Senior Architect / Interior Designer, Aviation and Food & Beverage in Pittsburgh
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 and retail 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. 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 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.