Project Manager – Aviation

Gensler

Project Manager at Gensler managing large architectural aviation projects and collaborating with clients and teams. Focused on design solutions and project delivery in Washington, D.C.

Posted 5/29/2026full-timeWashington • District of Columbia, Pennsylvania, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $138,000 - $173,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage all phases of design throughout project scope for large complex architectural projects, including project set-up and entitlements, design and construction administration
Coordinate with Studio Directors, Design Directors, Technical Directors, project team members, clients and other project stakeholders to execute realization of project design goals
Present design and technical solutions in collaboration with the larger design team
Lead communication between project team, clients, vendors, contractors, consultants, and building and permitting officials
Create and communicate clear and attainable project objectives and project requirements
Assist in the allocation of staff to specific tasks within the overall project scope
Manage project scheduling, budgets, and Start Smart set up with clients, sub-contractors, vendors and consultants
Prepare project work-plans and manage a range of team sizes, comprised of architects, interior designers, job captains and consultants
Serve as the main point of contact for clients; lead client and stakeholder meetings
Actively manage, track and be accountable for financial performance of projects
Prepare proposals, negotiate contracts and fees, coordinate bidding process, partner with Project Accountant to support invoicing
Ensure projects conform to contract
Manage client expectations, team communication and oversight of consultant coordination
Establish and maintain ongoing, productive client relationships
Actively contribute to office activities, initiatives and learning programs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture is preferred
15+ years of project experience in an architectural or engineering practice on large complex projects
Aviation project experience is required
Excellent project delivery and design management skills
Able to accurately assess project status, anticipate problems and make a plan to manage the unexpected in a controlled manner
Communicate project information in a clear, complete and explicit manner up and down the organization with clients, studio/office leaders, team members and other project stakeholders
Confident, assertive communicator who has the courage to challenge others, and initiate and drive ideas and solutions forward
Able to manage and optimize time to ensure projects are executed efficiently and on schedule
Able to prioritize and delegate tasks effectively to the appropriate team member
Experience with Bluebeam Revu, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator), and MS Office
Working knowledge of building codes, standards, building construction, and building structures
Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices; Portfolios will ideally include at least one project (especially built projects with LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL Building Standard, Fitwel, and/or Net Zero Building certification) with this particular focus
Registered architect, or near completion of exams, PMP, and/or LEED AP are preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Disability insurance
Wellness programs
Flex spending
Paid holidays
Paid time off
401k
Profit sharing
Employee stock ownership
Twice annual bonus opportunities
Tuition reimbursement for certain eligible programs or classes

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Hard Skills & Tools

project managementdesign managementproject schedulingbudget managementproposal preparationcontract negotiationbuilding codessustainable building practicesaviation project experiencearchitectural design

Soft Skills

communicationleadershipproblem-solvingtime managementdelegationclient relationship managementassertivenessteam coordinationorganizational skillscollaboration

Certifications

Registered ArchitectPMPLEED AP