Aviation Architect
About The Position
The Opportunity Aviation Architect / Project Manager – Charlotte, NC At RS&H, we design more than airports — we create environments that connect people, communities, and experiences. Our Aviation Buildings team is growing, and we’re looking for a talented Aviation Architect / Project Manager to join our Charlotte office and support exciting aviation projects with a focus on work at Charlotte Douglas International Airport. This is an opportunity to work on impactful aviation facilities and complex airport environments alongside architects, engineers, planners, and environmental specialists who collaborate to deliver integrated, future-focused solutions. Aviation architecture at RS&H blends civic, commercial, hospitality, retail, workplace, and transportation design into highly complex and dynamic project environments. We’re looking for a collaborative architect and project leader who enjoys balancing design, technical execution, client relationships, and project leadership in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Requirements
- Registered Architect in good standing
- 7+ years of architectural design experience
- Experience working on major projects or multiple moderate-sized projects
- Demonstrated experience collaborating with multidisciplinary design teams
- Strong architectural design and construction document development capabilities
- Demonstrated Revit BIM production and coordination experience
- Excellent communication and interpersonal relationship skills
- Proven ability to provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff
- Ability and willingness to travel as needed to support client engagements, project activities, site visits, industry events, and professional development opportunities.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited university
- Previous project management experience
- NCARB certification
- Aviation, transportation, commercial, institutional, or large-scale project experience
- Experience with design-build project delivery
- Visualization and graphic capabilities including Adobe Suite, Photoshop, SketchUp, Enscape, Rhino, or Twinmotion
- Experience with Bluebeam and related production tools
- Cross-discipline coordination experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Lead and contribute to the design and delivery of aviation and transportation-related projects
- Work closely with airport clients and multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative architectural solutions
- Help manage project scope, schedules, budgets, staffing, and coordination efforts
- Prepare and review technical documentation, drawings, and specifications
- Coordinate with consultants and internal teams to support successful project delivery from concept through construction
- Mentor junior architects and technical staff while fostering a collaborative team environment
- Conduct quality reviews, field observations, and construction coordination activities
- Support project pursuits, presentations, and client engagement efforts
- Help identify and pursue new business opportunities while building strong client relationships
- Oversee project progress and proactively resolve challenges to maintain alignment with project goals, schedules, and budgets
- Collaborate across disciplines to ensure integrated, high-quality project solutions
- Represent RS&H at industry events, conferences, and client meetings
Benefits
- Employee-owned culture
- Opportunity to do meaningful work
- Work alongside respected aviation professionals
- Employee ownership is broadly shared across the organization
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
