Technical Designer - Aviation - Mid Level

Gensler; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401k with profit sharing

Employee stock ownership

Annual bonus opportunities

Job summary

Gensler is seeking a Technical Designer with a passion for Aviation to join our Cities Studio in Seattle and San Francisco. The role blends creative design with rigorous technical delivery to create functional, beautiful spaces for clients.

You will collaborate with large design-build teams, manage coordination across disciplines, and contribute to projects from concept through documentation and construction. A strong portfolio in aviation and sustainability is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture.
• 6+ years of experience, aviation project experience preferred.
• Must be passionate about Aviation projects.
• Must have an open and collaborative approach to problem solving and a willingness to listen and learn from others.
• Experience with Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu, SketchUp, 3ds Max, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator), and MS Office.
• Must have a working fluency in Revit, including detailing and documentation.
• Working on large teams with multiple models/workflows.
• Working knowledge of local building codes, standards, building construction, and building structures.
• Experience working on large project teams, interest in alternative delivery methods.
• Ability to own the entirety of an issue from concept to completion.
• Demonstrated commitment to sustainability with LEED/Well/Net Zero focus.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively on large progressive design-build aviation teams.
• Manage client, team and project coordination, including full documentation coordination with structural, MEP, lighting, AV, civil consultants etc.
• Support communication between project team, clients, vendors, contractors, consultants, and building and permitting officials.
• Coordinate with Project Leads to supervise design and technical delivery.
• Work with project management to execute plans for all segments within large projects.
• Operate independently on a wide range of large, complex projects.
• Provide technical direction to less experienced team members.
• Maintain project manual and specifications.
• Conduct site visits, submittals, substitutions, and RFIs during construction.

Skills

Aviation focus

Open collaboration

Problem solving

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Bluebeam Revu

SketchUp

3ds Max

Adobe Photoshop

InDesign

Illustrator

MS Office

Job description

Description

At Gensler, we design for people. We leverage our global perspective and local presence to innovate at every scale. We’re not just designers. We’re tinkerers, craftspeople, visionaries, innovators and thought leaders. Fueled by passion and entrepreneurial spirit, our people bring new ideas to solve challenging problems. Whether you’re into sketching new ideas, hacking a building or growing client relationships in global markets, there’s something here for everyone.

At Gensler, we design for people. We leverage our global perspective and local presence to innovate at every scale. We’re not just designers. We’re tinkerers, craftspeople, visionaries, innovators and thought leaders. Fueled by passion and entrepreneurial spirit, our people bring new ideas to solve challenging problems. Whether you’re into sketching new ideas, hacking a building or growing client relationships in global markets, there’s something here for everyone.

Your Role

Gensler's San Francisco and Seattle offices are seeking a Technical Designer with a passion for Aviation to join our Cities Studio. As a Gensler Technical Designer, your job is to combine creativity and technical knowledge with business skills and understanding to produce functionally beautiful spaces for clients. As part of our team at Gensler you will be a part of a team that creates impactfuland memorable experiences that will be remembered for a lifetime. Your successful track record on these architectural projects and ability to problem solve both individually and part of a team makes Gensler a perfect place to cultivate your career.

What You Will Do

• Work collaboratively on large progressive design-build aviation teams
• Manage client, team and project coordination, including full documentation coordination with structural, MEP, lighting, AV, civil consultants etc
• Support communication between project team, clients, vendors, contractors, consultants, and building and permitting officials
• Responsible for coordination with Project Leads to directly supervise the teams’ design and technical delivery
• Work closely with project management to execute plans for all segments within large and complex projects
• Ability to work independently on a wide range of large, complex and/or highly specialized projects
• Demonstrates and shares expertise over advanced techniques, concepts, and methods related to technical design
• Works on critical projects with firmwide impact
• Possesses advanced analytical skills in addition to unique aviation knowledge and expertise
• Creates networks and may serve as external spokesperson in the aviation practice area
• Leads interaction with clients
• Acts independently and receives oversight from managerial staff in the form of broad objectives
• Regularly exercises creativity and makes independent decisions
• Provides technical direction to less experienced team members
• Provide technical guidance and innovative solutions to resolve complex technical and design challenges
• Maintain project manual and specifications
• Conduct and document site visits, process submittals, substitution requests, and RFI’s during construction

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture
• 6+ years of experience,aviationproject experience preferred
• Must be passionate about Aviation projects
• Must have an open and collaborative approach to problem solving and a willingness to listen and learn from others
• Experience with Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu, SketchUp, 3dMax, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator), and MS Office
• Must have a working fluency in Revit, including detailing and documentation
• Working on large teams with multiple models/workflows
• Working knowledge of local building codes, standards, building construction, and building structures
• Experience working on large project teams, interest in alternative delivery methods
• Ability to own the entirety of an issue from concept to completion.
• Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices required. -Portfolios should include at least1 project with this particular focus, and candidates should be prepared to talk to this in their interview, especially built projects with LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL Building Standard, Fitwell and /or Net Zero Building certification.

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.

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Pay and Benefits

• Bay Area: The base salary will be estimated between $85,000 - $105,000, plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience.
• Seattle: The base salary will be estimated between $80,000 - $95,000, plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience.