Your Role  

Gensler San Diego  is looking for a talented, technically focused Technical Designer seeking an opportunity to take their career to the next step and grow within our firm. At Gensler, we are one community, united by our commitment to holistically improve the human experience. Guided by determined optimism, we can use the power of design to spark positive change and create a future that promotes equity, resilience, and wellbeing for everyone. 

As a Technical Designer - Mid Level in our San Diego office, your job is to combine creativity and technical knowledge with business skills and understanding to produce functionally beautiful spaces for clients. It’s your job to collaborate with a team of architects and designers to deliver unparalleled architectural projects.  With you as part of the design team, architecture has never been so engaging.  You will leverage your technical acumen and Revit skills to drive client projects from concept through build in a collaborative team.  

What You Will Do 

Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to deliver informed project solutions based on market expertise and an understanding of client goals 

Documentation coordination with consultants (structural, MEP, lighting, AV, acoustical, accessibility, building envelope, life safety, etc.) 

Coordinate with the 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 

Utilize hand and 3D software renderings to communicate design concepts 

Responsible for delivery of documents with design intent and top-notch technical quality 

Process submittals/substitution requests during construction and address RFIs 

Interface with building and permitting officials during the permitting and construction phases of the project 

Actively participate and contribute to the financial performance of project 

Review and contribute to proposals and contracts with the Design Manager 

Establish and maintain ongoing, productive client relationships 

Your Qualifications 

Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Architecture from an accredited program 

4+ years of post-graduation related experience as a Technical Designer, or Architect 

Highly proficient with Revit 

Working knowledge of building codes, standards and building structures 

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 

Experience in construction document preparation and field observation 

Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop) 

Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp and other 3D modeling software 

State licensure or LEED accreditation (or in process) a plus 

Must include resume and work samples to be considered.

Applicants without samples will not qualify for consideration. 

**The base salary will be estimated between $70,000 - $80,000 plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience. 
 

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.