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.
Our depth of expertise spans disciplines—from aviation and transportation to education, hospitality, retail, technology and more. At our core we embody an entrepreneurial spirit, always looking ahead for new ways to innovate and add to our clients' success. We share the belief that design has the power to transform organizations and change lives; whether we’re refreshing a retailer’s brand, planning a new urban district or designing a super tall building.
Our work reflects an enduring commitment to sustainability, and we believe that a diversity of voices and cultures is one of the most powerful strategic tools for securing lasting competitive advantage.
As the world’s largest design firm, Gensler has a unique obligation and opportunity to focus on sustainability in the built environment. We deepened our commitment to combat the impact on climate change in the built environment when we launched Gensler Cities Climate Challenge (GC3) in 2019. This is our pledge to meet an ambitious goal: the elimination of all greenhouse gases from our work by 2030.
Your Role
As a Project Architect, you manage, organize and coordinate with design team members to complete architectural projects and be responsible for design development of projects from concept to construction documentation stages of work. You ensure that the production of design documents is in concert with the design intent and resolves complex technical/design issues. You will be an integral part of the design team, leading towards a cohesive and rational design solution which confirms the project brief, and is technically, legally and financially responsible.
You’re a fit for this role if you have experience in project’s conceptual design through execution, are proficient in Revit, and enjoy working with a team of architects/ designers that bring design dreams to life. This is a good role for someone who is technically proficient and enjoys working with a highly creative, collaborative team dedicated to innovative problem solving and design excellence.
What You Will Do
- Perform design assignments that include conceptual design, schematic design, design development & construction documents.
- Provides design support for completion and execution of design projects
- Lead and participate in project meetings and presentations; ensure client is adequately briefed on project progress.
- Solves complex design problems through schematic design and design development
- Develop space planning concepts and generate program documents
- Participate in selection of palettes & material presentations, and generate specifications for client presentations
- Research and recommend appropriate systems, materials and finishes
- Manage multiple aspects of client, team and project coordination, including full documentation coordination with consultants (structural, MEP, lighting, AV, acoustical, accessibility, building envelope, life safety, etc.)
- Support communication between project team, client, vendors, contractors, and consultants
- Guide the team to design in alignment with the local and national codes
- Guide skill development of junior designers
- Contribute to and reinforce the “team effort” method of producing design projects
- Take responsibility for implementing approved briefing approach
- Actively participate and contribute to the financial performance of project
- Establish and maintain ongoing, productive client relationships through successful project delivery
- Participation in business development effort
- Participate in exciting design and research projects and bring a new perspective to what we do for our clients
- Contribute to office activities, initiatives, and learning programs
Your Qualifications
- Australian Registered Architect.
- 6+ years minimum postgrad experience in Australia.
- Strong understanding of NCC/BCA and City of Sydney Planning Regulations.
- Advanced Revit user.
- Strong project management & control, and team leadership skills.
- Strong client presentation skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices.
- Aptitude for DFMAD (Designing For Manufacturing Assembly and Disassembly) highly desirable.
Your Design Technology Qualifications
Essential:
- Deep knowledge and experience in Autodesk Revit for design authoring, documentation, data extracts and project delivery.
- Experience in collaboration within the BIM context, including cloud-based markups, consultant coordination and clash detection.
- Deep understanding of Real-Time Visualization development within the context of BIM, specifically in the use of Escape/ other rendering mediums.
- Experience in creating FF&E schemes and developing them through detailed technical specification
Desirable:
- Working knowledge in the use of VR walkthroughs and panoramas for client presentations, consultant coordination and internal design review
Applications we work with:
- Design Authoring - Revit, Rhino, Autocad, Navisworks
- Collaboration - BIM360 • Computational Design - Grasshopper, Dynamo
- Building Performance Simulation - Insight, Sefaira, Diva, Ladybug tools
- Visualisation – Vray, Enscape, Twinmotion, 3DSMax ,Graphics & Productivity - Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, • Experiential – Unreal Engine, Unity ,Development – C#, Python
Life at Gensler
As a people-first organization, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From internal design competitions to research grants 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.
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.
