Technical Designer

Gensler; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Disability insurance

Wellness program

Flex spending

Paid holidays

Paid time off

401k

Profit sharing

Employee stock ownership

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Gensler in Atlanta seeks a Technical Designer to join our hospitality, mixed‑use, residential, and workplace projects. You will meld design quality with technical rigor, delivering architecture that is functional and experiential.

You will collaborate with architects and designers, produce technical drawings in Revit, and support all project phases from concept through construction administration. A strong portfolio is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from an accredited program.
• 3–6 years of relevant experience within a commercial design firm.
• Knowledge of building codes, zoning, jurisdictional processes, building materials, specifications, and construction techniques.
• Experience with all phases of the design process from schematic design through construction administration, and field observation.
• Strong proficiency with Revit.
• Proficiency with SketchUp, Enscape, or other 3D modeling software, and the Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) is preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication, organization, and collaboration skills.
• Passion for design excellence and continuous learning.
• Demonstrated commitment to resilience and sustainable building practices.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a team of Architects and Interior Designers that bring design dreams to life through innovative problem solving and design best practices.
• Produce technical documentation and communicate project progress to team members to ensure success.
• Develop drawings, details, and diagrams using Revit, and other tools as needed.
• Support all phases of the design project from conceptual/schematic design through construction administration.
• Support coordination with consultants, contractors, fabricators, specification writers, and regulatory agencies to meet overall project objectives.
• Participate in construction administration, evaluate bids, conduct site visits, address technical issues, and maintain quality control during construction.
• Utilize hand drawings and 3D software renderings to communicate design concepts.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

SketchUp

Enscape

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Your Role

As a Technical Designer with Gensler’s team in Atlanta you will contribute to the design and delivery of some of the most complex and impactful Hospitality, Mixed Use, Residential, Critical Facilities, Retail and Workplace projects in the region. You will bring together design excellence, technical rigor, and strategic thinking to deliver architecture that is both deeply functional and experientially rich. You will work within a highly collaborative, client‑focused culture that values design quality, resilience, and social purpose.

What You Will Do

• Collaborate with a team of Architects and Interior Designers that bring design dreams to life through innovative problem solving and design best practices
• Produce technical documentation and communicate project progress to team members to ensure success
• Develop drawings, details, and diagrams using Revit, and other tools as needed
• Support all phases of the design project from conceptual/schematic design through construction administration
• Support coordination with consultants, contractors, fabricators, specification writers, and regulatory agencies to meet overall project objectives
• Participate in construction administration, evaluate bids, conduct site visits, address technical issues, and maintain quality control during construction
• Utilize hand drawings and 3D software renderings to communicate design concepts

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from an accredited program
• 3-6 years of relevant experience within a commercial design firm
• Knowledge of building codes, zoning, jurisdictional processes, building materials, specifications, and construction techniques
• Experience with all phases of the design process from schematic design through construction administration, and field observation
• Strong proficiency with Revit
• Proficiency with SketchUp, Enscape, or other 3D modeling software, and the Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) is preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication, organization, and collaboration skills
• Passion for design excellence and continuous learning
• Demonstrated commitment to resilience and sustainable building practices

Please include a portfolio that highlights your relevant project experience along with your resume.

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 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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