Senior Project Manager

Green Key Resources; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Parental leave

Wellness benefits

Professional development support

Job summary

Green Key Resources partners with an award-winning multidisciplinary architecture firm to hire a Senior Architect / Interior Designer to lead and grow its Aviation Studio. The role emphasizes design leadership, client relations, and project delivery.

The ideal candidate brings a strong background in airport concessions, hospitality, and high-design spaces, with licensure in PA or OH preferred. Travel regionally and nationally is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Interior Design.
• 15+ years of professional experience in aviation concessions, hospitality, retail, or high-design spaces.
• Architectural licensure in PA or OH preferred; other registrations a plus.
• Proven success leading complex projects and mentoring teams.
• Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Adobe Creative Suite, and SketchUp.
• Experience with 3D visualization and rendering.

Responsibilities

• Lead aviation, retail, and food & beverage projects from concept through construction.
• Serve as primary contact for clients, consultants, and partners.
• Oversee schedules, budgets, staffing, and delivery.
• Support pursuit of new business and strengthen client relationships.
• Provide design direction balancing creativity and technical requirements.
• Coordinate with contractors and consultants through design and construction administration.
• Review drawings and specs to maintain quality and consistency.
• Navigate codes, accessibility, and life-safety standards.
• Mentor junior architects and designers and grow the studio.
• Contribute to the long-term vision of the aviation practice.

Skills

15+ years experience

3D visualization

Team leadership

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Interior Design

15+ years of professional experience

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Adobe Creative Suite

SketchUp

Job description

We are partnering with an award-winning, multidisciplinary architecture firm looking to add an experienced Senior Architect / Interior Designer to help lead and grow its Aviation Studio.

This is a senior-level opportunity for someone who enjoys the intersection of design, client relationships, and project leadership. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in aviation concessions, hospitality, retail, or high-end food & beverage environments, along with the ability to guide projects and mentor developing professionals.

Beyond managing projects, this individual will have a meaningful voice in the continued growth and direction of the studio.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead aviation, retail, and food & beverage projects from initial concept through construction and completion.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, consultants, and project partners.
• Oversee project schedules, budgets, staffing, and overall delivery.
• Help pursue new business opportunities and strengthen existing client relationships.
• Provide design direction while balancing creativity, functionality, and technical requirements.
• Coordinate with contractors and consultants throughout design and construction administration.
• Review drawings, specifications, and deliverables to maintain quality and consistency.
• Navigate building codes, accessibility requirements, and life-safety standards.
• Mentor junior architects and designers while helping develop a collaborative, high-performing team.
• Contribute to the long-term vision and growth of the firm's aviation practice.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Interior Design.
• 15+ years of professional experience, ideally with a focus on airport terminal concessions, retail, hospitality, or high-design food & beverage spaces.
• Architectural licensure in Pennsylvania or Ohio preferred, with additional state registrations a plus.
• Proven experience leading complex projects and managing client relationships.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, building systems, materials, and applicable codes.
• Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Adobe Creative Suite, and SketchUp.
• Experience with 3D visualization and rendering.
• Strong design sensibility paired with technical expertise.
• Previous experience mentoring or leading project teams.
• A collaborative, entrepreneurial mindset and an interest in helping grow a specialized practice.
• Willingness to travel regionally and nationally as projects require.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This is an established, design-focused firm with a strong reputation for its work, employee retention, and investment in its people.

The organization offers the resources and project portfolio of a larger practice while maintaining a collaborative, studio-driven environment where individuals have the opportunity to make a real impact.

A few highlights:

• Opportunity to help shape and expand an established Aviation Studio.
• Exposure to unique, high-profile projects across the country.
• Direct involvement with clients and firm leadership.
• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Generous paid time off, parental leave, and wellness benefits.
• Professional development support, including licensure and continuing education.
• A supportive culture that values creativity, collaboration, and long-term career growth.

Location: Pittsburgh, PA or Cleveland, OH