OPPORTUNITY PROFILE MARKET LEADER-WORKPLACE INTERIORS PORTLAND, OREGON
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OPPORTUNITY PROFILE
MARKET LEADER—WORKPLACE INTERIORS
PORTLAND, OREGON
GENSLER | MARKET LEADER—PORTLAND
CONTENTS
THE ORGANIZATION GENSLER 1
THE OPPORTUNITY MARKET LEADER 2
Core Accountabilities 3
Life at Gensler 3
THE PERSON 5
Required Qualifications, Education, Training and Experience 4
Competencies and Personal Characteristics 5
COMPENSATION 7
CONTACT 7
*Cover image: Portland Jetport, Portland, OR
Glumac Headquarters—Portland, OR THE ORGANIZATION Recognized Industry Leaders Gensler is leading global conversations around the future of work, education, entertainment, travel, and public en- gagement in a post-covid world. Leadership at all levels are regularly invited to participate in speaking engagements and are sought-out by top media outlets - such as Forbes, Metropolis, and The Wall Street Journal - as spokespeople on how design is shaping the future of our cities. They are consistently ranked #1 among their competitors by publi- cations such as Architectural Record, Building Design + Construction, ENR, and Interior Design Magazine. In 2020, they were recognized by Fast Company as one of the most important design companies, and for the fourth year in a row, were named one of Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work. Research at the Core As a purpose-driven, global community, research is at the heart of everything Gensler does. Whether it is under- standing how Covid-19 has affected how people want to work, or uncovering how people are rethinking urban life, they leverage the Gensler Research Institute to explore the intersection of design, business, and the human experi- ence. Through a combination of research grants and proprietary, longitudinal research studies, they seek insights that will help solve the world’s most pressing challenges, unlocking new solutions and strategies that will define the future of design. The firm is also making significant investments in innovative platforms, developing its own software applications, investing in data-driven design, and growing exciting new partnerships with its clients. Visit Design Forecast, Workplace Survey, and dialogue blog for a range of Gensler’s recent research and thought leadership publications. Gensler - Market Leader—Workplace Interiors | Portland - Opportunity Profile 1 | Page
Commitment to Diversity Gensler is a people-first organization. A diversity of people and sense of inclusivity have always been foundational to their “one-firm firm” culture. They are committed to taking action that supports social justice and increases racial di- versity within the firm and profession. Gensler thrives by bringing people with a diversity of backgrounds and talents together to accelerate new ideas, ignite design innovation, and drive lasting change for their clients, communities, and one another. Gensler highlights its commitment to diversity in its recently released 2020-2021 Diversity Report. Gensler believes in empowering entrepreneurial talent; in being respectful stewards of communities; in supporting professional growth; and in amplifying the impact their employees have on their clients, their communities, and each other. Their own population is over 50% women and more than 35% minorities. It’s within this diverse and collabora- tive ecosystem that they can partner with their clients and foster an environment where hard work, commitment, and demonstrated value and expertise result in creating a better world through the power of design. To learn more, please visit Gensler’s website. Gensler - Market Leader—Workplace Interiors | Portland - Opportunity Profile 2 | Page
THE OPPORTUNITY MARKET LEADER—WORKPLACE INTERIORS
Gensler’s “one-firm firm” global and local leadership network has never been more important than it is now across
each of its 26 practice areas. In the Northwest Region, Gensler is fortunate to be in an epicenter of innovation that
creates world-changing technology and houses the brightest visionaries. The Gensler Northwest Region spans from
San Jose, through the Bay Area, up to Portland, Seattle, and Vancouver, BC, and is enjoying impressive growth.
Gensler is situated in a time and place of immense possibility as the pace of invention and creativity is fast moving
and requires nimble and expert leadership—this is where the Portland office Market Leader comes in.
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With a strong platform of global, regional and local support, and reporting to the Portland Office’s Principal, Gensler is
seeking a visionary business and design leader to instrumentally build the Workplace Interiors practice for its Portland
operation, which covers Oregon and Northern Washington, in the critical role of Market Leader.
Gensler is looking for a candidate who is capable of growing its Portland operations through Gensler’s most notable
practice area—Workplace Interiors. The Market Leader should drive business development through ongoing industry
and community engagement, as well as overseeing the early design phases to ensure project success. They should
demonstrate strong business acumen and a track record of revenue growth, and know how to engage professional
staff in a people-first environment. With strong ties to the Portland area’s many communities and institutions, this is a
rare opportunity for a civic-minded Market Leader to grow Gensler’s presence across the region.
