Terminal Planner

Global Infrastructure•Chicago, IL

40d•$95,000 - $130,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Landrum & Brown is a global aviation consulting firm seeking a Terminal Planner to join their growing team in Chicago. This role offers the opportunity to play a leading part in shaping terminal projects for busy airports across the U.S. The firm emphasizes its leadership in Terminal and Aviation Planning, valuing adaptability, creativity, and inclusivity. They are looking for individuals whose expertise will be valued, ideas heard, and careers grown.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Architecture, Planning, Urban Planning, Aviation, or related field.
5–7+ years of experience in airport planning, with strong expertise in terminal planning.
Knowledge of how operations, passenger flow, facilities, and landside/airfield interfaces shape successful airports.
Experience delivering and managing commercial terminal planning projects at small, medium, or large hub airports.
Strong proficiency with AutoCAD, SketchUp, Revit, and Microsoft Office.
Strong communication and leadership skills, with experience guiding teams and engaging clients.
Familiarity with U.S. and international airport planning standards, regulatory frameworks, and the customer experience dimension of modern airports.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, Bluebeam, or modeling tools.

Responsibilities

Lead planning studies and assessments for commercial terminal expansion, airport/landside master plans, program implementation, and advisory services.
Scope and deliver projects spanning terminal, airfield, apron, and landside planning.
Analyze data, assess demand and capacity, benchmark, and apply modeling/simulation tools.
Prepare technical reports, presentations, and client deliverables.
Guide project meetings, support business development efforts, and engage with industry stakeholders.
Mentor and provide direction to junior team members.