Project Manager – Architecture – Critical Facilities

Gensler; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability

Wellness programs

Flex spending

Paid holidays

Paid time off

401k

Profit sharing

Employee stock ownership

Twice annual bonus opportunities

Job summary

Gensler's Denver office is seeking a Project Manager/Design Manager to lead high‑performance critical facilities projects, including data centers. You will oversee project workflows, allocate resources, and act as the primary liaison between client and project team.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Architecture, 15+ years of experience, licensure and LEED are preferred, and proficiency in MS Project and Revit. Compensation ranges from $110,000 to $140,000 per year, plus bonuses and benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related field.
• 15+ years of relevant experience: mix of architecture and project management.
• Professional license or certification preferred.
• LEED accreditation preferred.
• Experience with project scope, fees and lifecycle management.
• Knowledge of building codes and standards.
• Revit proficiency preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide project leadership to client and team by communicating objectives, scope, terms and schedule.
• Provide design support for organization, production and execution of projects.
• Manage scheduling, budgets, staffing, and project setup with clients and contractors.
• Prepare project proposals and negotiate contracts and fees; bid projects to multiple general contractors.
• Track and manage financial performance of projects (work plan, schedule, fees, changes, billings).
• Oversee project lifecycle from kick-off to close-out.
• Mentor junior designers and lead multiple projects collaboratively.
• Promote interdisciplinary design collaboration across the office and firm.

Skills

Project leadership

Design coordination

Budget management

MS Project

Revit

Client liaison

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Tools

MS Project

Revit

Job description

Your Role

Gensler is seeking a Project Manager/Design Manager to join our Denver office. As part of our growing Critical Facilities studio, you’ll bring your architectural expertise, attention to detail, and strong interpersonal skills to lead the delivery of high-performance critical facilities projects—on time and within budget. In this role, you’ll oversee project workflows, allocate resources effectively, and serve as the primary liaison between the client and the project team.

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 our Critical Facilities 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

• Provide project leadership to client and team by communicating project objectives, contract scope, terms, and schedule
• Provide strategically minded design support for organization, production and execution of projects.
• Manage scheduling, budgets, staffing, and project set‑up with clients, sub‑contractors, vendors and contractors
• Prepare project proposals and negotiate contracts and fees; bid projects to multiple general contractors
• Track and manage financial performance of project for success (e.g., work plan, schedule, fees, change orders, billings and collections)
• Manage project lifecycle; estimating, bidding, project kick‑off, weekly coordination, punch list, turnover, opening, and project close‑out
• Guide and mentor junior designers, assisting in leading multiple projects at a high level, working in a collaborative manner with other design and technical staff
• Work closely with your team and across the office and firm, to promote and model an inter‑disciplinary design approach that enhances Gensler’s culture of design quality and excellence.

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related field
• 15+ years of relevant experience: a mix of architecture and project management preferred with a strong background designing and managing multiple building typologies of varying scale.
• Professional license or certification preferred
• LEED accreditation preferred
• Experience negotiating project scope, fees, managing project financial performance, and ensuring fiscal responsibility for projects
• Experience with the full project lifecycle, through post‑occupancy
• Knowledge of building codes, standards and building structures
• Experience with project management software, such as MS Project, a plus
• Critical facilities experience a plus
• Revit proficiency preferred

Compensation is based upon applicable experience and estimated range is $110,000 - $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 hiking and camping excursions to internal design competitions to “Well‑being Week,” our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests.

We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• disability
• wellness programs
• flex spending
• paid holidays
• paid time off
• 401k
• profit sharing
• employee stock ownership
• twice annual bonus opportunities

Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets.

This is not a remote position. The successful candidate will be expected to live in or relocate to the Denver area upon acceptance.

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS

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