Gensler
Designer – Interiors – Senior
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Role Overview Gensler is seeking an experienced Designer to join our San Francisco office. We are looking for a leader who excels in managing people, driving creativity, and shaping strategic direction. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong conceptual thinking and the ability to transform interior architecture into exceptional design solutions, while integrating sound business strategies to create effective, inspiring spaces.
What You Will Do
Lead interior design assignments that include conceptual design, schematic design, design development & construction documents
Provide strategically minded design support for completion and execution of design projects
Develop space planning concepts and generate program documents
Participate in, and lead editing of, selection of FF&E color palettes & material presentations, and generate specifications that adhere to our Resilience Goals
Leverage oneself beyond project-based focus to address greater office and regional issues
Continually improve the quality of our work, the manner in which we deliver it and the process we employ to attain it
Build, nurture, and foster new relationships with a broad client base
Work closely with Design Directors and Regional Design Directors across the firm to promote an inter-disciplinary design approach and philosophy and facilitate its advancement in respective offices and across the firm
Be an integral part in the growth and success of the workplace Practice Area and collaborate with practice area leaders and colleagues to enhance Gensler’s culture for design excellence, elevate the quality of design, and achieve recognition for clients and the firm
Effectively communicate and implement the key strategic initiatives and become an influential “Voice” of design in our market and with our clients
Build and sustain client relationships; act as the primary design interface with clients, team members, and a wide range of consultants and collaborators both internal and external
Mentor and develop Gensler designers; provide creative direction to design teams and instill a perspective of Diversity, Inclusion and Universal Design in our work and thinking.
Your Qualifications
10+ years minimum of relevant design experience in corporate workplace interiors as an interior designer
Bachelors’ or Master’s Degree in Interior Design or Architecture
NCIDQ Certification preferred but not required
Knowledge in sustainable and universal design concepts. LEED accreditation preferred but not required
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-management skills
Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, and 3D visualization tools
Skilled in conceptual thinking, experiential design, and storytelling in space
Expert Knowledge of FF&E, color & materials
Expert Knowledge of furniture systems and specifications
Proficient in Creative Adobe Suite applications
Outstanding graphic presentation skills
Flexibility to focus on a single client with a variety of project types or multiple projects in various stages of development
Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices required. Portfolios should include at least 1 project with this particular focus, and candidates should be prepared to talk to this in their interview, especially built projects with LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL Building Standard, Fitwel and /or Net Zero Building certification
To be considered for this opportunity, you must upload a sample design portfolio to the attachments section of your application.
The base salary will be estimated between $119,000 - $145,000 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 and hackathons, to “Well-being Week,” our offices reflect our teams’ diverse interests. We encourage our employees 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.
Seniority Level Not Applicable
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Project Management, Art/Creative, and Design
Industries Architecture and Planning and Design Services
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Designer – Interiors – Senior
role at
Gensler .
Role Overview Gensler is seeking an experienced Designer to join our San Francisco office. We are looking for a leader who excels in managing people, driving creativity, and shaping strategic direction. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong conceptual thinking and the ability to transform interior architecture into exceptional design solutions, while integrating sound business strategies to create effective, inspiring spaces.
What You Will Do
Lead interior design assignments that include conceptual design, schematic design, design development & construction documents
Provide strategically minded design support for completion and execution of design projects
Develop space planning concepts and generate program documents
Participate in, and lead editing of, selection of FF&E color palettes & material presentations, and generate specifications that adhere to our Resilience Goals
Leverage oneself beyond project-based focus to address greater office and regional issues
Continually improve the quality of our work, the manner in which we deliver it and the process we employ to attain it
Build, nurture, and foster new relationships with a broad client base
Work closely with Design Directors and Regional Design Directors across the firm to promote an inter-disciplinary design approach and philosophy and facilitate its advancement in respective offices and across the firm
Be an integral part in the growth and success of the workplace Practice Area and collaborate with practice area leaders and colleagues to enhance Gensler’s culture for design excellence, elevate the quality of design, and achieve recognition for clients and the firm
Effectively communicate and implement the key strategic initiatives and become an influential “Voice” of design in our market and with our clients
Build and sustain client relationships; act as the primary design interface with clients, team members, and a wide range of consultants and collaborators both internal and external
Mentor and develop Gensler designers; provide creative direction to design teams and instill a perspective of Diversity, Inclusion and Universal Design in our work and thinking.
Your Qualifications
10+ years minimum of relevant design experience in corporate workplace interiors as an interior designer
Bachelors’ or Master’s Degree in Interior Design or Architecture
NCIDQ Certification preferred but not required
Knowledge in sustainable and universal design concepts. LEED accreditation preferred but not required
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-management skills
Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, and 3D visualization tools
Skilled in conceptual thinking, experiential design, and storytelling in space
Expert Knowledge of FF&E, color & materials
Expert Knowledge of furniture systems and specifications
Proficient in Creative Adobe Suite applications
Outstanding graphic presentation skills
Flexibility to focus on a single client with a variety of project types or multiple projects in various stages of development
Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices required. Portfolios should include at least 1 project with this particular focus, and candidates should be prepared to talk to this in their interview, especially built projects with LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL Building Standard, Fitwel and /or Net Zero Building certification
To be considered for this opportunity, you must upload a sample design portfolio to the attachments section of your application.
The base salary will be estimated between $119,000 - $145,000 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 and hackathons, to “Well-being Week,” our offices reflect our teams’ diverse interests. We encourage our employees 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.
Seniority Level Not Applicable
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Project Management, Art/Creative, and Design
Industries Architecture and Planning and Design Services
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Gensler by 2x.
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