Our Critical Facilities practice area is unique, having the ability to draw expertise from and collaborate with all of Gensler’s practice areas to serve clients based on the client’s industry—for example building teams of experts in Gensler’s Critical Facilities and Health and Wellness Practices to deliver data centers for healthcare providers. Beyond data centers, our critical facilities team delivers projects for high-performance/ research/ supercomputing, command and control centers, SCIFs, distribution and logistics, high-tech manufacturing, and various other technology-rich project types. 

  

Critical Facilities at Gensler goes back to the 1980s, growing out of our Financial Services practice, where clients were increasingly building technology-rich environments to support electronic trading. For many years the practice was a loose network of individuals who developed this expertise, and eventually came together officially as a practice area in 1997 as the need for large scale data centers was beginning. Since 1997, Gensler has been one of the leading firms delivering Critical Facilities projects, ranked amongst the top 3 data center architects for the past 10 years.  Our CF team currently has strong presence in North America and Europe with experience in Latin America and Asia that continues to grow. 

  

Gensler’s Critical Facilities Practice Area is looking to fill a leadership position in the Northwest region with an entrepreneurial, future ready individual who possess innovative thought leadership, outstanding client relationships, successful project leadership, and persuasive communication skills to lead the future growth of the critical facilities practice in the region. 

  

Your Role  

 

Working in collaboration with our Office leadership and Global/Regional Leaders in this practice area, you will seek to grow and leverage the capabilities of the our regional teams to lead Critical Facilities projects and build this practice in the NW Region. Gensler is an entrepreneurial, collaborative, non-centralized and non-hierarchical organization. The road map for success will require you to build on the collective excellence of the leaders alongside of you to set and achieve common goals. Your success will be based in the knowledge and patience to provide guidance to a variety of team members, advising and supporting where necessary. 

  

What You Will Do  

Design and deliver world class Data Centers and other Critical Facilities Be in the market, actively engaged with current and potential clients and industry partners Develop a regional practice area strategy with a focus on growth Be active in thought leadership, writing, speaking, and leading or participating in research  Manage client expectations, team communication, and consultant coordination Build relationships and collaborate with our colleagues across the region to advance client interests and practice area objectives Prepare project proposals, negotiate contracts and fees, participate in interviews and introductory meetings Mentor, support, and direct staff to help them achieve not only client goals but personal development goals 

Your Qualifications   

Advanced Degree in Architecture or Engineering from an accredited program15+ years of relevant professional experience inclusive of 10+ years of experience within an Architectural firm10+ years of experience in Critical Facilities projects (i.e. data centers, command and control centers, high-performance computing, etc. or similarly complex projects that may include science laboratories, high-tech manufacturing, light-industrial, etc.) is preferred Capable of generating Critical Facilities Practice Area work Experience negotiating project scope and fees Experience with managing a diverse architectural or engineering firm, regional office, and/or practice group Strong leadership, organization, communication, and relationship management skills Understanding of Autodesk Revit and related BIM software as a delivery platform 

 

*TO BE CONSIDERED, PLEASE SUBMIT A CURRENT PORTFOLIO AND/OR WORK SAMPLES IN PDF FORMAT*

**The base salary will be estimated between $130,000 - 190,000 plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience . For all 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 “Well-being 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 401(k), 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.