Retail Experience Project Architect - Lead Design

Gensler; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Disability & Wellness programs

401k with profit sharing & stock

Twice annual bonus opportunities

Job summary

Gensler, Atlanta studio, is seeking a Project Architect to lead and collaborate with designers in delivering world‑class retail environments from concept through completion.

You will guide technical design, produce construction documentation, coordinate with clients and consultants, manage the permit process, and mentor junior staff, all while upholding Gensler’s standards of design excellence, sustainability, and client service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from an accredited program.
• 6–10 years of relevant architectural experience, including multiple building typologies within retail practice.
• Strong knowledge of construction drawings, building codes, permitting, and construction administration.
• Proficiency in Revit (required).
• Excellent understanding of building systems, standards, and structures.
• Collaborative, team‑oriented mindset.
• Self‑motivated, responsible, and highly driven.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to lead and coordinate with consultants, contractors, and clients.
• Ability to develop strong relationships across the firm and with external partners.
• Demonstrated commitment to resilience and sustainable design practices.
• Must be a Licensed Architect.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical design assignments, including programming client needs, developing conceptual diagrams and models, producing technical studies, and generating construction documentation.
• Engage directly with clients and stakeholders to obtain necessary approvals.
• Manage client, team, and project coordination, including documentation integration with engineering and specialty consultants.
• Support communication among project teams, clients, vendors, contractors, consultants, and permitting officials.
• Provide design and documentation support throughout project execution.
• Collaborate with external consultants, product representatives, furniture dealers, and fabricators.
• Lead coordination with local jurisdictions for permit submissions, plan review responses, and approvals.
• Oversee the bid process, including issuing bid sets, responding to RFIs, and evaluating contractor proposals with clients.
• Manage construction administration activities, including site visits, submittal reviews, RFI responses, and contractor coordination to ensure design intent.
• Guide project progress through punch lists, final inspections, and closeout documentation.
• Mentor junior staff through technical guidance, project involvement, and daily support.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Client coordination

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

Job description

Gensler, Atlanta studio, is seeking a Project Architect to lead and collaborate with designers in delivering world‑class retail environments from concept through completion.

You will guide technical design, produce construction documentation, coordinate with clients and consultants, manage the permit process, and mentor junior staff, all while upholding Gensler’s standards of design excellence, sustainability, and client service.