Senior Architect - Aviation

Gresham Smith in; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Gresham Smith in Richmond, VA seeks a Senior Architect - Aviation with a strong project management background to lead major airport design projects. You will mentor teams, manage scope, schedule and budget, and collaborate with aviation practice groups locally and firmwide.

Qualifications include 10+ years as an architectural project manager, airport terminal or landside experience at large hubs, and degrees in architecture. Excellent communication and financial management skills are required.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience as architectural project manager.
• Airport terminal or landside experience at medium to large hub airports.
• Bachelor of Architecture or Master of Architecture from an accredited program.
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills; effective public speaking; solid financial management and MS Office proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction for execution of significant aviation projects.
• Mentor and coach junior team members; foster respect and trust among senior staff.
• Develop and manage client relationships and project scope, budget, and schedule.
• Collaborate with the firmwide Aviation Practice and local offices to grow the practice.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Architecture

Master of Architecture

Job description

Senior Architect - Aviation (Finance)

The Senior Project Manager will provide leadership and direction for the execution of significant aviation projects. The best candidate will lead by example, mentor and coach junior-level team members and foster an environment of mutual respect and trust among senior-level team members.

Responsibilities:

• Client management, project scope development, design documentation, production coordination, planning, organizing, directing, financial management, marketing assistance, project quality control and delivery.
• Create, foster and sustain client relationships.
• Collaborate with other professionals to continue growing our aviation design practice.
• Provide leadership and direction for the execution of significant aviation projects.
• Work in close collaboration with both the firmwide Aviation Practice and the local offices.
• Execute assignments within the firm's core values of "Teamwork, Respect, Integrity and Commitment."

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of 10 years' experience as an architectural project manager role.
• Airport terminal or landside experience at medium to large hub airports preferable, large / complex project / program experience required.
• Bachelor of Architecture from an accredited university or a 4-year degree with a Master of Architecture.
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills, good public speaking ability, strong project financial management skills, knowledge of production support systems and personal computer proficiency in MS Office Suite.

Gresham Smith is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate. Everyone is invited to apply!