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Your Role Gensler is organized around a highly collaborative studio leadership model, emphasizing values, culture, and working style. As a Gensler Studio Director , you are a leader in client relations, business development, people management, and project oversight. You support the growth of Gensler’s practice areas, manage a diverse portfolio of projects, and leverage business acumen to attract high-profile clients and projects. This role suits a leader passionate about the business of design and excited to manage talented creatives.

What You Will Do Leadership

Enable your team to reach their potential and foster a positive environment

Manage your team with an open-door policy

Build staff capabilities through training in design, technical skills, communication, and project management

Create a creative, innovative, and nurturing studio environment with effective coaching and mentoring

Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills

Maintain dignity, respect, and professionalism

Client Development/Market Positioning

Consistently market and develop new business

Lead or participate in project pursuits, proposals, presentations, and interviews

Build and grow relationships with clients to strengthen the Phoenix Workplace portfolio

Participate in external networking and events to promote Gensler’s expertise and support business development goals

Project Leadership

Lead multiple projects, guiding design and innovation, and oversee strategic direction and delivery

Support projects led by others in the studio

Leverage expertise in Hospitality / Lifestyle sectors in our approach

Talent and Development

Ensure an outstanding team experience through close staff collaboration

Oversee hiring, performance, learning, and professional development processes

Mentor and develop talent through project work and coaching

Studio Development and Operations

Co-Lead the Studio and participate in administrative and financial responsibilities

Contribute to the strategic growth of the Studio

Work with leadership on strategic planning

Monitor budgets, profitability, billing, and expenses

Manage studio operations and represent studio interests

Your Qualifications

Experience with architecture, master planning, or interiors

Proven leadership and business development skills

Registered architect or certified interior designer

At least 15 years of experience in architecture and design

Experience managing a studio’s operations and staff development

Strong client relationships preferred

Drive and collaborative spirit to grow a dynamic studio

Willingness to travel as needed

Excellent portfolio and references

Life at Gensler We value work-life balance, offering benefits like health coverage, wellness programs, paid time off, 401k, profit sharing, and professional development support. Our offices host art exhibits, design competitions, and wellness initiatives, reflecting our diverse interests. We reimburse licenses, tuition, and support ongoing learning.

Additional Details

Seniority level: Not Applicable

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Project Management, Management, Design

Industries: Architecture, Planning, Design Services

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Location & Salary Phoenix, AZ | $200,000.00-$220,000.00 | 2 weeks ago

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