Senior Architect: Lead Design & Delivery on Major Projects

Gensler; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 95,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401k with profit sharing

Employee stock ownership

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Gensler in Washington, DC seeks an accomplished Architect to design and deliver complex, high-impact buildings. You will lead design and technical work across full project lifecycles, mentor teams, and ensure integrated documentation.

A licensed architect with 10–15 years in commercial design will apply building codes, drive quality, and coordinate multi-disciplinary consultants while advancing resilient, sustainable design.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited program.
• 10–15 years of relevant experience within a commercial design firm designing and delivering buildings that are stunning and functional.
• Expertise in building codes, construction methods, and technical detailing.
• Registered / Licensed Architect.
• LEED accreditation or WELL AP is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage full project cycles - from conceptual design through construction administration.
• Lead teams, oversee technical quality, ensure consultant coordination, and deliver high-performing, well-documented architectural solutions.
• Manage all phases of projects, including project set-up, design, technical documentation, and construction administration.
• Lead design and technical decision-making, presenting real-world solutions to complex challenges.
• Supervise production of drawings, details, schedules, and specifications.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary consultants and ensure integrated documentation.
• Oversee budgets, schedules, staffing plans, and client communication.
• Conduct site inspections; review RFIs, submittals, and ensure design intent is delivered.
• Mentor and lead multiple project teams; contribute to office knowledge-sharing.
• Support client development through proposal input and maintaining client relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Design excellence

Post-occupancy experience

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture

Registered / Licensed Architect

LEED accreditation

WELL AP

Tools

Revit

Job description

Gensler in Washington, DC seeks an accomplished Architect to design and deliver complex, high-impact buildings. You will lead design and technical work across full project lifecycles, mentor teams, and ensure integrated documentation.

A licensed architect with 10–15 years in commercial design will apply building codes, drive quality, and coordinate multi-disciplinary consultants while advancing resilient, sustainable design.