Senior Project Architect: Critical Facilities & Data Centers

Angott Search Group; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Gensler in Denver seeks a seasoned Project Architect to lead design concepts through construction for high-profile, design-driven projects within our Critical Facilities studio. You will guide complex data center and mission-critical endeavors, coordinating with consultants, contractors, and clients to ensure design intent and regulatory compliance.

The role emphasizes collaboration, technical coordination, and client relationship management, with opportunities for growth and career advancement

Qualifications

• Professional degree in Architecture with a rigorous portfolio.
• 8+ years of architectural experience across multiple building typologies; data centers a plus.
• LEED accreditation preferred.
• Outstanding knowledge of building codes, standards and structures.
• Excellent communication and ability to lead large teams of consultants, contractors and clients.
• Ability to develop collaborative relationships across the firm, clients and key constituents.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on design projects in the Critical Facilities including programming client needs, conceptual design, schematic design, design development and documentation.
• Work with contractors, fabricators, specification writers, and regulatory agencies to meet overall project objectives.
• Manage client, team and project coordination, including full documentation coordination with engineering and specialty consultants.
• Support communication between project team, clients, vendors, contractors, consultants, and building and permitting officials.
• Provide design support and documentation during completion and execution of design concepts.
• Lead coordination with building and planning departments to facilitate permit submissions, respond to plan check comments, and secure approvals.
• Oversee the bid process, including issuing bid sets, responding to RFIs, and evaluating contractor proposals in collaboration with clients.
• Manage construction administration activities, including site visits, submittal reviews, RFI responses, and coordination with contractors to ensure design intent is maintained.
• Drive project progress through punch list walkthroughs, final inspections, and closeout documentation to support successful project delivery.
• Mentor junior staff through project work, technical guidance, and day-to-day support.

Skills

Public speaking

Mentoring

Analytical skills

Team coordination

Education

Professional degree in Architecture

LEED accreditation (preferred)

Job description

Gensler in Denver seeks a seasoned Project Architect to lead design concepts through construction for high-profile, design-driven projects within our Critical Facilities studio. You will guide complex data center and mission-critical endeavors, coordinating with consultants, contractors, and clients to ensure design intent and regulatory compliance.

The role emphasizes collaboration, technical coordination, and client relationship management, with opportunities for growth and career advancement