Design Director

5 days ago


Los Angeles, California, United States Gensler Full time
Job Title: Design Manager

As a Design Manager at Gensler, you will be responsible for leading and managing multiple design teams and various consultants responsible for the design and delivery of large-scale Sports projects. Your primary focus will be on managing day-to-day communications with our clients, leading and mentoring team members to produce an exceptional level of design quality and client satisfaction in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Act as lead Design Manager and drive the project delivery during all phases of the project
  • Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and work plans
  • Lead the relationships with the client, contractor, agencies, as well as engineering and specialty consultants
  • Prepare and review proposals, contracts, and consultant agreements
  • Review internal project accounting documents and process draft project billing
  • Participate in project marketing, proposal writing, and project interviews
  • Manage mid-size to large project teams, assign and monitor completion of tasks
  • Oversee the coordination and document preparation for the project and provide quality assurance via review of project documentation
Requirements:
  • 10-25 years of Project and Design Management experience in an Architecture firm
  • Bachelor's Degree or higher in Architecture
  • Licensed Architect preferred
  • Expertise or desire to actively build expertise in Sports venues and training facilities
  • Extensive experience in all phases of architectural projects, specifically large stadium/venues projects
  • Ability to provide excellent client service and assure project profitability
  • Desire to lead teams and to mentor junior staff
  • Strong programming and space planning skills
  • High level of design competence and expertise in mixed-use developments
  • High level of knowledge of state and local building codes, including accessibility
  • Sustainable design experience, with a preference for hands-on LEED project participation and accreditation
  • Computer savvy with moderate or better skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and Project), AutoCAD and/or Revit
What We Offer:
  • A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays and paid time off
  • A 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership and twice annual bonus opportunities
  • Reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees
  • Tuition reimbursement for certain eligible programs or classes

The base salary range for this position is estimated between $110,000 - $153,000 plus bonuses and benefits, contingent on relevant experience.


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