Senior Architect (Aviation)

About The Role:

The Crowd is partnering with a leading, high-profile global design practice that are looking for a Senior Architect to join its NYC team, working on major aviation and airport projects. The studio is known for delivering ambitious, technically complex large-scale projects that bring together design innovation and sustainability.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to significant airport developments, with involvement spanning early concept design, planning, technical development, and construction. The role will include taking ownership of an entire project or leading a key package within a larger multidisciplinary team, depending on the size of project, working closely with project leadership, consultants, and external design partners. Strong skills in working in Schematic Design through to Design Development phases, with technical understanding and Construction Administration experience are essential.

The ideal candidate will combine strong conceptual design skills with the technical understanding and leadership required to deliver complex projects. Aviation experience is highly desirable, particularly across airport terminals and associated facilities. A genuine interest in sustainable design, collaborative working, and mentoring junior team members is important, as well as previous experience managing multiple projects.

This is a full-time, five-day in-studio position, with occasional travel required within North America. The studio offers a comprehensive benefits package, including employer-paid individual medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, 401(k) plan and more.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the design and delivery of large-scale aviation projects, from initial concepts and planning through detailed design and construction administration
• Develop design proposals and resolve architectural, spatial, and technical challenges across complex project stages
• Lead projects, specialist packages, or key design areas in coordination with project directors, project managers, and wider design teams
• Coordinate with engineering consultants, aviation specialists, clients, and external design partners to maintain alignment across project requirements
• Translate design concepts into practical solutions suited to high-traffic airport environments and long-term operational demands
• Oversee design development and technical coordination, ensuring documentation is accurate, coordinated, and delivered to schedule
• Integrate sustainable design strategies into project development, supporting low-carbon outcomes and wider environmental goals
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior architects, supporting their technical development and contribution to project teams
• Contribute to studio initiatives, design reviews, and the continued development of the practice’s design culture
• Support business development activities where relevant, including proposals, project pursuits, client relationships, and market research

Key Skills/Requirements:

• Master’s degree or equivalent five-year professional degree in Architecture from an accredited institution
• 10+ years of relevant professional experience, including at least 3 years in aviation or closely related sectors
• Architectural licensure or professional registration preferred
• Experience working on airport terminals, airside or landside facilities, or other large-scale transportation projects strongly preferred
• Strong conceptual design ability, including experience with master planning, design studies, competitions, and progressing concepts through design development
• Demonstrated experience leading projects, major packages, or specialist disciplines within complex architectural projects
• Proven ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams, engineering consultants, and external design partners
• Proficiency in Revit and Rhino required; familiarity with Grasshopper is beneficial
• Understanding of sustainable design principles, with experience on LEED-certified or net-zero-carbon projects advantageous
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet project deadlines
• Confident communicator, able to present design ideas clearly and provide direction to project teams
• Experience mentoring junior staff and contributing to a collaborative studio environment

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