Senior Designer - Base Building

Gensler; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Gensler in Tampa is seeking a Senior Designer to join our local studio. You will lead design and technical execution of Core & Shell and Base Building projects from concept through construction documents, translating sketches into 2D/3D models and images while collaborating with the design team.

This role values design excellence, technical rigor, and mentorship as you guide junior designers and coordinate with consultants, clients, and vendors to meet project goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited program.
• 10+ years of related project experience in commercial interior design or architecture.
• Proficiency in Revit required, with strong BIM capabilities.
• Portfolio showcasing sustainability-focused projects (LEED/WELL/Net Zero) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in all project phases from concept through construction documents.
• Collaborate with design team, clients, consultants, and vendors to meet project objectives.
• Produce graphic presentations, 3D renderings, and construction drawings.
• Guide the development of junior designers and reinforce team collaboration.
• Ensure design intent is accurately translated into 2D/3D documents.

Skills

Revit

3D Modeling

CAD

Enscape

Rhino

Grasshopper

V-Ray

Adobe Creative Suite

SketchUp

BIM

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

CAD

Enscape

3ds Max

SketchUp

Rhino

Grasshopper

V-Ray

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Description

At Gensler, we design for people. Leveraging our global reach and local expertise, we create innovative, impactful spaces across diverse markets including Mixed Use, Hospitality, Build to Suit Headquarters, Higher Education, Building Transformation & Adaptive Reuse, Retail & Consumer Experience, Financial Services, and more.

Description

At Gensler, we design for people. Leveraging our global reach and local expertise, we create innovative, impactful spaces across diverse markets including Mixed Use, Hospitality, Build to Suit Headquarters, Higher Education, Building Transformation & Adaptive Reuse, Retail & Consumer Experience, Financial Services, and more.

Our Tampa team is made up of creative problem-solvers, technical experts, and collaborative leaders who are passionate about delivering exceptional architecture that shapes communities and enhances experiences.

Your Role

As a Senior Designer within Gensler’s Tampa office, you will collaborate with our design team to deliver unparalleled architectural projects. You will leverage your industry experience and technical acumen to perform design and technical execution of Core & Shell and Base Building projects from concept through build. You will bring together design excellence, technical rigor, and strategic thinking to deliver architecture that is both deeply functional and experientially rich. You will be successful because you already know how to translate an architect's sketches and documents into realized 2D/3D models and images and can research artistic and/or technical issues when they arise. Your work ethic and dedication to problem solving, combined with our commitment to collaboration and mentoring, makes Gensler the perfect place to further your career.

What You Will Do

• Participate in all project phases, including conceptual designs, presentations, schematic design, design development, constructiondocumentsand production
• Collaborate with design team, clients, consultants, contractors, fabricators, regulatoryagenciesand other vendors to meet overall project objectives
• Produce graphic presentations, 3D renderings, and construction drawings
• Utilize hand rendering techniques to communicate design concepts
• Guide skill development of junior designers
• Contribute to and reinforce the “team effort” method of producing design projects
• Take responsibility for implementing approved briefing approach
• Prepare the design analysis and research
• Oversee the design development package for production
• Work with Technical coordinator and technical team to ensure design intent is accurately interpreted in documents
• With Design Manager, liaise as necessary with client on issues of design
• Participates inselectionof FF&E color palettes & material presentations, and generate specifications

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor’s orMaster’s degree in Architecture from an accredited program
• 10+ years of related project experience at commercial interior design or architecture firm
• Proficiency in Revit required
• Proficiency in modeling using 2D/3D software, such as CAD, Enscape, 3ds MAX, Sketch-up and/or Rhino utilizing V-Ray a plus
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and/or SketchUp
• Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices required; Portfolios should include at least 1 project with this particular focus, and candidates should be prepared to talk to this in their interview,especiallybuilt projects with LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL BuildingStandard ,Fitwell and /or Net Zero Building certification
• Knowledge of materials, construction techniques, and building codes
• State licensure and LEED accreditation a plus
• Knowledge of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and parametric design software, including Grasshopper, a plus
• Clear verbal communication abilities and are detail oriented
• Possess a visual communication style and are able to think and visualize in three-dimensions

This role is not remote or hybrid; we look forward to working with our new team member in our Tampa office.

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 to “Well-being Awareness Week,” our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests.

We encourage every person at Gensler 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.

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