Job Description

Project Design Technology Lead

Los Angeles, CA, US
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 within studio and project environments. The Project Design Technology Lead will partner with the Regional Design Technology Director to establish goals and strategic plans in support of office, studios and project objectives.

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 integrated a lean project delivery framework.
• Author / Develop design solutions to address project needs through the use of 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 studio and project level.
• Identify workflows, tools, and efficiencies that will bring value-proposition to our projects.
• 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/design technology role of all phases of design and delivery.
• Expert knowledge of Autodesk Revit Architecture and the Autodesk BIM 360 platform.
• Solid knowledge of Navisworks and AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of Dynamo is preferred.
• Familiarity with design applications such as Rhino, Grasshopper, V-Ray, 3DS Max, Sketchup, Adobe Creative Cloud Suite, etc.
• Articulate communicator, able to convey design technology concepts to all levels of design and delivery leadership.
• Punctual, able to adhere to deadlines, and have a strong work ethic.
• Creative thinker dedicated to problem solving, research, and innovation.
• Design tools: Revit, Rhino, Sketchup, Autocad
• Coordination and collaboration tools: Navisworks, BIM 360
• Visual Programming tools: Dynamo, Grasshopper
• Visualization tools: Vray, Enscape, 3DSMax, TwinMotion
• Automation tools: Clarity
• Experiential software: Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, Mixed Reality
• Development tools: json, xml, C#, Python

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 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities.

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. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.

Gensler is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the bases of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability you may contact us here . We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for our colleagues.

Posted 30+ Days Ago Full time R-4579
Gensler is a global architecture, design, and planning firm with 49 locations across Asia, Europe, Australia, the Middle East, and the Americas. Founded in 1965, the firm serves more than 3,500 active clients in virtually every industry. Gensler designers strive to make the places people live, work, and play more inspiring, more resilient, and more impactful.

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS

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.

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