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Gensler · 23 hours ago

Design Manager - Critical Facilities

Seattle, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$110K/yr - $135K/yr

8+ years exp

Gensler is a leading architectural firm seeking a multi-talented architect to join their Critical Facilities practice. The Design Manager will oversee the design and delivery of high-tech architectural projects, particularly focusing on data centers and other critical facilities, while managing project teams and client relationships.

ArchitectureCollaborative ConsumptionConsultingProduct DesignReal EstateSports

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Implement one or more client projects through the leadership of project teams; provide leadership to clients and teams by communicating project objectives, contract scope, terms, and schedule

Manage scheduling, budgets, staffing, and project set-up with clients, sub-contractors, vendors, and contractors

Prepare project proposals and negotiate contracts and fees; bid projects to multiple general contractors

Track and manage financial performance of projects for success (e.g., work plan, schedule, fees, change orders, billings, and collections)

Manage the full project lifecycle, including estimating, bidding, project kick-off, weekly coordination, punch list, turnover, opening, and project close-out

Collaborate with project team members on design solutions and documentation

Guide the project team in documentation and pricing through construction

Resolve complex technical and design issues to ensure project success

Manage project specifications to align with design intent and project requirements

Communicate with consultants and authorities having jurisdiction to coordinate approvals and compliance with regulations

Qualification

Critical Facilities experienceProject management softwareConstruction document preparationProfessional licenseCertificationBuilding codes knowledgeBuilding materials knowledgeFiscal responsibilityTechnical issue resolutionInterpersonal skillsAttention to detailNegotiation skillsTeam leadershipCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's or Masters degree in Architecture or related field

8+ years of related experience, managing projects and teams

Must have Critical Facilities experience; completed data center projects

Experience negotiating project scope, fees, managing project financial performance, and ensuring fiscal responsibility for projects

Knowledge of building materials, specifications and construction techniques specific to core and shell architecture is required

Strong knowledge of building codes, zoning, accessibility, and generally knowledgeable in jurisdictional processes is required

Extensive experience in construction document preparation, including detailing and field observation

Essential knowledge of engineering disciplines in coordinating highly technical infrastructure heavy projects

Preferred

Professional license or certification preferred

Experience with project management software, such as MS Project, a plus

Strong Revit, Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator), Microsoft Office experience desired. AutoCAD, Sketchup, Rhino, Enscape, VRay also beneficial

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability

Wellness programs

Flex spending

Paid holidays

Paid time off

401k

Profit sharing

Employee stock ownership

Twice annual bonus opportunities

Reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees

Tuition reimbursement for certain eligible programs or classes

Company

Gensler

Glassdoor3.9

Gensler is a collaborative design firm that has capabilities in design and architecture across 31 practices.

Founded in 1965

San Francisco, California, USA

5001-10000 employees

http://www.gensler.com

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