Senior Architect

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. Key Responsibilities Lead and coordinate all phases of architectural projects, from concept through constructionDrive project development, including scope definition, scheduling, budgeting, and consultant coordinationLead and participate in client, stakeholder, and agency meetings, particularly for aviation and public-sector projectsPrepare and guide conceptual, schematic, and design development solutions, including renovations and restoration effortsSupport and oversee design and production teams, including mentoring junior staff and intern architectsPerform construction administration services, including shop drawing review, RFIs, site visits, and punch listsExecute 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 complianceContribute to business development efforts, such as proposal development, qualifications packages, interviews, and client relationship buildingCollaborate with leadership to identify new opportunities within aviation, municipal, and restoration markets Qualifications & Experience Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture (Master’s preferred)Licensed Architect (RA) or actively pursuing licensureMinimum of 10+ years of relevant experience with an A/E consulting or construction-related firmDemonstrated 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 desirableStrong planning and organizational skills with proven success managing multiple projects simultaneouslyExtensive knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and construction administration practicesAdvanced proficiency in Revit and architectural production workflowsExcellent communication skills, including technical writing, public speaking, and client presentationsInterest and experience in mentoring and developing junior staffHigh attention to detail with experience in quality control and assurance oversightCollaborative team player who positively contributes to office culture and firm growthInterest in business development, client engagement, and long‑term relationship building About Passero: founded in 1972, Passero Associates has a staff of more than 180 professionals in nine offices providing high-quality, value-oriented architecture, aviation, civil and structural engineering, planning, transportation, and survey services throughout the northeastern, southeastern, and midwestern United States. As a full-service professional AEC firm, our technical teams specialize in traffic engineering, sustainability, program management, design-build, construction observation, 3D visualization, and virtual infrastructure services and solutions. We have the resources needed to manage all aspects of your project that ensure adherence to schedule, quality, and cost. Passero develops projects that our clients can be proud of for years to come. At Passero Associates , Our People Make the Difference. Service. Solutions. Results. EOE/AA - Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran. Passero Associates is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to better serve our clients, our people and the community. Passero Associates is not able to sponsor visas Recognized nationally by the Zweig Group as one of the “Best Firms to Work For,” Passero Associates is a growing multi-disciplinary consulting firm providing planning, engineering, architectural design, structural, surveying, sustainability, program management, design-build, construction administration and inspection services throughout six offices in the northeastern, midwestern, and southeastern United States.