Airport Planning & Development, Assistant Director- Architecture
About The Position
The Assistant Director of Architecture oversees the design management of architectural projects for the Department of Aviation. Most designs are developed by on-call consultants under contract to the department. Design management includes task orders, budgets, technical design details, and schedules for new buildings and renovations. The role also assists with airport-wide roadway signage and graphics, sustainability, and capital, tenant, and concessions design-submittal review groups. When workload allows, the Assistant Director may manage self-perform design. The position works under the direction of the Director of Architecture, with minimal supervision and direction focused on strategic objectives and project details. It supports the Director of Architecture within Infrastructure Planning and Development and Department senior staff, and manages and mentors staff involved in designing, building, and maintaining airport facilities safely and efficiently.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in architecture. On an exceptional basis, additional experience may substitute for the degree, with at least 12 years of related professional experience in medium and large hub airport construction, industrial/commercial design and construction, or a similar area, including experience as a project architect, supervisor, team leader, or design manager.
- Eight years of work experience in medium and large hub airport construction, industrial/commercial design and construction, or a similar area, with experience as a project architect, supervisor, team leader, or design manager.
- Knowledge of project management and design processes involved in project planning, design, and construction, ideally at medium and large hub airports.
- Ability to manage architectural design consultants and guide preparation of designs and specifications so projects meet schedule and budget.
- Ability to read and interpret airport-related design drawings and specifications.
- Skills in developing teams to deliver successful projects.
- Ability to develop creative solutions, exercise discretion, and make timely decisions.
- Ability and willingness to communicate project developments, including unfavorable news, to superiors.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills with stakeholders.
- Ability to research issues in preparation for meetings with senior Department staff and prepare clear PowerPoint presentations and well-written briefings.
- Ability to ask questions when faced with unfamiliar design or project-management situations.
- Broad knowledge of architectural design principles, practices, and procedures, preferably with airport-related and/or industrial/commercial design experience.
- Solid knowledge of applicable building and engineering codes, NFPA code, and ADA regulations.
Nice To Haves
- Registered (licensed) architect.
- Master’s degree in architecture or a related area.
- Ten years of work experience in medium and large hub airport design and construction or similar areas, with experience as a project architect, supervisor, team leader, or design manager.
Responsibilities
- Implement landside, airside, and cargo projects from planning through facility commissioning.
- Coordinate with affected stakeholders, including Department of Aviation business units, airlines and their liaison representatives, consultants, and federal agencies such as the FAA and TSA.
- Review designs for compliance with Department of Aviation architectural design standards, architectural principles, customer contract requirements, and specifications.
- Evaluate and approve design changes, specifications, and drawing releases.
- Participate in design consultant selection.
- Communicate project challenges and solutions to Department executives.
- Manage staff and develop and mentor less experienced staff members.
- Manage architectural design consultants, task orders, design budgets, technical details, and schedules.
- Assist with management of airport-wide roadway signage and graphics, sustainability, and capital, tenant, and concessions design-submittal review groups.
- Manage self-perform design when workload allows.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
