Watch Out Below! - Architect Gensler Employee Review

3.0
30 Apr 2020
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Well-run business, client-focused. Solid design. Consistent profitability, with bonuses and profit-sharing. Strong learning programs.

Cons

It's all about the money. During the COVID-19, layoffs at Gensler are happening quickly, the 'family' culture is quickly discarded when the economy slows and margins shrink.

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Gensler Response
6y
Our world and our communities have been thrust into an unprecedented crisis that changes daily. This is causing upheaval and uncertainty in our economy. Unfortunately, we are seeing an impact in our business. As a firm that values its people, these decisions are extremely difficult. We will continue to do everything we can to make our team member experience as rewarding as possible. We appreciate your feedback and will share your comments with the firm’s leadership.

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5.0
20 Apr 2026
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Pros

Good firm to work at

Cons

Nothing bad about the firm

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Gensler Response
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Thanks for providing feedback on your experience at Gensler. We value our interns and love to hear their perspectives. We are thrilled and delighted to see your 5-star rating!
1.0
29 May 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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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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