Senior Architect / Interior Designer, Food & Beverage Concessions

LGA Partners • Pittsburgh, PA

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

LGA Partners is seeking a Senior Architect / Interior Designer with expertise in Food & Beverage Concessions and Aviation. This role is responsible for the execution and delivery of various projects of varying complexity. The position will contribute to the vision and growth of LGA’s Aviation Studio by leading project pursuits, managing complex client accounts, and mentoring a junior team. The ideal candidate will lead and collaborate with project teams through all phases of design and construction, ensuring alignment with client goals, budgets, and schedules. They will manage contract negotiations, develop and drive designs that balance technical and aesthetic perspectives, and direct daily construction administration efforts. This role involves developing, monitoring, and maintaining detailed project schedules, work plans, and staffing strategies, as well as establishing and managing project budgets. The Senior Architect / Interior Designer will evaluate and select building systems and materials, conduct thorough site analyses, and review team deliverables for accuracy and completeness. Ensuring compliance with accessibility, building, and life-safety codes is crucial. The role also includes mentoring Aviation Studio staff, acting as the primary point of contact for clients and stakeholders, and promoting a culture of creativity and high design standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture or Interior Design
• 15+ years of experience, specifically terminal concessions, retail, or high-design food & beverage
• 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

Responsibilities

• 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

Benefits

• Competitive, experience-based compensation packages
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• A generous 401(k) plan
• Robust paid time off, including parental leave and personal wellness days
• Annual professional development stipends
• Continuing education through lunch & learns, guided tours, conferences, and study groups
• Flexible work schedules

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior