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      Part 2 Architectural Assistant - Part II Architectural Assistant Gensler Employee Review

      3.0
      26 Sept 2017
      Part ii architectural assistant
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      I work in one of the smallest (and coolest) Gensler offices and so far loving it. Have been with the team for nearly two months, everyone is very welcoming, and have been teaching and mentoring me and did a great job at it as well. I was given a large level of responsibity pretty much straight off the bat which demonstrates Gensler’s investestment in young staff - and this is the main reason why I feel like I have learned so much in just 2 short months. They always go above and beyond to teach, show and answer any questions. The atmosphere is relaxed and friendly!

      Cons

      The hours are often too long to keep up with the project demands (although I do enjoy the work) Not enough time allocated to learning the Gensler-way and not enough one-on-one slower paced inductions, for a firm this size and with so many standards, forms, ways etc.

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      Gensler Response
      8y
      Thanks for sharing your perspective on Gensler! We are glad to hear that you are enjoying your time with the firm and are pleased to know that you’ve already had opportunities to receive mentorship from your colleagues. Our firm is committed to making sure our practitioners can pursue their passions and achieve appropriate work-life balances. Thanks again for the feedback, and we look forward to continue working with you.

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      5.0
      3 Jun 2026
      Architect
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      Good work-life balance and flexible scheduling. Supportive team environment with opportunities to learn new technologies. Management is generally approachable and benefits are competitive.

      Cons

      Internal processes can be slow and bureaucratic at times. Career advancement opportunities are limited without clear timelines. Communication between departments could be improved significantly.

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      Gensler Response
      2w
      Thanks so much for the feedback. We love to hear from our people. You and your colleagues are the foundation of our success. We are delighted to see your 5-star rating!
      1.0
      29 May 2026
      Job captain
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      Nice office, lots of “rah rah Gensler” events with food & booze, some nice people

      Cons

      Where do I start…..some studios are TOXIC. Favoritism permeates every aspect of working here. It’s nauseating. There is zero loyalty, zero recognition for hard work (yeah you get a bonus but sometimes a kind word is needed). Oh-and never ever express an opinion that may be in opposition to “leadership’s”. Your private life, beliefs, politics and other personal things are fair game for letting you go. I’ve seen it happen-fired because someone expresses in a private conversation that one has ethical concerns regarding projects that are in the office (but in another studio/office) will get you fired. They will make up some bs about “work performance”, yet no conversation ever with anyone about “needing improvement “. Out of left field. Bye bye. Management tells leadership that they’d already “warned” the person-completely untrue. Hear later it was likely due to having concerns about a client/project. Lesson learned-shut up, work 12 hrs a day and be happy with the scraps you’re thrown. Also-egos galore! Unwillingness to take accountability for mistakes.

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      Gensler Response
      2w
      Thanks for the feedback. We treat workplace concerns seriously and address them in accordance with our internal policies and procedures. We have multiple channels for reporting issues and we train and encourage our team members to use them. Encouraging everyone to ask questions and provide honest feedback is critical to supporting our culture and our values of integrity, trust and mutual respect. We appreciate your feedback and will share your comments with the firm’s leadership.
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