Designer – Workplace Interiors – Technical
REMOTE or
Detroit, MI, US, USA
Full Time
Posted 5 Dec

Who we are

At Gensler, the value of our work stems from its positive impact on the human experience. We are a dynamic and collaborative design firm uniting creativity, research, and innovation to solve complex problems for our clients. Our work challenges conventional ideas about architecture and the built environment. We aren’t just designing buildings—we are reimagining cities and places that make a difference in people’s lives.

Founded in 1965, Gensler has built a team of 6,000 professionals who partner with clients in over 100 countries each year. Everything we do is guided by our mission: to create a better world through the power of design.

Role overview

If you have a commitment to providing high-quality professional design services for clients in the Workplace market sector and thrive working within a creative, client-focused design environment, Gensler Detroit is the place to be.

What you will do

  • Collaborate on Workplace interiors projects, including programming client needs, concept design, schematic design, design development and documentation, and manage budget/schedule reviews
  • Participate in project visioning with team to create a compelling design narrative that reflects the project story and brand
  • Create and develop materiality and design strategy with team to support experiential design and brand story
  • Develop space planning concepts and generate program documents
  • Participate in selection of furniture systems and specifications
  • Participate and support project team coordination for the finished plans, FF&E specifications, and material selections required for construction
  • Utilize technical knowledge and delivery experience for effective documentation and detailing
  • Work with and coordinate consultants, contractors, fabricators, specification writers, and regulatory agencies to meet overall project objectives
  • Participate in the construction administration of projects and review of submittals and finish samples
  • Support managing client expectations, and coordinating team and consultant communications

Expertise we seek

Your Qualifications

  • Design Management and Project Management experience required
  • Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Interior Design required
  • 10+ years of industry experience inclusive of hospitality interiors projects
  • Licensed Interior Designer preferred
  • Experience in delivery of projects on major hotel brand standards including upscale, upper upscale, and luxury brands.
  • Knowledge and experience in all phases of interior design projects
  • Strong programming and space planning skills
  • Proficiency in Revit
  • Experience managing consultant teams and resolving complex technical and design issues

You are

  • Ability to communicate design ideas and direction quickly
  • Self-motivated with ability to work independently

What you can expect

 To be considered for this opportunity, you must UPLOAD A PORTFOLIO to the attachments sections of your application. 

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. 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.