Architectural Designer & Market Leader

At Gensler, we design for people. We leverage our global perspective and local presence to innovate at every scale. We’re not just designers. We’re tinkerers, craftspeople, visionaries, innovators, and thought leaders. Fueled by passion and entrepreneurial spirit, our people bring new ideas to solve the world’s most challenging problems, like designing a more resilient, inclusive, and equitable future for our communities and cities. 

Our people-centered, “People First” culture and “One Firm-Firm” motto promote integrated teams that unite to shape the future of cities.  Gensler’s vision is to “Create a Better World through the Power of Design,” and we do that by our deep commitment to our clients and by fostering a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive environment that enables our people to create impactful solutions together. 

Your Role   

Gensler is at the forefront of transformative design solutions that drive change and deliver exceptional value for our clients. Our commitment to innovation, creativity, and impactful design outcomes has positioned us as a leader in the industry.   

We are seeking a visionary Architectural Designer for our Columbus office who is market facing and passionate about pushing the boundaries of design to lead our talented team and elevate our client solutions. Architectural Designers play a crucial role in shaping the creative direction of our projects and guiding a diverse team of designers across various disciplines. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of design principles and a proven track record of delivering exceptional results that resonate with project stakeholders. This individual will be responsible for ensuring that our design outcomes not only meet but exceed client expectations, resulting in groundbreaking and meaningful design solutions that drive value creation and successful outcomes. This team member will also be market facing and meet goals to bring new projects to the office.  

Gensler has spent over 30 years helping clients shape neighborhoods and design meaningful spaces in the Ohio region. We’re deeply committed to the city’s evolution, working on mixed-use developments, education, life science, adaptive reuse, community collaborations, and more. With a strong focus on preserving Columbus’s past while envisioning its future, you’ll play a key role in shaping the city’s next chapter.   

What You Will Do   

• Leadership & Strategy: Provide visionary leadership for the design team, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. Develop and implement strategic design initiatives that align with client goals and business objectives.   

• Client development: Collaborate closely with office leadership to drive strategic growth of Gensler’s Columbus office. Lead pursuit strategy, client development, and relationship-building efforts. Represent Gensler externally through speaking engagements, client forums, and industry leadership opportunities. Coor