Lead Architectural Restoration Project Director

Thornton Tomasetti; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 96,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401k with match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Commuter benefits

Wellness programs

Job summary

Thornton Tomasetti in Newark, NJ, seeks a Project Director for our Restoration and Renewal Practice to own complex rehabilitation challenges and guide junior engineers. You’ll shape high‑performance solutions for existing buildings while coordinating across disciplines and contributing to project management and client discussions.

You will lead condition assessments, prepare designs and specifications, and mentor the team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture, or a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• 4+ years of experience in building envelope restoration, preservation architecture, or forensic investigation.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or Revit, and experience developing drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and refine condition assessments, repair or rehabilitation design tasks, adapting technical skills and solving existing‑building challenges.
• Drive the quality of deliverables by organizing information clearly, reviewing junior staff’s work, and tailoring drawings to project scope.
• Coordinate with architects, envelope consultants, contractors, and engineers, taking day‑to‑day technical decisions.
• Support and mentor junior team members through delegation and feedback, fostering a collaborative team culture.
• Grow leadership by assisting with project management activities, proposals, site visits, and client-facing opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team coordination

Problem solving

AutoCAD

Revit

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Architecture or Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Thornton Tomasetti in Newark, NJ, seeks a Project Director for our Restoration and Renewal Practice to own complex rehabilitation challenges and guide junior engineers. You’ll shape high‑performance solutions for existing buildings while coordinating across disciplines and contributing to project management and client discussions.

You will lead condition assessments, prepare designs and specifications, and mentor the team.