New

Strategist - Workplace

Gensler
paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k), profit sharing
United States, Texas, Houston
909 Fannin Street (Show on map)
Nov 13, 2026
General Information Posting Date 11-12-2026 Time Type Full-Time Job ID 9408 Areas of Expertise Strategy Job Category Strategy Locations Houston, TX, US Description 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 innovative ideas to solve challenging problems on a variety of Projects. Whether you're into sketching new ideas, hacking a building, or growing client relationships in global markets, there's something here for everyone. Your Role Workplace Strategy at Gensler is focused on enabling transformation. Through a creative and collaborative approach grounded in research, analytics, and human-centered design, we help organizations align their workplace, culture, technology, and operations to achieve meaningful business outcomes. As a Strategist, you will serve as a trusted advisor to clients and project teams. You will shape and lead workplace strategy engagements from discovery and visioning through strategic recommendations and implementation planning. You will translate complex business, people, real estate, and operational inputs into compelling strategies that support organizational goals and improve the workplace experience. You will collaborate across offices, studios, and disciplines, while mentoring colleagues and strengthening the integration of strategy with design. You will provide leadership through client counsel, project direction, thought leadership, business development, and team mentorship. What You Will Do Lead complex workplace strategy and consulting engagements from discovery and visioning through strategic recommendations and implementation planning Serve as a trusted advisor to senior client stakeholders on workplace transformation, organizational needs, and evolving ways of working Plan and facilitate interviews, workshops, focus groups, visioning sessions, and co-design activities with clients and stakeholders Develop and implement qualitative and quantitative research efforts including surveys, benchmarking, utilization analysis, and scenario planning Synthesize research, data, and stakeholder insights into clear strategies and actionable recommendations Develop holistic workplace programs and strategies that connect space, employee experience, culture, technology, policies, operations, and business objectives Create clear and compelling reports, presentations, and other deliverables that communicate findings, insights, and recommendations to clients Partner with design teams to carry workplace strategy and client objectives through planning, design, implementation, and post-occupancy evaluation Develop proposals, including project approach, process, scope, deliverables, schedule, staffing and fees, and contribute to client and business development efforts Oversee project delivery across multiple engagements, coordinating with project teams to maintain quality, schedules, budgets, and client expectations Collaborate with strategists, consultants, designers, and other experts across the firm to bring the right expertise to projects, share knowledge, and support client needs Mentor and guide junior and mid-level strategists, supporting their development in research, facilitation, analysis, storytelling, and client engagement Your Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Environmental Design, Urban Planning, Real Estate, Psychology, Business, or a related field 15+ years of relevant experience in workplace strategy, organizational strategy, real estate, design strategy, change management, or workplace consulting Strong understanding of workplace analytics, employee experience, space programming, and the relationship between organizational strategy and the built environment Proven ability to translate research and data into meaningful workplace recommendations Excellent facilitation, storytelling, writing, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly to senior-level audiences Strong business acumen with experience developing scopes, fees, proposals, and project plans, and leading multidisciplinary teams Experience working within or alongside architecture, interior design, planning, or workplace consulting organizations Demonstrated ability to build trusted client relationships, identify opportunities, and contribute to business development and practice growth Proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word) and digital collaboration tools (Miro, Microsoft Teams, etc.) Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite, particularly InDesign, is preferred Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and workplace analytics platforms is a plus Self-directed and collaborative, with the ability to navigate ambiguity, manage multiple priorities, mentor others, and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environment TO BE CONSIDERED, PLEASE SUBMIT A CURRENT RESUME AND/OR WORK SAMPLES IN PDF FORMAT 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 Awareness 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. 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. Anyone who suspects that they have been contacted by someone falsely representing Gensler should email talentacquisition@gensler.com.