What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager (Design Manager) - Sports Studio position at Gensler?
Your Role
You will lead multidisciplinary design teams and consultant partners on some of the most exciting work in the industry, sports, live entertainment, and venue projects where design meets the energy of a sold-out crowd. These are high-profile, fast-moving projects that demand strong leadership, sharp instincts, and the ability to make smart decisions in real time.
As a Project Manager (Design Manager) at Gensler, you'll be hands-on from day one, immersed in every phase of delivery and deeply connected to both clients and teams. You'll help set the vision, keep the work moving, and mentor talent along the way, shaping places that define culture, create shared experiences, and come alive on event day and beyond.
What You Will Do
Act as leadDesign Managerand drive the project delivery during all phases of the project
Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and work plans
Lead the relationships with theclient, contractor, agencies, as well as engineering and specialty consultants
Prepare and review proposals, contracts, and consultant agreements
Review internal project accounting documents and process draft project billing
Participate in project marketing, proposal writing, and project interviews
Manage mid-size to large project teams, assign and monitor completion of tasks
Mentor junior staff
Oversee the coordination and document preparation for the project and provide quality assurance via review of project documentation
Your Qualifications
15-20 years of Project and Design Management experience in an Architecture firm
Bachelor's Degree or higher in Architecture
Licensed Architect preferred
Extensive experience in all phases of architectural projects, specifically large stadium/venues projects
Ability to provide excellent client service and assure project profitability
Desire to lead teams and to mentor junior staff
Strong programming and space planning skills
High level of design competence and expertise in mixed-use developments
High level of knowledge of state and local building codes, including accessibility
Sustainable design experience, with a preference for hands-on LEED project participation and accreditation
Computer savvy with moderate or better skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and Project), AutoCAD and/or Revit
Culture in Gensler's Sports Studio
Gensler's Sports Studio is a place where design meets the energy of live events. Our team works on some of the world's most impactful sports and entertainment venues, shaping arenas, stadiums, and mixed-use districts that become cultural anchors for their cities. The work takes you beyond the studio, traveling to venues, learning from live environments, and engaging directly with the moments that make these places come alive.
The culture is fast-paced, collaborative, and driven by people who are passionate about both design and the experiences it creates. You'll work alongside energized, supportive teammates, share ideas across a global network, and celebrate the wins together, whether that's opening night, a major milestone, or a great project review. It's a studio built around curiosity, momentum, and a shared love of live entertainment.
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 and hackathons, to "Well-being Week," our offices reflect our teams' diverse interests.
We encourage our employees 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.
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.
**The base salary range will be estimated between $125,000 - $155,000 plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience.
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