Is Gensler a good company to work for?

Gensler has an overall rating of 3.7 out of 5, based on over 2,848 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has decreased by 4% over the last 12 months. 66% of employees would recommend working at Gensler to a friend and 58% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Gensler have been left by employees working as Principal , Architectural Intern and Intern - Hourly .

Does Gensler pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Gensler employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.6 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Gensler. This rating has decreased by 3% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Gensler?

66% of Gensler employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Gensler 3.2 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.5 for culture and values and 3.6 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Gensler?

Designer (267) , Architect (211) , Technical Designer (169) , Interior Designer (119) , Architectural Designer (86) , Intern (85) , Project Architect (70) , Project Manager (62) , Design Manager (59) , Job Captain (57) , Senior Associate (31) , Strategist (31) , Studio Coordinator (31) , Senior Designer (28) , Internship (26)

What are the pros of working at Gensler according to real employee reviews?

"Great people at the top of their game collaborating to use design to make an impact!" ((in 300 reviews)); "Great culture and plenty of opportunity to work on large projects" ((in 223 reviews)); "We have great benefits and it is truly amazing when your hard work and the time you take to go the extra mile is acknowledged." ((in 142 reviews)); "The people at the office are great and ensure you are properly integrated and supported." ((in 69 reviews)); "Great opportunities to work with all the top firms in the world and all sizes of client projects." ((in 68 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Gensler according to real employee reviews?

"Can be pigeonholed and no work life balance" ((in 74 reviews)); "Long hours and fast paced" ((in 70 reviews)); "This really hurts at a senior level as base salaries are low (for non principals)." ((in 66 reviews)); "Poor Management Accountability: My direct manager exhibited the worst professional behavior I’ve encountered." ((in 63 reviews)); "poor leadership" ((in 57 reviews))

What are employees saying about Gensler layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Gensler layoffs and their outlook for job security at Gensler in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Gensler locations?

New York , Los Angeles , San Francisco , Chicago , Washington , Houston , Dallas , Boston , Atlanta , Austin , San Jose , Seattle , Oakland , San Diego , Denver , Baltimore , Miami , Morristown , Newport Beach , Phoenix , Charlotte , Las Vegas , Tampa , Philadelphia , Raleigh , Portland , La Crosse , Detroit , Brooklyn , Minneapolis

Gensler reviews

3.7

66% would recommend to a friend

(2,483 total reviews)

Elizabeth Brink, Jordan Goldstein, Andy Cohen, and Diane Hoskins

80% approve of CEO

58% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.8

Diversity & inclusion

3.6

Compensation and benefits

3.6

Career opportunities

3.5

Culture & values

3.2

Work/Life balance

3.1

Senior management

Gensler has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 2,483 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Gensler employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Construction, Repair & Maintenance Services industry (3.6 stars).

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2K reviews

1.0

Jun 11, 2026

Valuable exposure but poor work-life balance and pay

Anonymous employee

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CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Working for a global company provides exposure to large-scale projects, international teams, and a broad network of expertise. This can be valuable for early career development and learning how larger organisations operate across different regions. Colleagues across teams are supportive, approachable, and collaborative. There are many skilled and talented people within the business, and working with them is an enjoyable part of the role. Some of the overseas studios demonstrate strong structure, processes, and operational clarity, which highlights how effective systems can improve efficiency and employee experience.

Cons

Compensation was not competitive relative to workload, responsibilities, and expectations. Long hours were common, and unpaid overtime often formed part of the standard way of working rather than being the exception. Workloads were consistently high, with employees frequently working beyond standard hours. This contributed to a culture where work life balance was difficult to maintain, and regular after hours communication reinforced an “always on” working environment. Flexibility was limited compared to industry norms, particularly in relation to remote working arrangements and autonomy over working patterns. Operational structure and internal processes were limited, particularly around planning, workflow management, and delivery expectations. This sometimes resulted in unclear priorities and reactive ways of working. Recognition of effort and performance felt inconsistent, with limited alignment between contribution & workload.

Gensler Response

1mo

Thanks for taking the time to share feedback on your experience at Gensler. We appreciate your candor and consider all the feedback we receive. Encouraging our people to ask questions and share their perspectives is fundamental to our firm’s culture. We appreciate your feedback, but unfortunately since you did not identify your home office we are unable to notify leadership of your concerns.

4.0

Jun 11, 2026

Great opportunities for growth

Architect

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

Working at Gensler as an Architect has been a highly rewarding experience. One of the greatest strengths of the firm is the wide range of opportunities available across diverse practice areas, allowing architects to explore different project types and expand their expertise. The collaborative environment encourages professional growth and continuous learning.

Cons

The Coorporate ladder is a bit hard to climb

Gensler Response

1mo

Thanks so much for the feedback. We love to hear from our people. You and your colleagues are the foundation of our success.

4.0

Jun 10, 2026

Great people and diverse projects, but rigid structure

Architect

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Lots of great people with different project types

Cons

Office structure can feel rigid

Gensler Response

1mo

Thanks so much for the feedback. We love to hear from our alumni and wish you all the best in your current and future endeavors.

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