Project Architect - Critical Facilities

Angott Search Group; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Gensler in Denver seeks a seasoned Project Architect to lead design concepts through construction for high-profile, design-driven projects within our Critical Facilities studio. You will guide complex data center and mission-critical endeavors, coordinating with consultants, contractors, and clients to ensure design intent and regulatory compliance.

The role emphasizes collaboration, technical coordination, and client relationship management, with opportunities for growth and career advancement

Qualifications

• Professional degree in Architecture with a rigorous portfolio.
• 8+ years of architectural experience across multiple building typologies; data centers a plus.
• LEED accreditation preferred.
• Outstanding knowledge of building codes, standards and structures.
• Excellent communication and ability to lead large teams of consultants, contractors and clients.
• Ability to develop collaborative relationships across the firm, clients and key constituents.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on design projects in the Critical Facilities including programming client needs, conceptual design, schematic design, design development and documentation.
• Work with contractors, fabricators, specification writers, and regulatory agencies to meet overall project objectives.
• Manage client, team and project coordination, including full documentation coordination with engineering and specialty consultants.
• Support communication between project team, clients, vendors, contractors, consultants, and building and permitting officials.
• Provide design support and documentation during completion and execution of design concepts.
• Lead coordination with building and planning departments to facilitate permit submissions, respond to plan check comments, and secure approvals.
• Oversee the bid process, including issuing bid sets, responding to RFIs, and evaluating contractor proposals in collaboration with clients.
• Manage construction administration activities, including site visits, submittal reviews, RFI responses, and coordination with contractors to ensure design intent is maintained.
• Drive project progress through punch list walkthroughs, final inspections, and closeout documentation to support successful project delivery.
• Mentor junior staff through project work, technical guidance, and day-to-day support.

Skills

Public speaking

Mentoring

Analytical skills

Team coordination

Education

Professional degree in Architecture

LEED accreditation (preferred)

Job description

Your Role

As a Project Architect in Gensler’s Denver office, your job is to combine creativity and technical knowledge to help guide our clients. Our growing Critical Facilities studio is looking for a seasoned Project Architect and recognized contributor to high-profile, design driven projects who can leverage their industry expertise, design abilities, and technical acumen to drive projects from concept through construction. Our team is highly creative, collaborative, and dedicated to innovative problem solving and design excellence. Throughout your career, you have developed communication and team-building skills in managing multiple teams and projects. In this role, you will have opportunities to develop your existing strengths in design and technical coordination while also beginning to directly manage client relationships.

Our Critical Facilities practice is uniquely equipped to deliver high-performance data centers by drawing on expertise from across Gensler’s diverse practice areas. We assemble specialized teams within this group to design and execute data center projects that meet the complex needs of today’s technology-driven organizations. This work sits at the intersection of architecture, infrastructure, and innovation - making it an exciting space for professionals who want to shape the future of digital environments. In addition to data centers, our team brings deep experience in mission-critical environments such as research and supercomputing facilities, command and control centers, and SCIFs. The complexity and impact of these projects offer rich opportunities for learning, advancement, and long-term career growth.

What You Will Do

• Collaborate on design projects in the Critical Facilities including programming client needs, conceptual design, schematic design, design development and documentation
• Work with contractors, fabricators, specification writers, and regulatory agencies to meet overall project objectives
• Manage client, team and project coordination, including full documentation coordination with engineering and specialty consultants
• Support communication between project team, clients, vendors, contractors, consultants, and building and permitting officials
• Provide design support and documentation during completion and execution of design concepts
• Lead coordination with building and planning departments to facilitate permit submissions, respond to plan check comments, and secure approvals
• Oversee the bid process, including issuing bid sets, responding to RFIs, and evaluating contractor proposals in collaboration with clients
• Manage construction administration activities, including site visits, submittal reviews, RFI responses, and coordination with contractors to ensure design intent is maintained
• Drive project progress through punch list walkthroughs, final inspections, and closeout documentation to support successful project delivery
• Mentor junior staff through project work, technical guidance, and day-to-day support

Your Qualifications

• Professional degree in Architecture, demonstrated with a rigorous portfolio
• At least 8 years of relevant architectural experience, with a strong background designing multiple building typologies of varying scale. Experience with Data Centers a plus
• LEED accreditation and experience preferred
• Outstanding knowledge of building codes, standards and building structures
• Proficient and confident in public speaking, and in moderating large teams of consultants, contractors, and clients
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to develop collaborative relationships across the firm, with clients, and with other key constituents

*Compensation is based upon applicable experience and estimated range is $95,000 - $140,000 annually + bonuses + benefits.

Life at Gensler

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 Awareness Week,” our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests.

We encourage every person 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. In addition, we reimburse 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 .

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