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?

65% 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 3.5 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Gensler?

Designer (265) , Architect (210) , Technical Designer (169) , Interior Designer (118) , Architectural Designer (85) , Intern (85) , Project Architect (70) , Project Manager (62) , Design Manager (59) , Job Captain (57) , Strategist (31) , Studio Coordinator (31) , Senior Associate (30) , Senior Designer (28) , Internship (25)

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 309 reviews)); "Great culture and plenty of opportunity to work on large projects" ((in 226 reviews)); "Good benefits but not that vastly different than other firms." ((in 147 reviews)); "Great opportunities to work with all the top firms in the world and all sizes of client projects." ((in 73 reviews)); "The people at the office are great and ensure you are properly integrated and supported." ((in 70 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 73 reviews)); "This really hurts at a senior level as base salaries are low (for non principals)." ((in 65 reviews)); "The pay is low and it is said that the bonus makes up for the low compensation." ((in 62 reviews)); "Poor Management Accountability: My direct manager exhibited the worst professional behavior I’ve encountered." ((in 59 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.

Gensler reviews

3.7

65% would recommend to a friend

(2,477 total reviews)

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

80% approve of CEO

57% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.8

Diversity & inclusion

3.6

Compensation and benefits

3.5

Culture & values

3.5

Career opportunities

3.2

Work/Life balance

3.1

Senior management

Gensler has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 2,477 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 Servicios de construcción, reparación y mantenimiento industry (3.7 stars).

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2K reviews

5.0

Oct 29, 2024

People Come First

Arquiteto júnior

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Working at Gensler is an incredible experience. The company truly values its employees, offering a culture that blends innovation, professionalism, and a strong focus on work-life balance. The team is made up of the most talented professionals I have ever collaborated with, and there's a genuine spirit of cooperation across departments, which elevates the quality of our projects. Gensler invests heavily in professional development, providing training, mentorship programs, and the chance to work on high-profile global projects. It’s the kind of company that challenges and recognizes your potential daily, and the environment truly inspires you to perform at your best.

Cons

As with any major firm, there are periods of high demand, which can sometimes require extra hours. However, this is well-balanced by the support structure and the rewarding experience of working on globally impactful projects.

Gensler Response

1y

Thanks for providing feedback on your experience at Gensler. We value our people and love to hear their perspectives. Your Gensler experience, as you've described, makes us incredibly proud! Thank you for sharing such a positive review. We are thrilled to see your 5-star rating.

4.0

Oct 29, 2024

Company Overview

Architect

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good Working environment and interesting projects.

Cons

Average salaries and it's difficult to progress. Benefits and growing career opportunities are mostly for the same 4-5 leadership roles

Gensler Response

1y

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.

3.0

Oct 27, 2024

office politics

Technical designer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

good salary, several studios and teams working culture are good

Cons

need to notice the office culture and politics

Gensler Response

1y

Thanks for taking the time to share feedback on your experience at Gensler. We appreciate your candor and consider all the feedback we receive.

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