Your Role 

Gensler is organized around a highly collaborative studio leadership model, and at its core are values, culture, and working style. As a Gensler Studio Director, you are a client, business, people and project leader. You support the development of Gensler’s practice areas, and leverage a diverse portfolio of projects and business acumen to capture high-profile clients and projects. This role is for a leader who loves the business of design and gets excited about managing diverse design projects and extremely talented creatives. 

What You Will Do 
 

Leadership & Culture 

Enable the team to reach their individual potential and maintain a positive team environment 

Manage your team with an “open door policy” 

Build staff capabilities through programs that improve individual design skills, technical skills, communication and project management 

Provide a creative, innovative and nurturing environment in your studio by developing an effective coaching/mentoring program 

Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills 

Work closely with your staff to ensure an outstanding team experience 

Oversee hiring, employee work performance, learning, professional development, bonus review, appointment input and evaluation 

Client Development/Market Positioning 

Market and develop new business on a consistent basis 

Place a strong emphasis on marketing Gensler in an effort to win new projects and increase Gensler’s visibility 

Ensure prompt and timely response to all proposal requests 

Work closely with our marketing team to ensure business development reporting, lead generation, fee development, project marketing and proposal writing 

Projects 

Responsible for both managing projects and client satisfaction by focusing on the project process, service/delivery, work environment, project documentation, and building clients’ trust and loyalty in Gensler 

Grow business for base building and interiors projects within, but not limited to the following practice areas: Sciences, Education, Workplace, Commercial Office Buildings, Mixed use, Government & Defense, Residential, and Master Planning 

Management 

Monitor budgets and profitability targets for your studio 

Oversee billing and fee management to ensure all financial activities are consistent with Gensler policies and procedures 

Responsible for accounts receivable, discretionary expenses, expense report approvals and productivity projections 

Represent the interests of the studio to ensure issues are addressed and resolved expeditiously 

Monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of the studio relating to all staff, business and financial operations 

General 

Work closely with Project Managers, Finance Director, Human Resources Director and Office Directors 

Demonstrate dignity, respect, and professional attitude 

Build and improve external firm image by active participation in appropriate organizations (AIA, NOMA, NCIDQ, etc.) and maintain contact with current and potential clients 

Participate in office meetings - collaborate with other Studio Directors, Office Management and staff 

Develop a strategy for Best Practice integration, client satisfaction, and cross studio integration 

Focus on global relationship building, recruiting and service integration 

Your Qualifications  

Project experience with base building architecture, master planning, and/or interiors 

Proven leadership and business development skills 

Registered architect or certified interior designer preferred 

A minimum of 15 years of experience in the architecture and design field 

Experience in guiding the operations of a studio; both in the mentorship and development of staff, as well fiscal oversight 

Strong client relationships are preferred 

High level of drive and collaborative spirit to help grow a dynamic studio with engaged team members 

Able to travel to other Gensler offices or client project locations as needed 

Excellent references and personal portfolio of work 

**Compensation is based upon experience and estimated range is $150,000 – $175,000 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