Project Manager (Design Manager) – Workplace

Gensler; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Gensler is seeking a Project Manager (Design Manager) in Los Angeles to oversee design teams and consultants on retail stores and centers projects. You will guide project delivery, manage client relations, and mentor staff to ensure high design quality and profitability.

The role requires extensive architecture experience, leadership skills, and strong knowledge of codes, sustainability, and BIM tools. Competitive salary and benefits are based on experience and market conditions.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience with preferably 4 years of management experience in projects and design in an Architecture firm.
• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Architecture
• Licensed Architect preferred
• Expertise or desire to actively build expertise in workplace projects; experience with core & shell and interiors
• Extensive experience in all phases of architectural projects
• Ability to provide excellent client service and assure project profitability
• Desire to lead teams and to mentor junior staff
• Strong programming and space planning skills
• High level of design competence and expertise in mixed-use developments
• High level of knowledge of state and local building codes, including accessibility
• Sustainable design experience, with a preference for hands‑on LEED project participation and accreditation
• Computer savvy with moderate or better skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and Project), AutoCAD and/or Revit

Responsibilities

• Act as lead Project Manager and drive the project delivery during all phases of the project
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and work plans
• Lead the relationships with the client, contractor, agencies, as well as engineering and specialty consultants
• Prepare and review proposals, contracts, and consultant agreements
• Review internal project accounting documents and process draft project billing
• Participate in project marketing, proposal writing, and project interviews
• Manage mid-size to large project teams, assign and monitor completion of tasks
• Mentor junior staff
• Oversee the coordination and document preparation for the project and provide quality assurance via review of project documentation

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Client service

Mentor junior staff

Space planning

Design excellence

Sustainable design

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture

Licensed Architect

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Microsoft Office

MS Project

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Description

As a Project Manager (Design Manager) at Gensler, you will be highly involved in all phases of project delivery, manage day-to-day communications with our client, and lead and mentor team members to produce an exceptional level of design quality and client satisfaction in a fast-paced environment.

You will lead and manage multiple design teams and various consultants responsible for the design and delivery of retail stores and centers projects.

What You Will Do

• Act as lead Project Manager and drive the project delivery during all phases of the project
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and work plans
• Lead the relationships with the client, contractor, agencies, as well as engineering and specialty consultants
• Prepare and review proposals, contracts, and consultant agreements
• Review internal project accounting documents and process draft project billing
• Participate in project marketing, proposal writing, and project interviews
• Manage mid-size to large project teams, assign and monitor completion of tasks
• Mentor junior staff
• Oversee the coordination and document preparation for the project and provide quality assurance via review of project documentation

Your Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience with preferably 4 years of management experience in projects and design in an Architecture firm
• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Architecture
• Licensed Architect preferred
• Expertise or desire to actively build expertise in workplace projects; experience with core & shell and interiors
• Extensive experience in all phases of architectural projects
• Ability to provide excellent client service and assure project profitability
• Desire to lead teams and to mentor junior staff
• Strong programming and space planning skills
• High level of design competence and expertise in mixed-use developments
• High level of knowledge of state and local building codes, including accessibility
• Sustainable design experience, with a preference for hands‑on LEED project participation and accreditation
• Computer savvy with moderate or better skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and Project), AutoCAD and/or Revit
• The base salary will be estimated between $105,000 - $135,000 plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience. To learn more about our compensation philosophy and full benefits offerings, please visit Great People, Great Rewards | Gensler

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 and hackathons, to “Well-being Week,” our offices reflect our teams’ diverse interests.

We encourage our employees 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.

See also Know your rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal, right to work and E-verify program, as required by law.

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