Project Architect - Interiors - Senior

** Your Role
** Join Gensler’s San Francisco office, where innovation and design excellence meet the unique energy of the Bay Area. As a Project Architect with 10+ years of experience in commercial interior architecture, you will lead dynamic, multidisciplinary teams across some of our most impactful projects. You'll bring a deep understanding of interior systems, technical detailing, consultant coordination, and construction administration—along with a passion for collaboration, project leadership and elevating design through every phase of delivery.

This role is ideal for someone passionate about delivering transformative spaces and growing their leadership within an integrated, global design practice. You will join a highly creative, collaborative team dedicated to innovative problem solving and excellence in design. We embrace experimentation. We curate experience. We’re designers and strategists who craft unique, sustainably focused environments that keep people coming back for more.

As artists, inventors, builders, and business savvy entrepreneurs, we have an endless curiosity and mindful approach to design. Our clients and inter-office studios seek our expertise for collaborative efforts that require smart, lifestyle-driven solutions.

Manage code compliance, jurisdictional requirements, and permit submissions.

Bring a growth mindset and interest in evolving project management skills, with opportunities to take on broader leadership responsibilities within the studio.
** Your Qualifications*
* * Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture or Interior Architecture.
* Architectural licensure required (California licensure a plus)
* Proven experience in managing multiple architectural projects at various stages of development.
* Strong proficiency in Revit is required
* Deep knowledge of California Building Code (CBC), ADA, and local permitting processes.
* Demonstrated experience leading consultant coordination and producing high-quality construction documents.
* Well-rounded, strategic thinker with an integrated approach to design, management and technical project resolution who can help shape a vision for the future.
* Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
* Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices required;
Portfolios should include at least 1 project with this particular focus, and candidates should be prepared to talk to this in their interview, especially built projects with LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL Building Standard, Fitwel and /or Net Zero Building certification.
* Collaborative, proactive mindset with a passion for mentorship, team growth, and innovation.
* Enthusiasm for contributing to the evolving culture of Gensler SF—where sustainability, equity, and design excellence are at the core of everything we do.

Minimum 10 years of experience focused on interior architecture and full project delivery (core and shell project experience is not required but is a plus).
* The base salary will be estimated between $118,000 – $135,000 plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience.
* 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.

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…