Project Architect

Gensler

Last Updated: 11/3/2025 2:37:10 AM

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Current Days Open
108
Reqs Seen
3
Current Min Salary
$75,000.00 (Yearly)
Current Max Salary
$119,000.00 (Yearly)
Historical Time to Fill
59.3
First Seen
7/19/2025
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$75,000.00 (Yearly)
11/3/2025
Highest Max Salary Seen
$119,000.00 (Yearly)
11/3/2025

Full Job Description

Your Role Gensler DCs Workplace studio is growing, and we are looking for a Project Architect to join our team.We provide a wide range of services to our public sector and local government clients from programming and strategic planning to design and implementation of spaces.As a Project Architect in the Workplace Studio, its your job to lead a team of architects and designers to deliver unparalleled federal base building projects. Leverage your industry experience and technical acumen to drive client projects from concept through build. What You Will Do 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.) Manage communication between project team, client, vendors, contractors, and consultants Resolve complex technical and design issues with team to produce innovative, technical, constructible solutions Direct production of drawings,specifications,and construction administration tasks Responsible for oversight and delivery of documents with design intent and top-notch technical quality Maintain and oversee the project manual and specifications Conduct on-site observations and document site reviews Process submittals/substitution requests during construction and address RFI Interface with building andpermittingofficials during the permitting and construction phases of the project Activelyparticipateand contribute to the financial performance of project Review and contribute to proposals and contracts with the Design Manager Ensure projects conform to contract Actively lead teams and mentor junior professionals for the successful delivery of projects Manage client expectations, team communication and oversight of consultant coordination Contribute to office activities, initiatives and learning programs Establish andmaintainongoing, productive client relationships Your Qualifications Bachelors or Masters degree in Architecture from an accredited school 7-12 yearsof project experience in an architectural practice, including demonstrated success with base building and federal projects experience Licensed or registered architect Highly proficient with Revit Experience with AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu, SketchUp, 3dMax, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator), and MS Office Working knowledge of building codes, standards, building construction, and building structures Experience with the entire project lifecycle and design process through post-occupancy Flexibility to focus on concurrent projects in various stages of development A quick learner with an ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment Collaborative and team-conscious Must have the ability to maintain existing client relationships and build new client relationships through successful project delivery LEED accreditation preferred Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices; Portfolios should include at least one project (especially built projects with LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL Building Standard, Fitwel, and/or Net Zero Building certification) with this particular focus, which we look forward to discussing during the interview This is not a remote or hybrid position. The successful candidate will be expected to live in or relocate to the Washington DC area upon acceptance. **The base salary range is estimated to be between $75K-$119K plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience. Please visit this section of our website to learn more about our approach to compensation: Great People, Great Rewards | Gensler 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 peoples 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 firms 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. #LI-NF1 #LI-Onsite At Gensler, the value of our work stems from its positive impact on the human experience. We are a dynamic and collaborative design firm uniting creativity, research, and innovation to solve complex problems for our clients. Our work challenges conventional ideas about architecture and the built environment. We arent just designing buildingswe are reimagining cities and places that make a difference in peoples lives. Founded in 1965, Gensler has built a team of 6,000 professionals who partner with clients in over 100 countries each year. Everything we do is guided by our mission: to create a better world through the power of design. NOTICE TO APPLICANTS We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer of choice. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. See also Know your rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal, right to work and E-verify program, as required by law. Gensler endeavors to make gensler.com/careers accessible to all applicants. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us. Regarding Genslers approach to recruiting new talent, we will never ask an applicant for sensitive or personal financial information during the recruitment process. We advise all applicants seeking employment with Gensler to review available information on recruitment fraud. Anyone who suspects that they have been contacted by someone falsely representing Gensler should email info@gensler.com.

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