Technical Designer - Critical Facilities & Data Center

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

Job summary

Gensler in Washington, DC is expanding its Critical Facilities Practice and seeks a technically proficient architect to lead this emerging area. As a Technical Designer, you will produce technical documentation and report progress to the team, with experience in construction documentation and Revit.

Join a creative, collaborative group delivering laboratories, data centers and federal facilities. Requires 5+ years of professional experience, proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp and Adobe

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture is required or equivalent.
• Minimum 5+ years of professional experience, including at least 1 year in Critical Facilities.
• Knowledge of building codes, zoning, and construction techniques is preferred.
• Experience with construction documentation and field observation is preferred.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop).
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp and other 3D modeling software.
• Interest/experience with laboratories, data centers, or federal/state facility spaces.
• Active pursuit of RA licensure in the U.S. (NCARB preferred).
• Portfolio should include LEED/Well/Net Zero related projects.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver functional and beautiful spaces within the Critical Facilities Practice Area.
• Coordinate finished plans, specifications, and material selections; ensure design intent in construction documents.
• Produce accurate technical and contract documentation for construction.
• Participate in construction administration, evaluate bids, conduct site visits, and maintain QC during construction.
• Work with consultants, contractors, fabricators, specification writers, and regulators to meet objectives.
• Utilize 3D software renderings to communicate design concepts.

Skills

Team collaboration

Detail oriented

Construction documentation

3D rendering communication

Sustainability focus

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

5+ years professional experience incl. 1+ year in Critical Facilities

Pursuit of RA licensure in US (NCARB preferred)

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Gensler in Washington, DC is expanding its Critical Facilities Practice and seeks a technically proficient architect to lead this emerging area. As a Technical Designer, you will produce technical documentation and report progress to the team, with experience in construction documentation and Revit.

Join a creative, collaborative group delivering laboratories, data centers and federal facilities. Requires 5+ years of professional experience, proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp and Adobe