Senior Architect

Passero Associates•Dayton, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Passero Associates’ Dayton, Ohio office is seeking a talented Senior Architect to join our collaborative, growing team. This full‑time role offers the opportunity to lead and contribute to a diverse portfolio of municipal, aviation, and restoration projects. Our work tackles challenging design problems and delivers innovative solutions that enhance communities and critical infrastructure. This position is ideal for a motivated architect who combines strong technical expertise with client‑focused leadership and an interest in business development and practice growth.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture (Master’s preferred)
Licensed Architect (RA) or actively pursuing licensure
Minimum of 10+ years of relevant experience with an A/E consulting or construction-related firm
Strong planning and organizational skills with proven success managing multiple projects simultaneously
Extensive knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and construction administration practices
Advanced proficiency in Revit and architectural production workflows
Excellent communication skills, including technical writing, public speaking, and client presentations
Interest and experience in mentoring and developing junior staff
High attention to detail with experience in quality control and assurance oversight
Collaborative team player who positively contributes to office culture and firm growth
Interest in business development, client engagement, and long‑term relationship building

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience with aviation facilities, such as terminals, hangars, support buildings, or airside/landside infrastructure (preferred)
Experience with restoration, renovation, or historic preservation projects is highly desirable

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate all phases of architectural projects, from concept through construction
Drive project development, including scope definition, scheduling, budgeting, and consultant coordination
Lead and participate in client, stakeholder, and agency meetings, particularly for aviation and public-sector projects
Prepare and guide conceptual, schematic, and design development solutions, including renovations and restoration efforts
Support and oversee design and production teams, including mentoring junior staff and intern architects
Perform construction administration services, including shop drawing review, RFIs, site visits, and punch lists
Execute final preparation and quality control of all design documents (drawings, reports, and specifications)
Apply deep knowledge of building codes, aviation regulations, and restoration standards to ensure compliance
Contribute to business development efforts, such as proposal development, qualifications packages, interviews, and client relationship building
Collaborate with leadership to identify new opportunities within aviation, municipal, and restoration markets