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Your Role As a market-facing practitioner with deep knowledge and experience, you will join the team to expand our client base in the Hospitality market sector through thought leadership and cultivating strategic relationships.You are adept at business development while also taking on a leadership role on projects. Working collaboratively within the region and Gensler network, you will help shape how we get the work, lead the dialogue on design innovation, and help mentor the next generation of design professionals. The Austin office is seeking aPractice Area Leader for theHospitalitymarket sectorto assume a key leadership role. The qualified candidate will have exceptional client relationship skills and a portfolio of innovative design solutions with an emphasis on built work. What You Will Do
As a thought and knowledge leader, seller, and doer, you will work in concert with the office's senior leadership developing and executing strategies to grow the region'shospitalitydesign practice through expanding existing client relationships and developing new lines ofwork Serve as theMarket Leaderfor theAustin office forHospitalitydesign, working on a variety of simultaneous projects fromthe conceptualdesign through design developmentphases Have an expansive portfolio of high-quality built work that compliments the firm's current portfolio Develop collaborative relationships in the firm, with clients, and with other key constituents Collaborate with design teams to deliver informed project solutions based on marketexpertiseand deep understanding of client goals Work closely with office and studio leaders toidentifyand recruit best-in-class talent Partner withleadershipto establish budgetary framework and investment strategies for the practicearea Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and workplans Lead relationships with the client, contractor, agencies, as well as engineering and specialty consultants Prepare and review proposals, contracts, and consultantagreements
Your Qualifications
Registered architector interior designerwith at least 15 years of experience; inclusive of10+ years of recent, progressive experience leading the planning and design of all phases ofhospitalityprojects LEED AP preferred; committed to the principles of sustainable design and resilient communities Excellent presentation and interview skills; ability to sell planning solutions to the highest level of decision makers (presidents, deans, chairs, facility leads, etc.), and to speak holistically about planning/issues/trends, in interviews and conferences Whilemaintainingdesign excellence, ability to develophospitalitymarketing and business developmentstrategies that bothprovidethe greatest value and respond to clients' tactical and strategicobjectives Experience winning and delivering large-scalehospitalityprojects and taking advantage of synergies across market sectors in business developmentpursuits Adept at storytelling, engaging as a communicator, and articulating ideas in interviews and other presentations Ability to build project-specific strategies in the business development phase by creating a unique value proposition, design strategy, presentation content, differentiation and value-added elements while collaborating with firm leadership Proven track record ofidentifyingleads, developing relationships, and building a network Connected and well-regarded within the community and active in industry organizations Skilled at developing and motivating teams of people both internally and externally
This position is in-person and open to candidates living in Austin, TX. 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 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. #LI-TP1
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Gensler
paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k), profit sharing
Jun 18, 2025