Senior Architect – Airport Interior Works

AECOM; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and leaves of absence

Flexible work options

Employee assistance program

Job summary

A leading global engineering firm seeks a Senior Architect to lead the design and execution of airport terminal interiors across India. The ideal candidate will have 10-15 years of experience in large infrastructure projects, focusing on functionality, aesthetics, and compliance with aviation standards. This role demands strong leadership and collaboration skills, along with proficiency in relevant design tools. You will ensure an optimal passenger experience while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver exceptional projects.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of experience in interior design for large infrastructure or airport projects.
• Proven experience in airport terminal interior works.
• Strong understanding of passenger experience and operational requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design development for airport terminal interiors.
• Coordinate with architecture, MEP, and IT systems teams.
• Ensure compliance with safety and building codes.
• Review documentation and support stakeholder coordination.

Skills

Interior design development

Coordination with multidisciplinary teams

Compliance with aviation and safety standards

Leadership and communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture / interior design

Tools

Architectural and interior design tools

BIM platforms

Job description

Company Description

At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world. We believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Whether it’s improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. Our clients trust us to bring together the best people, ideas, technical expertise and digital solutions to our work in transportation, buildings, water, the environment and new energy. We’re one global team – 47,000 strong – driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world.

Job Description

Senior Architect – Airport Interior Works for multiple upcoming projects across Pan India. This role involves leading the design, coordination, and execution of interior works for airport terminal buildings, ensuring functionality, aesthetics, passenger experience, and compliance with aviation and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead interior design development for airport terminal interiors, including public areas, retail, lounges, offices, and back-of-house spaces.
• Develop interior concepts, material palettes, finishes, and detailed drawings.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including architecture, structure, MEP, fire & life safety, and IT systems.
• Ensure compliance with DGCA, BCAS, ICAO, fire safety, accessibility, and local building codes.
• Review shop drawings, mock-ups, material submittals, and samples.
• Support stakeholder coordination with airport authorities, operators, and vendors.
• Guide junior architects and interior designers to ensure design quality and consistency.
• Participate in design reviews, value engineering, and constructability assessments.
• Support construction-stage activities including site inspections and design clarifications.
• Prepare and review interior design documentation, specifications, and presentations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture / interior design.
• Minimum of 10–15 years of experience in interior design for large infrastructure or airport projects.
• Proven experience in airport terminal interior works.

Additional Information

• Experience on large-scale airport terminal projects.
• Strong understanding of passenger experience, wayfinding, and operational requirements.
• Proficiency in architectural and interior design tools and BIM platforms.
• Strong leadership, coordination, and communication skills.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects both in your local community and on a global scale – that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting‑edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award‑winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community – where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.