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Project Director - Hospitality and Multifamily Residential

Gensler
paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k), profit sharing
United States, Georgia, Atlanta
999 Peachtree Street Northeast (Show on map)
Jul 17, 2026
General Information Posting Date 07-13-2026 Time Type Full-Time Job ID 8478 Areas of Expertise Hospitality Job Category Design Management Locations Atlanta, GA, US Description Your Role As a GenslerProject Director with our team in Atlanta, you will leverage your attention to detail and interpersonal skills to deliver exceptional client projects on time and within budget. Grow your project management experience while working on trendsetting projects across practice areas. A focus for the role will be managing multiple fast-paced mid-size projects or singular large, complex projects. The ideal candidate for this role will have strong management and team building skills and experience in the Multifamily/Residential and Hospitality practice area with the ability to produce drawings and specifications as needed. What You Will Do AsProjectDirector, you will bring your years ofproject leadership and client relationshipskills tobuild our capabilities to inspire and realizeprojects ofallscales and complexities. On aday-to-daybasis, you will be accountable primarily for building our practice throughthe delivery of exceptional design and technical work. We take a highly collaborativeapproach to the work, and the nurturing of a design culture in our studios and in the officeis critically important to us. We also believe that the project leadershipsharesaccountability for the design, technical, and financial success of the projects, andwill look to you to lead your teams to be successful in those measures Our vision for the firm is to transform cities through the power of design. We recognize how much work we collectivelyhave to do to evolve the region we live, work and play in into the truly inclusive place weall envision and embrace.Together, we have theopportunity to extendGensler'ssphere of influence well beyond theplace andspaces we create topositively impact everyone for the better. Utilize your experience in project leadership and clientrelationshipskillstobuild our capabilities to inspire andrealizesciencesprojectsofallscalesand complexities Build our book of business throughthoughtleadership,market presence, and the cultivation of strategic client relationships Work closely with office leadership to identify and recruit best-in-class talent Actively mentor staff in their growth in the design profession Work with office and regional leadership in business development efforts to grow our practice by developing new relationships and expanding existing client relationships while diversifying our lines of work Strengthening our market reputation through thought leadership and a differentiated point of view Participate in public speaking engagements at industry events and conference presentations, author publications and increase awareness through active social media outlets Foster and encourage a positive work environment amongst peers and teams Your Qualifications Bachelor's degree or higher in Architecture Ideal candidate willpossess15+ years of architectural experience, inclusive of 5 or more years' experience in an architecture and design firm in marketing, client development, and/or management of a studio, practice group, or regional office A high degree of self-motivation, flexibility, and resourcefulness Adept at storytelling, engaging as a communicator and inspiring with an energetic personality Ability to inspire and lead a team with creativity and compassion Strong presentation skills with the ability to be articulate and convincing in interviews and other presentations Demonstrated experience developing relationships with new and existing clients Substantial experience working directly with senior management representatives, facilities and project managers, and other project stakeholders leading planning studies to achieve programmatic requirements Leadership experience, including managing client expectations, multi-disciplinary teams, and meetingscope/schedule/budget Advanced knowledge of the architectural planning and design process, code requirements and design of building systems Skilled at developing and motivating teams of people both internally and externally, along with a desire to mentor team members Demonstrated commitment to resilience and sustainable building practices required Experience must include completed highly sustainable projects 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 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. NOTICE TO APPLICANTS 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 and local law. Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with federal, state and local law. See also Know your rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal, right to work and E-verify program, as required by law. Gensler endeavors to make gensler.com/careers accessible to all applicants. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us. Regarding Gensler's approach to recruiting new talent, we will never ask an applicant for sensitive or personal financial information during the recruitment process. We advise all applicants seeking employment with Gensler to review available information on recruitment fraud. 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