Project Director - Architecture Terminal Planning Leader

HNTB; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 207,686 - 331,758; Full time

Job summary

HNTB is seeking an Aviation Architecture Project Director – Terminal Planner in Seattle, WA. The candidate will lead large terminal planning efforts at significant airports, responsible for managing multimillion-dollar projects and serving as the primary client contact. With a Bachelor's in Architecture and at least 15 years of experience, the ideal candidate should possess strong analytical and communication skills. The role offers competitive compensation within the $207,686.38 - $331,758.78 range for the Greater Seattle area, along with opportunities for mentorship and professional growth.

Qualifications

• 15 years of relevant experience in architecture or related field.
• Proficient in managing multimillion-dollar projects.
• Experience in client liaising for project completion.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of mega projects.
• Prepare strategic plans for project success.
• Coordinate project efforts for efficient execution.
• Estimates fees and prepares proposals and contracts.
• Oversee less experienced project managers.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Project management

Budget management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or related field

Job description

What We're Looking For

Flexible location: candidates can work from any HNTB office.

HNTB’s award‑winning Architectural Practice is growing—and this is an exciting moment to come on board. We are looking for a dynamic, forward‑thinking Aviation Architecture Project Director – Terminal Planner to help lead major terminal planning efforts at some of the country’s largest and most iconic airports.

The ideal candidate brings strong analytical and communication skills, a passion for aviation planning, and a curiosity‑driven mindset when tackling design challenges. If you’re ready to shape the future of airport experiences while mentoring others and collaborating across disciplines, we want to meet you.

At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee‑owners.

This opportunity entails being responsible for the profitable operation of multiple projects or mega projects with revenue exceeding $3,000,000/year. Responsible for the coordination of all project efforts to assure efficient and cost‑effective execution. Serves as primary liaison contact with clients to bring projects to completion on schedule, within the budget and with maximum client satisfaction. Handles the most complex projects of the largest magnitude.

What You'll Do

• Has full responsibility for managing all aspects of mega projects.
• Prepares strategic plans for project success.
• Responsible for the coordination of all project efforts, administrative and technical, to assure the most efficient and cost‑effective execution of assigned projects.
• Serves as primary liaison contact with the clients to bring projects to completion on schedule, within budget and with maximum client satisfaction.
• Provides oversight and monitoring of work to less experienced project managers.
• Actively manages client’s budget, schedule and program; HNTB budget and schedule; project communications and documentation; office administrative tasks; and project team assignments.
• Estimates fees, determines scope of work, and prepares proposals and contracts on the most complex projects of the largest magnitude.
• Coordinates work efforts and reviews work performed.
• Provides for quality management.
• Acts as a champion for the team.
• Responsible for hiring, firing, promotion, discipline, performance review, work allocation, training and mentoring of staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or related field and 15 years of relevant experience.

What We Prefer

• 20 years of experience
• Master’s degree
• RA

Additional Information

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Locations

Atlanta, GA, Austin, TX, Chicago, IL, Dallas, TX, Denver, CO, Kansas City, MO, Los Angeles, CA (Figueroa Street), Miami, FL, New York, NY, Philadelphia, PA (Pennsylvania), Seattle, WA (Downtown), Tampa, FL, Washington, DC

Pay Range

The approximate pay range for each location is provided as follows (subject to change):

• New York: $180,596.86 - $360,607.36
• Los Angeles Metro Area and Orange County, CA: $207,686.38 - $331,758.78
• Greater Seattle, WA Metro Area: $207,686.38 - $331,758.78
• Colorado: $198,656.54 - $317,334.48
• Washington, DC: $207,686.38 - $331,758.78
• Illinois: $198,656.54 - $317,334.48
• Nationwide: $180,596.86 - $360,607.36

Application Deadline

The anticipated last day to apply is 08/30/2026. The position may be unposted before this date if filled or no longer needed.