Your RoleAs a Gensler Design Manager, you will leverage your experience in interiors, your attention to detail, and interpersonal skills to deliver exceptional client projects on time and on budget. You will deploy resources to ensure that the work process flows smoothly and act as the primary liaison between the team and client. This is a great opportunity to join a highly creative, collaborative team while working on trendsetting interiors projects across a variety of industries.A focus for the role will be building client relationships and driving business opportunities. This role will based in Hong Kong S.A.R..What You Will DoGrow existing client relationships, develop new client relationships, solve client problemsImplement multiple client projects through the leadership of project teams: Provide leadership to clients and teams by communicating project objectives, contract scope, terms and scheduleManage scheduling, budgets, staffing, and project set-up with clients, sub-contractors, vendors and contractorsPrepare project proposals and negotiate contracts and feesTrack and manage the financial performance of projects for success (e.g., work plan, schedule, fees, change orders, billings and collections)Manage the full project lifecycle; estimating, bidding, project kick-off, weekly coordination, and project close-outYour QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Interior Design or related field10 years+ of successful project experience in global service corporate interiorsExtensive knowledge of interior principles/practices especially in Hong Kong and ChinaGood leadership capability and collaboration as a teamStrong ability in managing fees, schedules and staffingProfessional license or certification, a plusExperience working with marketing, developing proposalsGood business development skills and ability to develop a networkExcellent communication skill (both written and spoken) English, Cantonese and MandarinExperience with project management software, such as MS Project, a plusWorking knowledge of Adobe Suites, AutoCAD, Revit a plusAble to travel upon requestLife at GenslerAt 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 profit sharing plan 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.
