What are the responsibilities and job description for the Design Manager - Government & Defense position at Gensler?
Your Role
Gensler DC's Government practice is growing, and we are looking for a Design Manager to join our team. We provide a wide range of services to our public sector clients (Federal, State and Local government) - from programming and strategic planning to design and implementation of spaces. Learn more about Gensler's Government and Defense Practice.
As a Design Manager you will leverage your attention to detail and interpersonal skills to deliver exceptional client projects on time and on budget. You will support primarily workplace interiors projects and some base building projects. Your work ethic, combined with your commitment to collaboration and mentoring, makes Gensler the perfect place to nurture your career.
What You Will Do
- Manage all phases of architecture and interior architecture projects, from project set-up through design and construction administration
- Manage client relationships and team/project coordination including consultants, contractors, fabricators and regulatory agencies
- Manage project scheduling, budgets, staffing, and project set-up with clients, sub-contractors, vendors and contractors
- Responsible for oversight and delivery of construction documents with design intent and high technical quality
- Prepare project proposals, schedules, manage staffing, and negotiate contracts and fees
- Conduct on-site observations and document site reviews
- Track and manage financial performance of project for success (e.g., work plan, schedule, fees, change orders, billings and collections)
- Ensure projects conform to contract
- Actively support firmwide sustainability and resilience goals, guiding clients and project teams toward multi-benefit sustainable and resilient design solution
- Champion Gensler's diversity and inclusion goals with respect to teammates, partners, and consultants
Your Qualifications
- Bachelor or Masters degree in Interior Design or Architecture from an accredited program
- 12 years of related experience, including demonstrated success with interior architecture for government agencies (federal, state, and local)
- Licensed as a Registered Architect or NCIDQ certified Interior Designer required
- LEED accreditation a plus
- Ability to lead teams, be the point of contact for client and contractor
- Strong technical background with full knowledge of architectural principles and practices, building codes, and standards
- Flexibility to focus on concurrent projects in various stages of development
- Ability tomaintainexisting client relationships and build new client relationships through successful project delivery
- Proficient with Revit, AutoCAD and Microsoft Office Suite
- 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
- Adobe Creative Suite and SketchUp knowledge a plus
- Must include resume and work samples to be considered. Applicants without samples will not qualify for consideration
*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 compensation range for this position in Washington, DC is estimated between $115K-$140K 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.
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.
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