Gensler
Designs and delivers innovative architectural, planning, and consulting solutions across sectors.
Project Architect - Senior
Senior architect leading design, documentation, and project coordination.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The Minneapolis office is seeking a Project Architect who will collaborate with Practice Area Leaders and Design Directors to develop design solutions and guide projects through construction documentation. The role requires translating architects' sketches into detailed 2D/3D models and images while researching artistic and technical issues as needed, and fostering a collaborative, mentoring environment. Key responsibilities include leading design phases from programming and conceptual design through documentation, coordinating with consultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies, and managing construction administration and submittal reviews. The architect will also support office initiatives, learning programs, and team communication. • Collaborate on design projects across practice areas, from programming and conceptual design through documentation. • Develop detailed 2D/3D models and renderings using SketchUp, 3ds Max, Revit, and Adobe Creative Suite. • Coordinate with structural, MEP, lighting, AV, acoustical, accessibility, and building‑envelope consultants. • Resolve complex technical and design issues while managing client expectations and team communication. • Conduct construction administration, review submittals, and select finishes for projects. • Perform zoning and code analysis across multiple jurisdictions. • Mentor junior staff and contribute to office initiatives and learning programs. • Provide professional development support including license renewal reimbursement, tuition assistance, and internal training programs.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸3d modeling
- ▸revit modeling
- ▸consultant coordination
- ▸construction admin
- ▸code analysis
- ▸staff mentoring
What You Bring
Candidates must hold an accredited Bachelor of Architecture, be licensed, and possess at least eight years of architectural design experience, preferably in workplace, city, and community projects. Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and relationship management skills are essential, along with an understanding of sustainable and universal design concepts. • Hold an accredited B.Arch degree and professional licensure with 8+ years of architectural design experience. • Prefer experience in workplace, city, and community projects and sustainable design certifications such as LEED, WELL, or Net Zero. • Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Rhino, Enscape, V‑Ray, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office.
Requirements
- ▸b.arch
- ▸license
- ▸8+ years
- ▸revit
- ▸autocad
- ▸leed
Benefits
Gensler offers a base salary estimated between $82,000 and $100,000 plus bonuses, comprehensive health, dental, vision, disability, and wellness benefits, paid holidays and time off, 401(k) with profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice‑annual bonus opportunities. The firm also reimburses professional license fees, tuition for eligible programs, and provides extensive professional development resources. The company culture promotes a vibrant workplace with curated art exhibits, internal design competitions, hackathons, and well‑being programs, encouraging a healthy work‑life balance. Gensler’s mission is to create a better world through the power of design, reimagining cities and places that positively impact people’s lives. • Base salary $82‑100k plus performance bonuses, 401(k) with profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and comprehensive health, dental, vision, disability, and wellness benefits.
Work Environment
Office Full-Time