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Core Accountabilities
• Develop, communicate, and act on a practice area • Collaborate with Workplace Practice Area Leader-
game plan which includes market positioning, reve- ship to develop a standard of practice that address-
nue projections, and managing marketing spend, es the unique requirements of this practice area;
while maintaining a backlog of work and a pipeline of • Recruit, develop, and mentor staff on projects. And
market opportunities across the Portland office; contribute to the overall success and well-being of
• Lead the creative efforts on Workplace and Interiors staff, as well as enhancing workplace culture; and
projects, developing design presentation strategies, • Represent the interests of the office and ensure
and ensuring that client goals are communicated to issues are resolved expeditiously.
the project teams;
• Continuously develop and explore the business by
leveraging relationships among those in the Work-
place Sector, community leaders, and stakeholders;
• Coordinate client management, project organization
and start-up, and the development of new business in
the Workplace Practice Area;
• Support communication between project teams,
clients, vendors, contractors, consultants, and build-
ing and permitting officials;
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Portland Jetport, Portland, OR Life at Gensler At Gensler, every employee is as committed to building a strong culture and having a positive impact on the firm’s local communities as they are to delivering best-in-class design. Gensler’s gServe groups in each office champion pro -bono projects and local volunteer opportunities. From studio potlucks to internal design competitions, from Wellness Week to Gensler’s Research Innovation Awards, and from Bonus Day celebrations to travelogue presentations, Gensler’s offices reflect its people’s diverse interests. Gensler teams work hard and deserve time off. Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, paid holidays and paid time off. Gensler’s Northwest region embraces a robust remote work policy, which has been adapted throughout all of the firm’s studios. In addition, Gensler also offers contributions to its retirement savings plan (401K) and exciting twice-annual bonus opportunities. As part of Gensler’s commitment to licensure and professional development, the firm offers reimbursement for profes- sional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, Gensler reimburses tuition for certain eligible programs or classes and views its professional development programs as strategic investments in the future — Gensler encourages all team members to share out what they have learned. Gensler is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to diversity and inclusion. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. Gensler - Market Leader—Workplace Interiors | Portland - Opportunity Profile 5 | Page
THE PERSON
The ideal candidate believes in the power of great design and is committed to inspiring award-winning work. They
should be a growth-oriented leader and expert business developer, well experienced with the complexities of building
a dynamic and leading-edge workplace interiors practice. Possessing an inclusive leadership style, they build
engagement with by creating a true team environment, leveraging the considerable expertise that exists across the
organization. The Market Leader should be decisive and possess sufficient business acumen and political savvy to
grow the business, foster Gensler’s defining culture, and deliver exceptional client experiences.
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Required Qualifications, Education, Experience, and Training
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and experience:
• 15+ years of project experience in an architectural practice on interiors projects with 10 or more years of
demonstrated success in marketing and business development.
• Professionally licensed in architecture / interiors in OR (or able to be licensed in OR).
• Demonstrably entrenched in Gensler’s Portland markets, with proven results in civic engagement, business de-
velopment success and fostering strong client relationships.
• Keeps the impact of Gensler’s work on the planet top of mind, and possesses expertise and passion in
sustainable building practices.
• Hungry for a new challenge, and has fresh energy, ideas and drive; can see the big picture to resolve conflict
and balance constraints.
• A strong, nimble, super-communicator in any medium, with a high EQ. Committed to growing a diverse and
inclusive office of design professionals.
• Ability to travel to other offices or client locations; excellent references and a personal portfolio of work.
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Competencies and Personal Characteristics
Effective Working Relationships – Treats colleagues,
Leadership - Achieves desired organizational results by staff, and customers with respect; resolves conflicts
encouraging and supporting the contribution of others; a respectfully, in a timely manner; negotiates effectively;
proactive and positive team player who acts with a provides effective feedback to colleagues/employees.
sense of urgency and leads by example; sets and com-
Influential and Collaborative – Has an honest, open,
municates clear goals.
consistent approach to working with others; possesses
Accountable – Holds self and others accountable for strong relationship and interpersonal skills, with the
responsibilities; focuses on results and measuring ability to build relationships and develop/maintain part-
attainment of outcomes in a business focus. nerships, obtaining stakeholder agreement.
Strategic – Develops/implements a plan in support of Communication – Clearly presents written and verbal
organizational strategic direction. Demonstrates an information and writes with clarity and purpose; com-
understanding of the link between job responsibilities municates effectively in both positive as well as negative
and overall organizational goals and needs, and circumstances; listens well.
performs one’s job with the broader goals in mind.
People Development – Fosters long-term learning and
Integrity and Honesty – Demonstrates a resolute com- development of others through coaching, managing
mitment to and respect for the rules and core values of performance and mentoring; has a genuine desire to
the organization, setting an example of professionalism develop others and help them succeed; formally recog-
and ethical propriety. nizes deserving staff and colleagues.
Creativity and Innovation – Develops new insights into Client Focused – Anticipates, responds, and attends to
situations; questions conventional approaches; encour- the needs of colleagues and clients, and other internal
ages new ideas and innovations; designs and imple- and external stakeholders of the organization; keeps the
ments new, cutting edge programs/processes. client interests in the forefront.
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Timbuck2, Portland, OR COMPENSATION A competitive compensation package will be provided including an attractive salary, incentive pay, and excellent benefits. Further details will be discussed in a personal interview. FOR INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: Leo McPeak or Tony Kirschner LEADERS INTERNATIONAL EXECUTIVE SEARCH Phone: (604) 688-8422 Email: leom@leadersinternational.com or tonyk@leadersinternational.com
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