Senior Interior Architecture Project Manager

Gensler; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Gensler in Charlotte, NC seeks a Project Manager to lead interior design and interior architecture projects from concept through completion. You will oversee design, documentation, construction administration, and overall delivery while partnering with Design Directors and multidisciplinary teams.

The role requires strong leadership, mentoring, and the ability to manage multiple mid-size projects or a large complex program. Relocation is welcomed for the right candidate in North Carolina.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, or Architecture.
• Licensed / Registered Architect, NCIDQ certification, and LEED accreditation are a plus.
• 10+ years of relevant experience with at least 4+ years as a Project Manager in a commercial architecture and design firm.
• Experience leading projects of various scales and mentoring Interior Designers and Architects.
• Strong leadership, organization, communication and interpersonal management skills.
• Ability to develop collaborative relationships across the firm, with clients and stakeholders.
• Commitment to a collaborative design process and experience negotiating project scope and fees.
• Knowledge of local building codes and standards; proven client relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead interior design and interior architecture projects from concept through completion, overseeing design, documentation, construction administration, and overall project delivery.
• Partner with Design Directors and multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative, practical solutions to complex design challenges.
• Lead and manage multiple project teams, managing schedules, staffing, budgets, and project quality.
• Build and maintain trusted client relationships, guiding projects through key decisions and approvals.
• Collaborate with clients, consultants, contractors, fabricators, vendors, and regulatory agencies to coordinate outcomes.
• Manage project financial performance, including proposals, fee and contract negotiations, and consultant agreements.
• Guide projects through bidding, permitting, construction, and closeout while coordinating internal and external teams.
• Champion sustainable, resilient, and integrated design solutions aligned with client goals and Gensler principles.
• Mentor emerging talent and foster an integrated design culture through collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Remain engaged in the creative process, contributing to presentations, 3D renderings, and construction drawings as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal management

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Interior Design/Interior Architecture/Architecture

Licensed / Registered Architect

NCIDQ certification

LEED accreditation

Job description

Gensler in Charlotte, NC seeks a Project Manager to lead interior design and interior architecture projects from concept through completion. You will oversee design, documentation, construction administration, and overall delivery while partnering with Design Directors and multidisciplinary teams.

The role requires strong leadership, mentoring, and the ability to manage multiple mid-size projects or a large complex program. Relocation is welcomed for the right candidate in North Carolina.