Technical Designer – Critical Facilities

Gensler; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

401k

Profit sharing

Employee stock ownership

Job summary

Gensler in Washington, DC is seeking a technically proficient architect to lead the emerging Critical Facilities practice. The role focuses on design delivery, coordination, and production of construction documents for data centers, laboratories, and high-tech facilities.

The candidate should have 5+ years of experience, knowledge of codes and construction techniques, and proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience, including at least 1 year on Critical Facilities projects
• Knowledge of building codes, zoning, and construction techniques
• Experience in construction document preparation and field observation
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) and 3D modeling tools

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver functional and beautiful spaces within the Critical Facilities Practice Area
• Provide project team coordination for finished plans, specifications, and material selections; ensure design intent is incorporated into the construction documentation
• Produce accurate technical and contract documentation for construction of project
• Participate in construction administration, evaluate bids, conduct site visits, address technical issues, and maintain quality control during construction
• Work with consultants, contractors, fabricators, specification writers, and regulatory agencies to meet overall project objectives
• Utilize 3D software renderings to communicate design concepts

Skills

Construction documentation

Team collaboration

3D visualization

Sustainability focus

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Description

Data is the latest, critical infrastructure. The creation, storage, sharing, usage, archiving, and deletion of data is integral to our existence in the modern world. In fact, the United Nations has deemed access to the internet as a basic human right. The impact to our built environment spans a wide array of project types and scale. Industry and government have designed sixteen critical sectors where data plays an elemental role in the development, communication, processing, and storage of our vast amounts of data. From command-and-control centers to hyperscale data center campuses and a range of project types in-between; Gensler’s Washington, DC Office is expanding our critical facilities services and is looking for technically proficient architect to lead this emerging practice area.

Description

Data is the latest, critical infrastructure. The creation, storage, sharing, usage, archiving, and deletion of data is integral to our existence in the modern world. In fact, the United Nations has deemed access to the internet as a basic human right. The impact to our built environment spans a wide array of project types and scale. Industry and government have designed sixteen critical sectors where data plays an elemental role in the development, communication, processing, and storage of our vast amounts of data. From command-and-control centers to hyperscale data center campuses and a range of project types in-between; Gensler’s Washington, DC Office is expanding our critical facilities services and is looking for technically proficient architect to lead this emerging practice area.

Your Role

As a Gensler Technical Designer, you will produce technical documentation and communicate project progress to team members to ensure success. You’re a fit for this role if you have experience/interest in construction documentation, are proficient in/have exposure to Revit, and enjoy working with a team of architects and interior designers that bring design dreams to life. This is a good role for someone who enjoys working with a highly creative, collaborative team dedicated to innovative problem solving and design excellence.

What You Will Do

• Design and deliver functional and beautiful spaces within the Critical Facilities Practice Area
• Provide project team coordination for finished plans, specification, and material selections; ensure design intent is incorporated into the construction documentation
• Produce accurate technical and contract documentation for construction of project
• Participate in construction administration, evaluate bids, conduct site visits, address technical issues, and maintain quality control during construction
• Work with consultants, contractors, fabricators, specification writers, and regulatory agencies to meet overall project objectives
• Utilize 3D software renderings to communicate design concepts

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture
• 5+ years of professional experience (inclusive of at least 1 year of Critical Facilities project experience)
• Knowledge of building codes, zoning, jurisdictional processes, building materials, specifications, and construction techniques is preferred
• Experience in construction document preparation and field observation is preferred
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
• Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp and other 3D modeling software
• Interest in, or experience with, design and delivery of laboratories, data center, R&D, command center, high-tech factory, and/or federal, state, and local government facility spaces
• Active pursuit of becoming a Registered/Licensed Architect (RA) in the U.S., NCARB preferred
• Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices; Portfolios should include at least one project (especially built projects with LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL Building Standard, Fitwel, and/or Net Zero Building certification) with this particular focus, which we look forward to discussing during the interview
• This is not a remote or hybrid role; we look forward to working with our new team member in our incredible Washington, D.C. office.
• The compensation range for this position in Washington, DC is estimated between $70K-$95K plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience.

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.

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