Paul Simon Pannell
About Paul Simon Pannell
Paul Simon Pannell is an Associate and Senior Design Manager at Gensler, where he has worked since 2016. He has extensive experience in architecture, having previously held positions at firms such as Bates Smart, Sjb, and BVN, and has contributed to several significant projects in Australia and the United States.
Current Role at Gensler
Paul Simon Pannell serves as an Associate and Senior Design Manager at Gensler, a position he has held since 2016. In this role, he leads design management for significant projects, including the Intel Robert Noyce Building and the Executive Briefing Center. His responsibilities involve overseeing project design and ensuring alignment with client objectives and industry standards.
Previous Experience at Bates Smart and Sjb
Before joining Gensler, Paul worked as an Architect at Bates Smart from 2004 to 2005 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. He also served as an Architect at Sjb from 2002 to 2004. His experience in these roles contributed to his development in architectural design and project management.
Education and Academic Background
Paul studied at Ramsden School For Boys from 1982 to 1988. He later attended the University of Liverpool, where he achieved a Bachelor of Architecture from 1991 to 1994. He continued his education at the same university, obtaining a Bachelor of Arts and furthering his architectural studies, culminating in a Bachelor of Architecture in 2014.
Leadership at BVN
During his tenure as Practice Director at BVN from 2005 to 2015, Paul led the AWD-LHD Ship Sustainment Projects for Defence. He also contributed to the development of the Intel Automotive Innovation Center and driverless car labs, showcasing his ability to manage complex projects in the architectural field.
Notable Projects and Achievements
Paul has been involved in several notable projects, including the multi-award-winning UTS Thomas Street New Faculty of Science Building, which he jointly led with Durbach Block Jaggers. He has extensive experience in workplace fitouts and research and laboratory projects in Australia, as well as large commercial office developments and multi-residential heritage conversions during his five years in the UK.