Project Manager (Design Manager) - Sports Studio

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.

Act as lead Design Manager and drive the project delivery during all phases of the project *

Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and work plans *

Lead the relationships with the client, contractor, agencies, as well as engineering and specialty consultants *

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 *

Oversee the coordination and document preparation for the project and provide quality assurance via review of project documentation

15-20 years of Project and Design Management experience in an Architecture firm *

Extensive experience in all phases of architectural projects, specifically large stadium/venues projects *

Ability to provide excellent client service and assure project profitability *

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

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.

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.

**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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