Project Architect - Senior
About this role
Your Role Â
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As a Senior Project Architect at Gensler, you will play a key role within our wide range of practice areas in our Columbus office. You’ll collaborate closely with Practice Area Leaders, Design Directors, and multidisciplinary teams to develop thoughtful design solutions and carry projects through the construction documentation process.Â
This role offers the opportunity to work at a leading architectural firm in a growing market, collaborating with engaged and passionate project architects on impactful, complex projects. You will translate design concepts into clear, well‑coordinated 2D and 3D documentation, resolve technical challenges as they arise, and contribute to the successful delivery of mission‑critical environments.Â
Your strong work ethic, collaborative mindset, and commitment to mentoring others will support both project success and continued professional growth within the firm
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What You Will Do Â
Collaborate across all phases of design including programming, conceptual design, schematic design, design development, and construction documentationÂ
Coordinate closely with consultants, contractors, fabricators, specification writers, and regulatory agencies to meet overall project goalsÂ
Lead documentation coordination with structural, MEP, lighting, AV, acoustical, accessibility, building envelope, life safety, and other specialty consultantsÂ
Assist in resolving complex technical and design issues throughout the project lifecycleÂ
Support management of client expectations, internal team communication, and consultant coordinationÂ
Provide project team leadership to deliver complete, accurate construction drawings, specifications, and material selectionsÂ
Participate in construction administration, including submittal reviews, RFIs, and finish samplesÂ
Contribute to office initiatives, professional development efforts, and mentoring of junior staffÂ
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Your Qualifications Â
Bachelor's degree Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from a professionally accredited programÂ
Professional Licensure required  Â
10+ years of professional experience in architectural design and project deliveryÂ
Strong experience managing multiple aspects of client, team, and project coordination, including full consultant coordinationÂ
Experience working directly with contractors during documentation and constructionÂ
Demonstrated ability to resolve complex technical and design challengesÂ
Experience with zoning and code analysis across multiple jurisdictionsÂ
Deep understanding of building construction methods and the ability to produce clear, accurate technical documentationÂ
Familiarity with sustainable and universal design principles; experience with LEED, WELL, Fitwel, Living Building Challenge, or Net Zero projects preferredÂ
Proficiency in Revit and Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator); experience with AutoCAD, SketchUp, Rhino, Enscape, V‑Ray, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office is beneficialÂ
Strong leadership, organization, communication, and relationship‑management skillsÂ
*For consideration, you must submit a portfolio and your resume in PDF format.Â
To learn more about our compensation philosophy and full benefits offerings, please visit   Great People, Great Rewards | GenslerÂ
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Life at GenslerÂ
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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 401 (k), profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice-annual bonus opportunities.  Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets.Â
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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. Â
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