, 3D renderings, and construction drawings.
• Manage client expectations and team coordination.
• Contribute to office culture, mentorship, and learning programs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Design teamwork

Architecture knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Rhino

Grasshopper

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

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

Our depth of expertise spans disciplines—from workplace, building transformation, aviation and transportation, education, hospitality, retail, technology, and more. Whether we’re refreshing a retailer’s brand, planning a new urban district or designing a mixed‑use building, we strive to make the everyday places people occupy more inspiring, more resilient and more impactful.

Your Role

As a Gensler Job Captain in our New York office, your job is to combine creativity and technical knowledge with business skills and understanding to produce functionally beautiful spaces for clients. With you as part of the design team, architecture has never been so engaging.

What You Will Do

• Lead architectural deliverables on projects, working with Design Director(s) and project team(s) for all project phases, including conceptual designs, presentations, schematic design, design development, construction documents and production.
• Collaborate with design team, clients, consultants, contractors, fabricators, regulatory agencies and other vendors to meet overall project objectives.
• Resolve complex design issues with innovative and practical solutions.
• Produce graphic presentations, 3D renderings, and construction drawings.
• Manage client expectations, team communication and consultant coordination.
• Participate in activities that positively impact office culture, including networking initiatives, mentorship opportunities, and learning programs.

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture from an accredited school.
• 10‑15 years of experience as an architectural designer, with a focus on all aspects of architecture and interiors building experience, from programming to construction administration.
• Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp and other 3D modeling software.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) is a plus.
• Experience with Rhino, Grasshopper, and parametric modeling is a plus.
• Knowledge of building codes, zoning, jurisdictional processes, building materials, specifications, and construction techniques is preferred.
• Outstanding conceptual 3‑dimensional thinking and graphic presentation skills to effectively communicate design ideas.
• Flexibility to focus on concurrent projects in various stages of development.
• Ability to communicate design ideas and direct others in an effective and efficient manner.
• A quick learner with an ability to thrive in a fast‑paced work environment.
• Strong leadership, organization, communication, and relationship‑management skills.
• Licensed/Registered Architect is a bonus; on the path to licensure strongly preferred.

The base salary range will be estimated between $99k - $130k. Gensler’s total compensation package is multi‑layered and includes a base salary, two annual bonuses paid in December and June, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), and profit sharing. To learn more about our compensation philosophy and full benefits offerings, please visit Great People, Great Rewards | Gensler.

Life 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 to Well‑being Week, our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests. We encourage everyone at Gensler 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, and reimburses tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer of choice. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state and local law. Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with federal, state and local law. Gensler endeavors to make gensler.com/careers accessible to all applicants. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us. Regarding Gensler’s approach to recruiting new talent, we will never ask an applicant for sensitive or personal financial information during the recruitment process. We advise all applicants seeking employment with Gensler to review available information on recruitment fraud. Anyone who suspects that they have been contacted by someone falsely representing Gensler should email [e-mail].