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As a member of the South Central Design Technology team, the Design Technology Lead advances the strategic implementation of tools, processes, and standards with a focus on BIM and digital project delivery. This role provides technical leadership, workflow optimization, project guidance, and team enablement across regional offices and project teams.

Reporting to the Regional Design Technology Manager, the Design Technology Lead partners with Design Technology, Technical, and project leadership to improve project quality, strengthen BIM performance, address training needs, and resolve complex delivery challenges. The role helps translate regional priorities into scalable standards, workflows, training, and project guidance that advance consistent BIM-driven digital design practices across the region.

• Advise teams on BIM strategy, BIM execution planning, project setup, and digital delivery requirements
• Support complex projects through advanced BIM consultation and technical expertise
• Guide project teams in applying standards and effective workflows
• Support pursuit teams in evaluating BIM requirements, scope, and delivery considerations

• Partner with Technical and project leadership to strengthen BIM-enabled project quality
• Conduct project and model health reviews at key milestones
• Identify delivery risks, recurring issues, and improvement opportunities
• Develop metrics and reporting that improve visibility into project health and BIM performance

• Evaluate workflows to identify opportunities for efficiency, automation, and standardization
• Identify repetitive processes and technology gaps affecting project delivery
• Assess technology utilization and opportunities to increase value from existing platforms
• Develop scalable solutions that improve consistency across projects and studios

• Identify training needs through project engagement, audits, metrics, and support trends
• Develop and deliver targeted BIM and Design Technology training
• Mentor BIM leaders and Design Technology champions
• Develop standards, guidance, and resources that strengthen regional capabilities

• Partner with Technical, Design, Project Management, IT, and firmwide Design Technology teams
• Contribute to regional BIM strategy, standards, priorities, and continuous improvement
• Share successful practices and lessons learned across studios
• Serve as a regional resource for complex BIM and digital delivery challenges
• Supports internal initiatives, coordination, and team enablement across the organization

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related field with 4+ years of AEC experience
• Demonstrated experience with BIM implementation and digital project delivery
• Strong knowledge of BIM standards, workflows, model coordination, and project delivery practices
• Advanced proficiency with BIM authoring, coordination, and cloud collaboration platforms
• Experience developing BIM execution strategies, standards, workflows, and implementation guidance
• Ability to assess workflows, identify opportunities, and translate insights into scalable improvements
• Experience delivering technical guidance, training, and mentorship
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills across project, technical, and leadership teams
• Ability to manage multiple priorities across projects and studios
• Proactive, collaborative, and solution-oriented approach to technology and change

This position is in-person. Successful candidates will be located in the Dallas, Texas area. Non-local candidates are welcome. Take a look at U.S. News & World Report's 2025-2026 study on what it's like living in Dallas, Texas!

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 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 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.

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