Technical Designer - Workplace Interiors - Mid Level

Gensler; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 73,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability

Wellness programs

Flex spending

Paid holidays

Paid time off

401k

Profit sharing

Employee stock ownership

Twice annual bonus opportunities

Job summary

Gensler is seeking a Technical Designer to blend creativity with technical delivery for workplace interiors. You will drive project delivery, collaborate with office and regional leaders, and contribute to delivery strategies that produce functional, beautiful spaces.

You will participate in design concepts, FF&E selections, finish plans, and budgeting, while embracing new technologies like AR/VR and computational design to enhance outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited program.
• 6–10 years of diverse interiors experience with an emphasis on workplace interiors.
• Knowledge of the design process, from schematic design through construction administration.
• Experience contributing during all phases of the design process.
• LEED, Fitwel or WELL accreditation is preferred.
• Strong communication and relationship management skills.
• Strong proficiency with Revit is required; understanding of SketchUp, InDesign, Enscape, Photoshop, and Miro.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the creative efforts of multiple interior architecture and interior design teams for workplace projects from the initial marketing stages through construction administration.
• In collaboration with a team, contribute to overall design concepts, storytelling and design presentation strategies.
• Participate in the selection and presentation of furniture, furniture systems, fabrics, equipment (FF&E), color palettes, and decorative lighting.
• Support generating concepts for finish plans, RCP, lighting plans, specifications, material selections, and millwork for the project.
• Be a fearless integrator and advocate for diverse points of view and expansive thinking.
• Understand and support Gensler’s resilience goals.
• Build and maintain client relationships; interface with clients, team members, and a wide range of consultants and collaborators, both internal and external.
• Creatively align solutions to budgets.
• Integrate new technology and tools on projects (AR, VR, computational design, etc.)

Skills

Communication

Relationship management

Design process knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

LEED accreditation

Tools

Revit

SketchUp

InDesign

Enscape

Photoshop

Miro

Job description

Your Role

As a Gensler Technical Designer, you will combine creativity and technical knowledge with a focus on project delivery and an understanding of how to produce functionally beautiful spaces for clients. You will drive the delivery of a project, collaborate with office and regional technical leaders, and develop delivery and process improvement strategies. Your work ethic and dedication to problem solving, combined with our commitment to collaboration and mentoring, makes Gensler the perfect place to further your career.

Description

As a Gensler Technical Designer, you will combine creativity and technical knowledge with a focus on project delivery and an understanding of how to produce functionally beautiful spaces for clients. You will drive the delivery of a project, collaborate with office and regional technical leaders, and develop delivery and process improvement strategies. Your work ethic and dedication to problem solving, combined with our commitment to collaboration and mentoring, makes Gensler the perfect place to further your career.

What You Will Do

• Participate in the creative efforts of multiple interior architecture and interior design teams for workplace (office) projects from the initial marketing stages through construction administration
• In collaboration with a team, contribute to overall design concepts, storytelling and design presentation strategies
• Participate in the selection and presentation of furniture, furniture systems, fabrics, equipment (FF&E), color palettes, and decorative lighting
• Support generating concepts for finish plans, RCP, lighting plans, specifications, material selections, and millwork for the project
• Be a fearless integrator and advocate for diverse points of view and expansive thinking
• Understand and support Gensler’s resilience goals
• Build and maintain client relationships; interface with clients, team members, and a wide range of consultants and collaborators, both internal and external
• Creatively align solutions to budgets
• Integrate new technology and tools on projects (AR, VR, computational design, etc.)

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited program
• 6-10 years of diverse interiors experience with an emphasis on workplace interiors
• Knowledge of the design process, from schematic design through construction administration
• Experience contributing during all phases of the design process
• LEED, Fitwell or WELL accreditation is preferred
• Strong communication and relationship management skills
• Strong proficiency with Revit is required; understanding of SketchUp, InDesign, Enscape, Photoshop, and Miro

Salary

• The estimated base salary range for this position is $73,000 - 85,000k, plus eligibility for bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package. Final compensation is contingent on location and relevant skills, qualifications and experience. To learn more about our compensation philosophy and full benefits offerings, please visit Great People, Great Rewards | Gensler.

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.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• disability
• wellness programs
• flex spending
• paid holidays
• paid time off
• 401k
• profit sharing
• employee stock ownership
• 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 Affiant 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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