Senior Architect / Interior Designer, Aviation and Food & Beverage

LGA Partners, LP; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical/Dental/Vision

Life and disability insurance

401(k)

Paid time off including parental leave

Professional development stipends

Lunch & learns and education

Flexible schedules

Company events

Job summary

LGA Partners, an architecture firm with a national footprint, is seeking a Senior Architect / Interior Designer to lead aviation and food & beverage projects. You will manage client relationships, guide design through all phases, oversee budgeting and scheduling, and mentor the Aviation Studio team to deliver high-design, code-compliant solutions.

Position offers regional travel, collaboration with marketing for proposals, and opportunities to influence growth across projects from Pittsburgh to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture or Interior Design.
• 10+ years in aviation, terminal concessions and retail or high-end F&B.
• Licensed architect in PA or OH; multistate registration desired.
• Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp and Adobe Bluebeam; strong rendering skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead design teams through all phases of design and construction.
• Manage contract negotiations with clients.
• Develop designs balancing technical and aesthetic perspectives.
• Direct daily construction administration with contractors and consultants.
• Develop, monitor, and maintain detailed project schedules and staffing.
• Establish and manage project budgets and scope changes.
• Evaluate building systems and materials for design goals.
• Conduct thorough site analyses and ensure code compliance.
• Mentor Aviation Studio staff and act as primary client contact.
• Promote creativity and high design standards within the team.

Skills

Project leadership

Client management

Team collaboration

Communication

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture or Interior Design

Tools

REVIT

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Bluebeam

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior Architect / Interior Designer, Aviation and Food & Beverage

LGA Partners, a leading architecture firm headquartered in Pittsburgh, is currently seeking a Senior Client Manager who will be responsible for execution and delivery of various, small projects of varying complexity. This role will contribute to the vision and growth of LGA's Aviation Studio by leading project pursuits, while partnering with the Marketing Team to develop proposals and presentations.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Lead and collaborate with project teams through all phases of design and construction, ensuring alignment with client goals, budgets, and schedules
• Manage contract negotiations with clients
• Develop and drive designs that balance technical and aesthetic perspectives
• Direct daily construction administration efforts, including coordination with contractors, consultants, and clients to ensure timely project execution
• Develop, monitor, and maintain detailed project schedules, work plans, and staffing strategies
• Establish and manage project budgets throughout the project lifecycle including negotiating scope changes and profitable revenue targets
• Evaluate and select building systems and materials that support design goals and performance standards
• Conduct thorough site analyses
• Review team deliverables for accuracy, completeness, and alignment with project budgets and timelines
• Ensure compliance with accessibility, building, and life-safety codes across a range of complex project scopes
• Mentor, provide oversight, and monitor the work performed by Aviation Studio staff
• Act as primary point of contact for clients, consultants, vendors and contractors
• Promote a culture of creativity, critical thinking, and high design standards within the team and LGA

What You Bring to the Table

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture or Interior Design
• 10+ years of in aviation, specifically terminal concessions and retail OR high-end, high-design food & beverage
• Licensed architect in PA or OH, multistate registration desired
• Thorough knowledge of building construction systems, materials, code, and industry standards
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, Bluebeam, REVIT, AutoCAD, and SketchUp. 3D rendering skills required
• Strong design and technical skills
• Effective communication and collaboration with clients, consultants, and team members.
• Previous team leadership experience required
• Can provide vision and growth mindset for practice
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and on multiple project simultaneously
• Love of traveling

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• This role can sit in either of LGA's office locations: Pittsburgh or Cleveland
• Travel required: Regional (25%) and National (10%)
• Prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer
• Manual dexterity for sketching, computer, and phone usage
• Walking, standing, and traversing various terrain frequently
• Lifting, pushing, pulling up to 25 pounds at times

Why LGA? Here’s What Sets Us Apart

We take immense pride in being the only architecture firm in the region to earn the Pittsburgh Business Times Best Places to Work award for seven consecutive years and to be recognized as an AIA Pennsylvania EPiC Firm for our commitment to emerging professionals. At LGA, our work spans the nation and beyond, but our strength starts within. We’re a studio-driven firm fueled by innovation, collaboration, and a shared commitment to delivering thoughtful, award-winning design. What sets us apart is our people-first culture — built on curiosity, mutual respect, and a genuine investment in every team member’s growth. We embrace the diverse perspectives that shape our studios and strengthen our practice, knowing that great design comes from dynamic and collaborative teams.

What You’ll Enjoy as Part of LGA

• Competitive, experience-based compensation packages
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage to support your well-being
• Company-paid life and disability insurance — because your peace of mind matters
• A generous 401(k) plan to invest in your future
• Robust paid time off, including parental leave and personal wellness days
• Annual professional development stipends to support licensure, conferences, and more
• Continuing education through lunch & learns, guided tours, conferences, and study groups
• Flexible work schedules that empower work-life harmony
• A calendar full of company-sponsored celebrations — from semi-annual parties to monthly town halls, happy hours, and community outreach events

LGA is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, job training, fringe benefits classifications, referral and other aspects of employment without bias or discrimination towards race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity/ expression or any other protected characteristic as established by law.