Senior Project Architect- Aviation
LGA Partners, a leading architecture firm headquartered in Pittsburgh, is currently seeking a Senior Project Architect who will be responsible for execution and delivery of aviation projects of varying size and 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
- Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture
- 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. 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
- 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, including annual employer contributions with no match requirements
- 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
- 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
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