Senior Architect / Interior Designer, Food & Beverage Concessions
About the role
LGA Partners, a leading architecture firm headquartered in Pittsburgh, is seeking a Senior Client Manager to lead and collaborate with project teams through all phases of design and construction, manage contract negotiations, develop and drive designs, direct construction administration efforts, establish and manage project budgets, evaluate building systems and materials, conduct site analyses, review team deliverables, ensure compliance with codes, mentor a junior team, act as a primary point of contact for clients, promote a culture of creativity, and provide vision and growth for the practice.
Responsibilities
- Lead and collaborate with project teams through all phases of design and construction, ensuring alignment with client goals, budgets, and schedules
- Manage contract negotiations with clients
- Develop and drive designs that balance technical and aesthetic perspectives
- Direct daily construction administration efforts, including coordination with contractors, consultants, and clients to ensure timely project execution
- Develop, monitor, and maintain detailed project schedules, work plans, and staffing strategies
- Establish and manage project budgets throughout the project lifecycle including negotiating scope changes and profitable revenue targets
- Evaluate and select building systems and materials that support design goals and performance standards
- Conduct thorough site analyses
- Review team deliverables for accuracy, completeness, and alignment with project budgets and timelines
- Ensure compliance with accessibility, building, and life-safety codes across a range of complex project scopes
- Mentor, provide oversight, and monitor the work performed by Aviation Studio staff
- Act as primary point of contact for clients, consultants, vendors and contractors
- Promote a culture of creativity, critical thinking, and high design standards within the team and LGA
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture or Interior Design
- 15+ years of experience, specifically terminal concessions, retail, or high-design food & beverage
- Licensed architect in PA or OH, multistate registration desired
- Thorough knowledge of building construction systems, materials, code, and industry standards
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, Bluebeam, REVIT, AutoCAD, and SketchUp. 3D rendering skills required
- Strong design and technical skills
- Effective communication and collaboration with clients, consultants, and team members
- Previous team leadership experience required
- Can provide vision and growth mindset for practice
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment and on multiple projects simultaneously
- Love of traveling
Qualifications
- Competitive, experience-based compensation packages
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Company-paid life and disability insurance
- A generous 401(k) plan
- Roadsided paid time off, including parental leave and personal wellness days
- An annual professional development stipend
- Continuing education opportunities
- Flexible work schedules
- Company-sponsored celebrations
Skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational and project management skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Knowledge of building codes and standards
- Proficiency in design software
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Company-paid life and disability insurance
- A generous 401(k) plan
- Roadsided paid time off, including parental leave and personal wellness days
- An annual professional development stipend
- Continuing education opportunities
- Flexible work schedules
- Company-sponsored celebrations
Pay
Competitive, experience-based compensation packages
Schedule
Full-time position with regional (25%) and national (10%) travel required
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