Gensler
Design Manager - Senior
Gensler, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
At Gensler, we help companies innovate. We design spaces, services and environments for organizations seeking new ways to provide value for themselves by fostering healthier, more effective workplaces. We are searching for an experienced
Design Manager
with a successful track record of managing all phases of corporate interiors projects and leading multiple complex projects at the same time.
Your Role
A Design Manager at Gensler works with autonomy to be responsible for execution of a variety of project types and sizes and will lead all phases of projects. He or she will be involved in all phases of the project delivery and must have a working knowledge of this process with the ability to deliver the successful completion of a project. You will lead the relationships with the client, contractor, agencies, as well as engineering and specialty consultants. A Design Manager will work/interact with and mentor junior staff to encourage a high level of design and ensure client satisfaction through being the main point of contact for the client in all work produced.
What You Will Do
Act as lead design manager for a variety of project typesDemonstrated ability to generate new client relationships, lead projects and marketing opportunities with existing clients, and working closely with our Marketing department to lead business development reporting, lead generation, and proposal writingDrive the project delivery during all phases of the projectDevelop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and work plansPrepare and review proposals, contracts, and consultant agreementsReview internal project accounting documents and process draft project billingParticipate in firm marketing, proposal writing, and project interviewsManage mid-size to large project teams, assign and monitor completion of tasksMentor junior staffParticipate in the coordination and document preparation for projects and provide quality assurance via review of project documentationOther related duties as assignedYour Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree or higher in Interior Design or Architecture10-15 +
Years of Design Management experience in an Architecture firm, working on corporate interior projectsKnowledge and experience in all phases of interior design / architectural projectsAbility to provide excellent client service and assure project profitabilityDesire to mentor junior staffStrong programming and space planning skillsHigh level of design competence and expertise in FF&EKnowledge of state and local building codes including accessibilitySustainable design experience, with a preference for hands-on LEED project participation and accreditationComputer savvy with moderate or better skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and Project), and AutoCADRevit, SketchUp and Photoshop skills are a benefit
*The base salary will be estimated between $135,000 - $165,000 plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience
For consideration, please submit resume and work samples in PDF format.
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 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.
Design Manager
with a successful track record of managing all phases of corporate interiors projects and leading multiple complex projects at the same time.
Your Role
A Design Manager at Gensler works with autonomy to be responsible for execution of a variety of project types and sizes and will lead all phases of projects. He or she will be involved in all phases of the project delivery and must have a working knowledge of this process with the ability to deliver the successful completion of a project. You will lead the relationships with the client, contractor, agencies, as well as engineering and specialty consultants. A Design Manager will work/interact with and mentor junior staff to encourage a high level of design and ensure client satisfaction through being the main point of contact for the client in all work produced.
What You Will Do
Act as lead design manager for a variety of project typesDemonstrated ability to generate new client relationships, lead projects and marketing opportunities with existing clients, and working closely with our Marketing department to lead business development reporting, lead generation, and proposal writingDrive the project delivery during all phases of the projectDevelop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and work plansPrepare and review proposals, contracts, and consultant agreementsReview internal project accounting documents and process draft project billingParticipate in firm marketing, proposal writing, and project interviewsManage mid-size to large project teams, assign and monitor completion of tasksMentor junior staffParticipate in the coordination and document preparation for projects and provide quality assurance via review of project documentationOther related duties as assignedYour Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree or higher in Interior Design or Architecture10-15 +
Years of Design Management experience in an Architecture firm, working on corporate interior projectsKnowledge and experience in all phases of interior design / architectural projectsAbility to provide excellent client service and assure project profitabilityDesire to mentor junior staffStrong programming and space planning skillsHigh level of design competence and expertise in FF&EKnowledge of state and local building codes including accessibilitySustainable design experience, with a preference for hands-on LEED project participation and accreditationComputer savvy with moderate or better skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and Project), and AutoCADRevit, SketchUp and Photoshop skills are a benefit
*The base salary will be estimated between $135,000 - $165,000 plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience
For consideration, please submit resume and work samples in PDF format.
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 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.