Wayfinding Planner

GAI’s Consultants, Inc. seeks a Wayfinding Designer to assist with our Experiential Graphics + Wayfinding Practice .  This position is within our Community Solutions Group which is our special multi-disciplinary practice that links Landscape Architecture with Urban Planning and Redevelopment Economics. Our portfolio of work includes Academic and Healthcare Campus settings, Downtowns and Urban Districts, Parks and other outdoor settings. 

The successful candidate should have 3-5 years of experience with Wayfinding Design & Planning, with some emphasis in Wayfinding and Interpretive / Environmental Signage, Commercial Art / Branding.  Experience with Architectural Interiors is a plus. 

Additional experience with other forms of graphic design, 3-D modelling, visualizations and website design are a bonus.  We are looking for a motivated candidate ready to work within a collaborative team environment that plans and designs quality places across a variety of urban planning and landscape architectural assignments. This position is eligible for our flexible hybrid work schedule and a sign-on bonus.

Description/Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with senior designers and project managers to understand client requirements, project objectives, and site conditions.
• Strong visual and conceptual skills to solve problems and create novel solutions
• Demonstrated expertise using Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator) and other computer design applications.
• Produce written or visual documentation of design research and process.
• Conduct site visits and analyze the existing wayfinding systems to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Develop wayfinding concepts and design solutions that align with project goals and client branding guidelines.
• Create clear and visually compelling wayfinding maps, signage, and environmental graphics that enhance user orientation and navigation.
• Work with interdisciplinary teams to integrate wayfinding design into architecture, interior design, and landscape projects.
• Utilize design software and technology to produce high-quality mockups, presentations, and design documentation.
• Stay updated with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in wayfinding and experiential graphic design.
• Collaborate effectively with other designers, stakeholders, and external vendors to ensure smooth project execution.
• Participate in design critiques, brainstorming sessions, and client meetings to share ideas and receive feedback.
• Contribute to the development of wayfinding design guidelines and standards for future projects.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Industrial Design, Graphic Design, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of professional experience in wayfinding & environmental design & planning, or a related design discipline.
• Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and other relevant tools.
• Strong understanding of typography, color theory, visual hierarchy, and design principles.
• Knowledge of ADA guidelines and accessibility considerations in wayfinding design is a plus.
• Experience with ArcGIS software is a strong advantage, particularly in utilizing geospatial data for wayfinding and location-based design solutions.
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate with team members and present design concepts to clients.
• Detail-oriented mindset with a commitment to producing accurate and error-free design deliverables.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines without compromising on quality.
• A portfolio that showcases a range of environmental / graphic design projects is required.

Why GAI?

GAI offers an exceptional place to do meaningful work, grow your career, and make a real impact in communities nationwide. You’ll join a collaborative, multidisciplinary firm bringing together engineering, planning, and environmental expertise to deliver projects across transportation, infrastructure, power, and energy markets. Working alongside accomplished colleagues, you’ll help move projects from vision through construction, creating solutions that keep people moving, power essential systems, and support responsible development.

At GAI, you’ll work in a team-driven environment grounded in integrity, respect, and shared success, with the flexibility, resources, and career support that reflect a real and lasting commitment to our people. That commitment includes comprehensive benefits, wellness programs, and employee discounts. With opportunities across the U.S., GAI offers the collaboration and client focus of regional teams, supported by the stability, resources, and career-development opportunities of an established and growing firm.

Benefits To Working at GAI Include:   

Competitive Pay & Recognition 

• Market based, competitive compensation 
• Performance driven recognition and development bonuses 

Comprehensive Health & Wellness 

• Medical, dental, and vision plans 
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability 
• Company-paid life insurance 
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources 

Meaningful Work–Life Balance 

• Generous paid time off + 7 paid holidays 
• An additional floating holiday—use it for what matters to you 
• Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave 

Growth, Learning & Financial Security 

• 401(k) with company match 
• Tuition reimbursement 
• Support and rewards for professional development and certifications

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