Project Architect - Workplace Interiors - Senior

Gensler; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan

Bonus opportunities

Licensure reimbursement

Job summary

Gensler in Charlotte seeks a Senior Project Architect to lead interior architecture and design teams from concept through construction administration. You will develop and own design concepts, storytelling, and presentation strategies while guiding FF&E, finishes, and millwork selections.

The role emphasizes sustainability, client engagement, and collaboration with consultants. The ideal candidate has 10-15+ years of interiors experience, leadership capabilities, and LEED/Well accreditation,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited school of design or architecture.
• 10-15+ years of diverse interiors experience with an emphasis on workplace interiors.
• Advanced knowledge of FF&E, furniture systems and specifications, color and materials.
• Experience leading design teams through all phases of the design process.
• LEED, Fitwel or WELL accreditation.
• Strong leadership, communication, and relationship management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creative efforts of multiple interior architecture and interior design teams on projects from the initial marketing stages through construction administration.
• Develop and own overall design concepts, storytelling and design presentation strategies.
• Participate in the selection and presentation of furniture, furniture systems, fabrics, equipment (FF&E), color palettes, and decorative lighting.
• Generate concepts for finish plans, RCP, lighting plans, specifications, material selections, and millwork for the project.
• Be a fearless integrator and advocate for diverse points of view and expansive thinking.
• Drive alignment in our designs with our sustainable goals and those of our clients.
• Build and sustain client relationships; act as the primary design interface with clients, team members, and a wide range of consultants and collaborators, both internal and external.
• Mentor and develop Gensler designers; provide creative direction to design teams.
• Participate in business development, marketing and recruiting efforts.
• Integrate new technology and tools on projects (AR, VR, computational design, etc.).
• Interact with clients while representing Gensler at meetings and presentations.
• Be a voice in our Community for the Power of Design.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Relationship management

Mentoring/Team leadership

Sustainability mindset

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in design or architecture

LEED/Fitwel/WELL accreditation

Tools

SketchUp

Revit

InDesign

3D Studio Max

Enscape

Photoshop

Illustrator

Miro

Job description

Your Role

As a Senior Project Architect in our dynamic Charlotte office, you are passionate about your craft and combine creativity and technical knowledge with business skills and understanding to produce functionally beautiful spaces for clients. You have exceptional conceptual design skills, and a portfolio of innovative design solutions with an emphasis on workplace projects.

You will collaborate with talented colleagues to enhance Gensler's culture for design excellence, elevate the quality of design, and achieve recognition for our clients and the firm. You are a mix of strategic and creative, with the ability to create great form while embracing sound business strategy. Use your unique design perspective to lead design teams, develop next‑generation talent, bring new approaches to the design process, and help our clients redesign what's possible.

What You Will Do

• Lead the creative efforts of multiple interior architecture and interior design teams on projects from the initial marketing stages through construction administration
• Develop and own overall design concepts, storytelling and design presentation strategies
• Participate in the selection and presentation of furniture, furniture systems, fabrics, equipment (FF&E), color palettes, and decorative lighting
• Generate concepts for finish plans, RCP, lighting plans, specifications, material selections, and millwork for the project
• Be a fearless integrator and advocate for diverse points of view and expansive thinking
• Drive alignment in our designs with our sustainable goals and those of our clients
• Build and sustain client relationships; act as the primary design interface with clients, team members, and a wide range of consultants and collaborators, both internal and external
• Creatively align solutions to budgets
• Mentor and develop Gensler designers; provide creative direction to design teams
• Participate in business development, marketing and recruiting efforts
• Integrate new technology and tools on projects (AR, VR, computational design, etc.)
• Interact with clients while representing Gensler at meetings and presentations
• Be a voice in our Community for the Power of Design

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited school of design or architecture
• 10-15+ years of diverse interiors experience with an emphasis on workplace interiors
• Advanced knowledge of the design process, including FF&E, furniture systems and specifications, color and materials
• Experience leading design teams through all phases of the design process
• LEED, Fitwel or WELL accreditation
• Strong leadership, communication, and relationship management skills
• Understanding and proficiency in design software programs including SketchUp, Revit, InDesign, 3D Studio Max, Enscape, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Miro
• Registered/Licensed Architect (if you are in the process of taking AREs, feel free to contact [e-mail] to determine whether another opening could be a match for your background)
• Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices; portfolio will ideally include at least one project with LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL Building Standard, Fitwel, and/or Net Zero Building certification

This role is not remote or hybrid; we look forward to working with our new team member in our incredible Charlotte office.

Benefits

At Gensler, we are committed to delivering best-in-class design and supporting 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 is based on local markets. We reimburse certain professional licenses, renewal and exam fees, and tuition for eligible programs or classes as part of our commitment to licensure and professional development.