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# Architect - Critical Facilities - Senior

- **Company:** Gensler
- **Location:** New York, NY, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $125,000.0 - $150,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Autodesk 3DS Max (3D Graphics Software), AutoCAD, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Creative Cloud, Adobe InDesign, Autodesk Revit, Bioinformatics, Data Centers, Microsoft Office, SketchUp (3D Modeling Software), High Performance Computing, Bluebeam
- **Published:** July 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/87720825/1

## About the Role

* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture
 * 15 + years of experience in a commercial design firm
 * Experience with Critical Facilities (i.e. data centers, command and control centers, high-performance computing, etc.) or similarly complex projects required
 * Licensed or registered architect
 * Experience with Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu, SketchUp, 3dMax, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator), and MS Office.
 * Working knowledge of building codes, standards, building construction, and building structures
 * LEED accreditation preferred

## Description

At Gensler, we design for people. We leverage our global perspective and local presence to innovate at every scale. We're not just designers. We're tinkerers, craftspeople, visionaries, innovators and thought leaders. Fueled by passion and entrepreneurial spirit, our people bring new ideas to solve challenging problems. Whether you're into sketching new ideas, hacking a building or growing client relationships in global markets, there's something here for everyone.
Our depth of expertise spans disciplines-from aviation and transportation to education, health & wellness, hospitality, retail, technology and more. Whether we're refreshing a retailer's brand, planning a new urban district or designing a super tall building, we strive to make the everyday places people occupy more inspiring, more resilient and more impactful.
Your Role
As a Gensler Project Architect, it's your job to lead a team of architects and designers to deliver unparalleled architectural projects. Leverage your Technical experience and technical acumen to drive client projects from concept through build.
What You Will Do

 * Manage client, team and project coordination, including full documentation coordination with structural, MEP, lighting, AV, landscape and civil consultants
 * Ensure conformance with State and Local regulatory standards
 * Support communication between project team, clients, vendors, contractors, consultants, building and all authorities having jurisdiction
 * Provide technical guidance and innovative solutions to resolve complex technical and design challenges
 * Maintain project manual and specifications
 * Conduct and document site visits, process submittals, substitution requests, and RFI's during construction
 * Ensuring the highest quality and technical aspects of Gensler's Design, Gensler celebrates diversity and our commitment to creating an inclusive environment for our colleagues. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer of choice. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. We also consider qualified
applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

You may view our Pay Transparency Statement, your EEO rights under the law, and EEO is the law supplemental information on our website. Gensler shares the right to work and participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law.


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