At Gensler Newport Beach, 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 projects at the same time.

Your Role

Responsible for managing commercial interiors projects. 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. You 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. 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 types

Participate during all phases of project delivery

Develop project schedules, budgets, and work plans

Interface with 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 firm marketing, proposal writing, and project interviews

Manage project teams, assign and monitor completion of tasks

Mentor junior staff

Participate in the coordination and document preparation for projects and provide quality assurance via review of project documentation

Other related duties as assigned
 

Your Qualifications

10+ Years of Design Management experience working on corporate interior projects

Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Interior Design or Architecture

Knowledge and experience in all phases of interior design / architectural projects

Ability to provide excellent client service and assure project profitability

Understanding of Commercial Real Estate process as it relates to commercial interior projects

Desire to mentor junior staff

Strong programming and space planning skills

High level of design competence and expertise in FF&E

Knowledge of state and local building codes including accessibility

Computer savvy with moderate or better skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and Project), and AutoCAD.

Revit, SketchUp and Photoshop skills are a benefit
 

**Compensation is based upon experience and estimated range is $105,000 – $125,000 annually + bonuses + benefits 
 

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