Project Design Technology Lead - Large Scale

Your Role

We are seeking experienced design professionals with a passion for experimentation, innovation, and problem solving to join our Design Technology community. As a Project Design Technology Lead, the focus will be on leading BIM and other digital modeling adoption, implementation, and advancement on large-scale projects and within the office. The Project Design Technology Leader will partner with the Regional Design Technology Leaders to establish goals and strategic plans in support of office objectives.

We are seeking experienced design professionals with a passion for leadership, innovation, and problem solving to join a long-term, multi-office high-profile project delivery. As a Project Design Technology Lead, the focus will be on leading BIM and other digital modeling adoption, implementation, and management at a project level. In this role you will partner with the Project Leadership team to establish goals and strategic plans in support of project objectives. Candidates should have proven experience in leading design teams and external consultants, as well as managing the long-term commitment to executing high-profile project delivery.

What You Will Do

• Lead the implementation, management and execution of BIM/digital modeling pipeline on projects throughout all phases of the design process.

• Partner with Regional Design Technology Leaders to monitor and report on model metrics and other analytical data throughout the life of projects.

• Identify and resolve opportunities around model-management to optimize performance and user-experience.

• Establish, communicate, and interpret changes in best practices, protocols, and other related matters.

• Develop project-specific BIM execution plans derived from the Gensler standards framework set by the Global Design Technology leadership.

• Recognize the degree and complexity of a project and develop the right design technology strategy to optimize project performance as well as support and integrate a lean project delivery framework.

• Author / Develop design solutions to address project needs using various tools, scripting, and workflows.

• Develop and strengthen relationships with office and studio leaders by improving communication, transparency, and involvement throughout the duration of a project.

• Respond to general design technology support requests at the project level.

• Identify workflows, tools, and efficiencies that will bring value-proposition to our projects.

• Lead and coordinate project specific BIM training.

• Research and develop on a continuous basis, innovative methods based on extensive experience and an understanding of current trends / techniques related to design technology.

Your Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree or equivalent technical training or prior work experience in the building industry.

• 5+ years of experience in a project-specific BIM/digital design role of all phases of design and delivery.

• Expert knowledge of Autodesk Revit Architecture and Autodesk Construction Cloud.

• Experience leading on large-scale projects. Design Build experience is preferred.

• Solid knowledge of Navisworks and AutoCAD.

• Knowledge of Dynamo is preferred.

• Highly desired understanding of design applications such as Rhino, Grasshopper, Twinmotion, Sketchup, etc.

• Knowledge in using data visualization platforms such as Power BI is beneficial.

• Articulate communicator, able to convey design technology concepts to all levels of design and delivery leadership.

• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to listen and drive consensus through relationship building and ability to win the trust of teammates and project teams

• Ability to exercise judgment and discretion and to set priorities and manage competing demands.

• Demonstrated ability to develop learning material, deliver effective training, and provide ongoing education and technological support to project teams.

• Punctual, able to adhere to deadlines, and have a strong work ethic.

• Creative thinker dedicated to problem-solving, research, and innovation.

**If the position is located in San Francisco, Oakland, or San Jose, CA,the base salary will be estimated between $110,000 - $130,000 annually plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience.

If the position is located in Seattle, WA, the base salary will be estimated between $93,500 - $110,000 annually plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience. For all other locations, the base salary range will be based on their local market.

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 Wellbeing 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.