Architect

Your role

As an Architect with Gensler’s team in Atlanta you will support the design and delivery of some of the most complex and impactful Hospitality, Mixed Use, Residential, Critical Facilities, Retail and Workplace projects in the region. You will bring together design excellence, technical rigor, and strategic thinking to deliver architecture that is both deeply functional and experientially rich. You will work within a highly collaborative, client-focused culture that values design quality, resilience, and social purpose.

What You Will Do

Take on greater independence in managing coordination, technical documentation, and consultant communication
Contribute to design leadership, oversee portions of project delivery, and mentor less experienced teammates
Lead coordination between the project team and consultants
Develop and manage technical documentation ensuring accuracy and alignment with design intent
Support project managers with scheduling, deliverables, and milestone planning
Resolve technical and design challenges; propose innovative yet constructible solutions
Oversee sections of specifications and contribute to project manual development
Conduct site visits; lead submittal review, RFI responses, and construction documentation
Mentor emerging designers and provide technical guidance.
Communicate effectively with clients, vendors, contractors, and permitting officials

Your Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited program
Registered / Licensed Architect (if you are nearly licensed, feel free to contact [email protected] to determine whether there is another role that is suitable for your background)
6–10 years of relevant experience within a commercial design firm
Strong proficiency with Revit
Experience with Bluebeam, SketchUp, and the Adobe Suite is preferred
Strong understanding of building codes, standards, and systems
Excellent organization skills and ability to communicate technical details verbally and in writing
Passion for design excellence and continuous learning
Demonstrated commitment to resilience and sustainable building practices; ideally portfolios will 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

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.

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