Project Designer

Genesis AEC; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Schedule flexibility

Medical insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Training opportunities

Licensing bonus

Job summary

Genesis AEC in Philadelphia is seeking a Project Designer with 1-6 years of experience to join our design team on life sciences projects.

You will work under mentorship, develop conceptual designs, and prepare project documents while collaborating across disciplines to deliver high-quality designs and learn the ARE requirements. The role offers hybrid schedule, professional growth opportunities, and exposure to award-winning facilities.

Qualifications

• BS in Architecture (or equivalent) required.
• 1–6 years of experience; internships/co-ops considered.
• Knowledge of Revit is a plus; MS Office proficiency expected.
• Team-oriented mindset and positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Develop project documents in coordination with regulatory bodies.
• Assist in conceptual design development and sketches.
• Coordinate with multi-discipline team under project lead.
• Learn and apply best practices for integrated design approaches.
• Attend meetings and review design outcomes for improvement.
• Support field site inspections and follow-up documentation.
• Contribute to research and use of advanced software in design.
• Manage multiple projects concurrently.

Skills

Team collaboration

Positive attitude

Client-facing exposure

Education

BS in Arch, BArch, or MArch

Tools

Revit

MS Office

Job description

Project Designer (1- 6 years' experience)

WHO WE ARE

We’re Genesis AEC – an award-winning architecture, engineering, construction management, and CQV firm and a leader in the life sciences industry. Ranked #5 in Pharmaceutical Design byENRmagazine, we design and construct facilities that advance worldwide health. We’re proud to contribute to our clients’ success, earning honors that include a 2021 ISPE Facility of the Year (FOYA) award and anENRMid-Atlantic’s Best Manufacturing Project award for our work at the National Institutes of Health.
When you’re on our team, you’ll find that you are supported, challenged, and encouraged to grow – with opportunities, training, and a work-life balance to help you succeed.

Genesis might be a great fit for you if:

• You enjoy problem-solving and discovering creative, effective solutions.
• You’re looking for a company that values and promotes professional and personal growth and development.
• You enjoy the details of great design and know that anything worth doing is worth doing well.
• You think on your feet and seek the “a-ha!” moments that come from team collaboration.
• You’re motivated and driven to help us, and our clients, make a difference in the world!

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

Genesis is looking for an energetic design professional with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn. Come be mentored and trained by some of the best subject matter experts in the profession! You will be part of a team where your contributions are valued, while you get the experience you need to pass the ARE.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Operations

The Architectural Designer works under the direction of an assigned mentor(s) to develop and implement a project approach, methodology, and deliverables.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Developing project documents for clients in coordination with regulatory bodies and industry standards.
• Assisting in the development of conceptual designs and preparing preliminary design sketches.
• Coordinating with the team – including other project disciplines and external team members - under the direction of the architectural project lead on all efforts.
• Learning and implementing best practices and procedures for an integrated design approach to create design solutions.
• Participating in the review outcome of completed design projects with the intent to learn about opportunities to improve productivity, profitability, and outcomes.
• Attending department meetings to learn about the multiple facets of our work from associated Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and understand their roles within the department.
• Reviewing shop drawing submittals with guidance from the Project Architect.
• Attending field site inspections and assisting in developing associated follow-up documentation (e.g., field reports, punch lists).
• Participating in the research and development of methods and processes that utilize advanced software to help inform and optimize architectural work processes.
• Working on multiple projects concurrently.

Client-Facing

• Opportunity to attend client meetings with the assigned project lead to learn about client relationships.
• Gain an awareness of how the work done in the office impacts our client-facing staff.
• Grow client base through the delivery of excellent services.
• Serve as the architectural designer on select projects, maintaining internal and external relationships to ensure project success.

Strategic

• Learn the company’s vision and mission and embody it in your work.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS in Arch, BArch, or MArch
• 1-6 years of experience; will consider candidates with previous internships, co-ops, and/or relevant work experience.
• Knowledge of Revit software is a plus
• Knowledge of the MS Office suite software
• A team approach and positive attitude

We are located in the Curtis Building in Philadelphia.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT HERE

• Ourcollaborative and positive culturesets us apart
• We offer schedule flexibility*, including 9-hour days Monday-Thursday and 4-hour Fridays, all year long; daily hours that work with your commuting or personal obligations; and a hybrid in-office and work-from-home balanced work week.*For field-based personnel, flexible scheduling may be subject to client/project site requirements.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and Rx insurance plans, withtwo-thirds of your premiums and deductible paid!
• Competitive401(k) match program
• Generous paid time off
• Paid parental leave timefor new parents.
• Thought leadership opportunities, including a$1,000 awardfor presenting or publishing your technical expertise!
• Competitive company-paid trainingopportunities
• A 5% salary increasefor earning your professional license!
• Endless opportunitiesto grow your career
• Andso much more!