Aviation Architect

About the role

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.

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
• Coverage 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
• 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

Requirements

• Registered Architect in good standing
• 7+ years of architectural design experience
• 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
• Prominent 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

Preferred Qualifications

• 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
• Visualization and graphic capabilities including Adobe Suite, Photoshop, SketchUp, Enscape, Rhino, or Twinmotion
• Experience with design-build project delivery
• Experience with Bluebeam and related production tools
• Cross-discipline coordination experience