Technical Designer - Lifestyle - Atlanta

Gensler; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401k + profit sharing

Bonus opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Licensure reimbursement

Job summary

Gensler in Atlanta is seeking a Technical Designer to contribute to complex Hospitality, Mixed Use, Residential, and Workplace projects in the region. You will blend design excellence, technical rigor, and strategic thinking to deliver functional, experiential architecture.

You will work in a collaborative, client-focused culture emphasizing resilience, social purpose, and lifelong learning, with opportunities for licensure support and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture required.
• 3–6 years of relevant experience in commercial design.
• Knowledge of building codes, zoning, and construction techniques.
• Experience across schematic to construction administration phases.
• Strong proficiency with Revit.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Architects and Interior Designers to realize design concepts.
• Produce technical documentation and track progress with the team.
• Develop drawings, details, and diagrams in Revit and other tools.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

SketchUp

Enscape

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

General Information

Posting Date

10-07-2026

Time Type

Full-Time

Job ID

9179

Areas of Expertise

Hospitality

Job Category

Architecture

Critical Facilities, Office Developers, Residential, Retail & Consumer Experience

Locations

Atlanta, GA, US

Description

Your Role

As a Technical Designer with Gensler's team in Atlanta you will contribute to the design and delivery 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 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.

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirming 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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