Technical Designer (Job Captain)

Your Role

Gensler Los Angeles is currently seeking an experienced Technical Designer (Job Captain) with a successful track record and architectural background. In this position, you will collaborate with a team of designers and architects to produce technical documentation and communicate project progress to team members, ensuring our projects exceed client expectations.

What You Will Do

• Produce accurate technical and contract documentation for construction of projects

• Provide project team coordination for incorporating design intent into construction documentation

• Participate in construction administration, evaluate bids, conduct site visits, address technical issues and maintain quality control during construction

• Coordinate and Direct consultants, specification writersto meet overall project objectives

• Collaborate with Contractors, Fabricators and Regulatory Agencies /3rd party teams

• Utilize hand sketches and 3D software, and Revitto communicate design concepts

Your Qualifications

• 3-8years of related professional experience

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related field

• Experience in leading retail projects is a plus

• Knowledge of building codes, zoning, jurisdictional processes, building materials, specifications and construction techniques

• Knowledge of sustainable design strategies and experience on net zero projects is a plus

• Experience in construction document preparation and field observation

• Strong leadership, organizational, verbal and written communication, and relationship management skills

• Strong Revit skills (Level 4 or 5) required; and experience in AutoCad, Adobe CS, SketchUp, and other 3D modeling software a plus

• On the path to licensure preferred

Applications will not be considered without uploaded portfolio/work samples

**The base salary will be estimated between $80-95k 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.