Project Architect - Senior

Gensler; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Gensler in Columbus seeks a Senior Project Architect to lead design development through construction documentation for mission-critical environments. You will coordinate with design principals, consultants, and contractors, translating concepts into precise 2D/3D documentation and guiding teams through complex technical challenges.

We value leadership, collaboration, and mentorship, with opportunities to influence projects across practice areas and contribute to ongoing professional growth

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited program.
• Professional Licensure required.
• 10+ years of experience in architectural design and project delivery.
• Strong experience coordinating clients, teams, and consultants.
• Experience with contractors during documentation and construction.
• Ability to resolve complex technical and design challenges.
• Knowledge of zoning and code analysis across jurisdictions.
• Understanding of building construction methods; produce clear technical docs.
• Familiarity with sustainable design; LEED/WELL/Net Zero preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate across all phases of design from programming to construction documentation.
• Coordinate with consultants, regulators, and contractors to meet project goals.
• Lead documentation coordination with structural, MEP, lighting, acoustical, and other consultants.
• Resolve technical and design issues throughout the project.
• Support client and team communication and consultant coordination.
• Deliver complete construction drawings, specs, and material selections.
• Participate in construction administration including submittals and RFIs.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to office initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Project coordination

Mentoring

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Architecture degree (B.Arch or M.Arch)

Professional Licensure

Tools

Revit

Adobe Creative Suite

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Rhino

Enscape

VRay

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

Your Role

As a Senior Project Architect at Gensler, you will play a key role within our wide range of practice area in our Columbus office. You'll collaborate closely with Practice Area Leaders, Design Directors, and multidisciplinary teams to develop thoughtful design solutions and carry projects through the construction documentation process.

This role offers the opportunity to work at a leading architectural firm in a growing market, collaborating with engaged and passionate project architects on impactful, complex projects. You will translate design concepts into clear, wellcoordinated 2D and 3D documentation, resolve technical challenges as they arise, and contribute to the successful delivery of missioncritical environments.

Your strong work ethic, collaborative mindset, and commitment to mentoring others will support both project success and continued professional growth within the firm

What You Will Do

• Collaborate across all phases of design including programming, conceptual design, schematic design, design development, and construction documentation

• Coordinate closely with consultants, contractors, fabricators, specification writers, and regulatory agencies to meet overall project goals

• Lead documentation coordination with structural, MEP, lighting, AV, acoustical, accessibility, building envelope, life safety, and other specialty consultants

• Assist in resolving complex technical and design issues throughout the project lifecycle

• Support management of client expectations, internal team communication, and consultant coordination

• Provide project team leadership to deliver complete, accurate construction drawings, specifications, and material selections

• Participate in construction administration, including submittal reviews, RFIs, and finish samples

• Contribute to office initiatives, professional development efforts, and mentoring of junior staff

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture from a professionally accredited program

• Professional Licensure required

• 10+ years of professional experience in architectural design and project delivery

• Strong experience managing multiple aspects of client, team, and project coordination, including full consultant coordination

• Experience working directly with contractors during documentation and construction

• Demonstrated ability to resolve complex technical and design challenges

• Experience with zoning and code analysis across multiple jurisdictions

• Deep understanding of building construction methods and the ability to produce clear, accurate technical documentation

• Familiarity with sustainable and universal design principles; experience with LEED, WELL, Fitwel, Living Building Challenge, or Net Zero projects preferred

• Proficiency in Revit and Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator); experience with AutoCAD, SketchUp, Rhino, Enscape, VRay, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office is beneficial

• Strong leadership, organization, communication, and relationshipmanagement skills

*For consideration, you must submit a portfolio and your resume in PDF format.

To learn more about our compensation philosophy and full benefits offerings, please visit Great People, Great Rewards | Gensler

Life at Gensler

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 401(k), 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

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