Technical Designer

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

Our Critical Facilities practice area is unique, having the ability to draw expertise from and collaborate with all of Gensler’s practice areas to serve clients based on the client’s history. For example, building teams of experts in Gensler’s Critical Facilities and Health and Wellness Practices to deliver data centers for healthcare providers. Beyond data centers, our critical facilities team delivers projects for high-performance/research/supercomputing, command and control centers, SCIFs, distribution and logistics, high-tech manufacturing, and various other technology-rich project types.

As a Gensler Technical Designer, you will collaborate with our design team to develop innovative design solutions as well as coordinate the design through the construction documentation phase of a project. You will be successful because you already know how to translate an architect's sketches and documents into realized 2D/3D models and images, and can research artistic and/or technical issues when they arise. You will leverage your technical acumen and Revit skills to drive client projects from concept through build in a collaborative team. Your role is critical in the design and delivery of world-class Data Centers and other Critical Facilities projects. 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

Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to deliver informed project solutions based on market expertise and an understanding of client goals

Documentation coordination with consultants (structural, MEP, lighting, AV, acoustical, accessibility, building envelope, life safety, etc.)

Coordinate with the project team, client, vendors, contractors, and consultants

Resolve complex technical and design issues with team to produce innovative, technical, constructible solutions

Direct production of technical and design intent drawings, specifications and construction administration tasks

Accountable for ensuring the delivery of documents with design intent and exhibit exceptional technical quality.

Process submittals/substitution requests during construction and address RFIs

Interface with building and permitting officials during the permitting and construction phases of the project

Actively participate and contribute to the financial performance of project

Review and contribute to future project proposals (RFP's) and proposed project contract documentation with the Design Manager

Establish and maintain ongoing, productive client relationships

Your Qualifications

Required:

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, or equivalent

3-8 years of related project experience

Must have experience or interest in Critical Facilities; completed/participated in data center projects

Strong proficiency with Revit experience desired, BIM360, Enscape, AutoCAD also beneficial.

Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and/or SketchUp

Knowledge of materials, construction techniques, and building codes

State licensure and LEED accreditation a plus

Knowledge of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and parametric design software, including Grasshopper, a plus

Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices required. Portfolios should include at least 1 project with this particular focus, and candidates should be prepared to talk to this in their interview, especially built projects with LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL Building Standard , Fitwell and /or Net Zero Building certification

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:

Ability to quickly understand project requirements and achieve high expectations set out by project teams for delivering international projects

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 - AdobeCreative Suite, Microsoft Office Suite

Life at Gensler

Gensler Asia-Pacific and Middle East is committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion through our Five Strategies. In partnership with our clients, we strive to create a just and equitable future for our communities and our colleagues. We celebrate our diversity and are focused on creating an inclusive workplace environment for all.

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. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability and wellness programs. We also offer profit sharing and twice annual bonus opportunities. 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.