Junior Architectural Designer

About the role

Gensler is looking for a Junior Architectural Designer to work alongside architects and designers, developing design solutions and supporting project coordination through the construction administration phase. The role turns sketches and design documents into realised 3D models and working drawings, while researching technical issues as they arise.

Key responsibilities

• Support the design development and delivery of the architectural and/or technical aspects of a project, across design development, construction documents and construction administration.
• Produce BIM models, construction drawings and other project deliverables.
• Collaborate with design teams, clients, consultants, contractors, fabricators, regulators and vendors to meet project objectives.
• Apply knowledge of architectural design principles, technical detailing, building codes, materials and construction methods to build practical, buildable solutions.
• Help resolve technical and design challenges and support project sustainability targets, including climate-focused analysis and sustainable design research.
• Contribute to office activities, initiatives and learning programs.

Required profile

• 0-3 years of project experience in an architectural practice.
• Master of Architecture or equivalent.
• Working knowledge of architectural design principles, technical detailing, building codes, construction methods and building systems.
• Effective communicator, collaborative and team-oriented, with strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage priorities, take ownership of tasks, respond to feedback and handle difficult situations tactfully.
• Sustainability accreditation (LEED, WELL, Fitwel, Greenmark or similar) is preferable; motivation to grow in sustainability is valued.

Required skills

• Autodesk Revit for modelling and documentation (essential)
• Rhinoceros for design authoring (essential)
• Proficiency in Revit, Rhino and Microsoft Office
• Enscape, Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Grasshopper are a plus
• Desirable: real-time rendering, material creation in AI, interoperability between AutoCAD, Revit and Rhino

To be considered, candidates must submit a portfolio and/or work samples in PDF format. Gensler offers profit sharing and twice-yearly bonuses, and reimburses certain professional license fees, exam fees and eligible tuition.