Aviation Buildings Regional Leader

RS&H•Houston, TX

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

RS&H is seeking a Regional Aviation Buildings Leader / Project Director to grow its Aviation Buildings practice across Texas and the South Central United States. This strategic role offers the chance to build from existing RS&H aviation relationships and on-call contracts at numerous TX airports, shaping long-term growth in one of the country's most active aviation markets. This is not a maintenance role or a standard project delivery assignment; it is a chance to help define RS&H's Aviation Buildings growth story in Texas. The role focuses on client relationships, market intelligence, and business development while staying close enough to delivery to ensure clients receive the technical quality and responsiveness they expect. As the market grows, this leader will also have the opportunity to help build and shape the regional team around the work. With multi-billion dollar programs at major Texas airports, the focus is on transformations including terminal modernization, roadway improvements, passenger experience upgrades, and long-term capital investment. For a senior aviation professional who understands how airport work is won, nurtured, and delivered, this role offers a meaningful opportunity to influence RS&H's strategy in a market that matters. RS&H is recognized among the nation's leading design firms by Engineering News-Record, offering candidates the reach of a nationally recognized firm without feeling like a number, with meaningful aviation work, direct client impact, experienced technical teams, and the ability to influence growth in a region where the opportunity is real.

Requirements

Degree in architecture from an NAAB-accredited program or equivalent experience.
15 years of relevant experience, including leadership across multiple disciplines and recognition as a thought leader.
Active license in good standing, with knowledge of state and local building codes, zoning laws, fire regulations, and applicable ordinances.
Proven ability to make decisions with significant organizational impact and recommend strategies that influence outcomes.
Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate with senior leadership on matters of strategic importance.
Strong project management capability, with PMP certification preferred.
Attention to detail, strong follow-through, and the ability to work independently with general direction from leadership.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, build strong client and stakeholder relationships, demonstrate professional courage, and effectively guide and influence others.

Nice To Haves

Existing influence at DAL, DFW and HAS is highly valued.
Leaders with strong relationships at other TX airports who have the credibility, presence, and entrepreneurial drive to expand RS&H's reach throughout the region.
PMP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a regional aviation market growth strategy.
Expand RS&H's Aviation Buildings presence across all large, medium and small hub airports in the region.
Build and deepen relationships with airport leaders, stakeholders, partners, and clients.
Identify future opportunities before formal procurements are released.
Lead and support multidisciplinary pursuits that align with client needs and market priorities.
Partner with internal architecture, engineering, planning, program management, and advisory professionals to deliver strong client outcomes.
Help grow and shape the regional Aviation Buildings team as the market expands.

Benefits

Competitive compensation
Benefits
Retirement support
Paid time off
Professional development
Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Employee assistance program
Retirement and financial protection programs (401(k), short‑ and long‑term disability)
Paid holidays
Paid parental leave
HSA funding up to $1,200 annually