Project Manager, Aviation (Terminal Design)

About the role

TYLin is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative, cost-effective, constructible designs for the global infrastructure market. With over 3,000 employees throughout the Americas, Asia, and Europe, the firm supports projects of varying size and complexity, enhancing conventional designs with smarter, more resilient systems, improving mobility, and stewarding precious resources through sustainable solutions.

TYLin is seeking an experienced Project Manager – Aviation (Terminal Design) to lead the planning, design, and delivery of complex airport terminal projects for major aviation programs. This role offers the opportunity to join a globally recognized aviation practice and contribute to the transformation of some of the world’s most important airport facilities. The successful candidate will have a strong background in airport terminal design and redevelopment, proven experience leading multidisciplinary design teams on major terminal projects in the United States or internationally, and the ability to coordinate architects, engineers, planners, specialty consultants, airport stakeholders, airlines, and operational teams to deliver innovative, functional, and passenger‑focused terminal environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design delivery of major airport terminal projects, including new construction, renovations, expansions, and modernization programs.
• Manage multidisciplinary design teams including architects, engineers, planners, interior designers, aviation specialists, and specialty consultants.
• Serve as the primary project interface with airport owners, airlines, tenants, regulatory agencies, and other key stakeholders.
• Coordinate all phases of terminal design, including programming, concept design, schematic design, design development, construction documentation, and construction administration.
• Develop and manage project scope, schedule, budget, staffing plans, and delivery strategies.
• Facilitate design coordination meetings and ensure alignment between architectural, engineering, operational, and stakeholder requirements.
• Guide teams through complex design challenges related to passenger flow, security, baggage handling, concessions, accessibility, and airport operations.
• Review and manage design deliverables, technical submissions, and quality assurance processes.
• Coordinate with construction teams to support constructability reviews, phasing strategies, and implementation planning.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies to maintain design quality, schedule, and budget objectives.
• Prepare executive‑level presentations, project reports, and client communications.
• Mentor junior project managers and contribute to the continued growth of TYLin’s Aviation practice.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Planning, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of progressive experience managing airport terminal design and redevelopment projects.
• Demonstrated experience delivering major terminal projects at commercial airports in the United States or internationally.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary design teams on complex aviation projects.
• Strong understanding of airport terminal planning, architectural design, passenger processing, and operational requirements.
• Proven ability to manage project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and client expectations.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience coordinating with airport authorities, airlines, tenants, contractors, and regulatory agencies.

Qualifications

• Registered Architect (RA) or Professional Engineer (PE) license (preferred).
• Experience delivering projects for the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey (PANYNJ).
• Experience with major hub airports and large‑scale terminal redevelopment programs.
• Experience with alternative delivery methods including Design‑Build, Progressive Design‑Build, CMAR, or Public‑Private Partnerships (P3).
• Experience with airport‑specific design standards and regulatory requirements.
• PMP certification (preferred).

Benefits

• Extensive medical, disability, and life insurance coverage.
• Continuing education benefits.
• Paid time off.
• Employee assistance program.
• Retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.

Pay

The base compensation range for this position is $153,600 – $210,600 annually, reflecting local market considerations and the candidate’s unique skills, experience, education, and competencies.