Architectural Sr. Project Manager, Aviation

GFT•Miami, FL

3d•$140,000 - $185,000•Hybrid

About The Position

GFT is seeking a Senior Architectural Project Manager with an aviation focus to join its growing national aviation practice. The role may be based in the Denver, Phoenix, Dallas, or South Florida offices, with candidates elsewhere nationwide also considered. It follows a hybrid work model that requires regular office attendance. The successful candidate will bring deep aviation expertise, strong airport and airline client relationships, and insight into the future of airport design. They will lead significant projects, shape the practice’s approach, mentor staff, and contribute to the firm’s position in the aviation market. GFT describes this as a long-term professional investment and will work with the hire to establish a career track.

Requirements

Licensed or registered architect in the United States.
Bachelor of Architecture or Master of Architecture degree.
15 years of experience with aviation projects.
Effective writing and communication skills, with attention to detail in design.
Ability to collaborate with staff and clients on multiple projects.
In-depth knowledge of International Building Codes, NFPA, ADA, LEED, and related standards.
Organized, positive, collaborative, and team-oriented approach.
Recognized aviation expertise and strong understanding of airport and/or airline operations, terminal planning and design, and issues shaping the industry’s future.
Demonstrated ability to build trusted airport and airline client relationships.

Nice To Haves

Contribute to industry dialogue through professional organizations, conferences, presentations, publications, or similar activities.

Responsibilities

Serve as an aviation subject matter expert, sharing industry knowledge, lessons learned, emerging best practices, and insight with project teams.
Provide thought leadership on passenger experience, airport operations, technology, resilience, sustainability, and the future of terminal design.
Help grow GFT’s aviation practice by strengthening client relationships, supporting pursuits, and identifying opportunities to expand services with airport and airline clients.
Represent GFT Architecture in client-facing settings and build client trust.
Develop project scopes, schedules, and budgets, and be accountable for meeting or exceeding performance expectations.
Lead complex projects and diverse teams, with the aim of deepening client relationships.
Lead high-quality construction-document production, including drawings, specifications, and estimates.
Serve as the primary contact for aviation clients on key projects.
Ensure project quality requirements are followed.
Travel and lead teams on project site visits as required.
Apply knowledge of airport and airline planning, design, operational requirements, standards, and best practices; perform code, life-safety, and product research.
Lead projects from initial survey through design and construction.
Lead development of design concepts and presentations that clearly communicate project goals and concepts.
Lead production teams in developing technical details and coordinating with engineering disciplines.
Coordinate the work of all disciplines.
Supervise preparation of project specifications.
Supervise review of shop drawings and construction RFIs.
Guide and mentor emerging architectural design staff.
Lead or assist with proposals responding to RFQs, RFPs, and other solicitations.