Aviation Architecture Senior Project Leader

GFT

Miami (FL)

Hybrid

USD 140,000 - 185,000

Full time

38 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Wellness programs

Parental leave

Pet insurance

401(k) plan

Paid PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Incentive compensation

Job summary

GFT seeks a Senior Architectural Project Manager with an Aviation Focus to join our national aviation practice. The role supports airports and airline clients, leading complex projects with deep industry knowledge and client relationships.

This position offers a hybrid work model with offices nationwide, competitive compensation, and opportunities for growth within an established AEC firm known for innovative, sustainable design and strong project outcomes.

Qualifications

Licensed /Registered Architect in the United States.
Bachelor of Architecture Degree or Master of Architecture Degree
15 years’ experience with Aviation Projects
Effective writer, communicator, detail-oriented designer
Able to work collaboratively with staff and clients on multiple projects
In depth knowledge of International Building Codes, NFPA, ADA, LEED, and related standards
Organized individual with a positive team building spirit with a collaborative one team attitude.
Recognized aviation expertise with a strong understanding of airport and/or airline operations, terminal planning and design, and the issues shaping the future of the industry.
Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships with airport and airline clients and contribute to industry dialogue through professional organizations, conferences, presentations, publications, or similar activities.

Responsibilities

Serve as an aviation subject matter expert, bringing industry knowledge, lessons learned, and emerging best practices to our projects and teams.
Provide thought leadership on the evolving aviation industry, including passenger experience, airport operations, technology, resilience, sustainability, and the future of terminal design.
Help grow GFT’s aviation practice by strengthening client relationships, supporting pursuits, and identifying opportunities to expand our services with airport and airline clients.
Be a client facing representative for GFT Architecture, project a positive attitude and be able to gain our client’s trust.
Generate project scopes, schedules, and budgets and be responsible for achieving and/or exceeding our performance in these areas.
Lead complex projects and diverse project teams to serve clients with the aim of deepening our relationships.
Leading through example by driving high-quality production of construction documents, including detailed drawings, specifications, estimates, and more.
Serve as the primary contact with aviation clients on key projects.
Ensure that project quality requirements are followed.
Travel and lead teams on site visits as required for projects.
Bring deep knowledge of airport and airline planning, design, operational requirements, standards, and industry best practices to project teams and clients. Perform comprehensive code, life-safety, and product research.
Lead projects from cradle to grave, starting from initial survey, through design, and through construction.
Lead the development of design concepts and presentations that clearly express the project goals and concepts.
Lead production teams in the development of technical details including coordination with engineering disciplines.
Coordinate work of all disciplines.
Supervise preparation of project specifications.
Supervise the review of shop drawings and construction RFIs.
Help guide and mentor emerging architectural design staff.
Lead and/or assist with the preparation of proposals responding to RFQ’s, RFP’s and other solicitations.