Project Director – Architecture Terminal Planning Leader

HNTB

Project Director managing major terminal planning efforts at iconic airports for a leading architectural practice. Overseeing complex projects of the largest magnitude with full client liaison responsibility.

Posted 5/8/2026full-timeLos Angeles • California, Florida, Montana, Texas, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $180,596 - $360,607 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Has full responsibility for managing all aspects of mega projects.
Prepares strategic plans for project success.
Responsible for the coordination of all project efforts to assure the most efficient and cost-effective execution of assigned projects.
Serves as primary liaison contact with the clients to bring projects to completion on schedule, within budget and with maximum client satisfaction.
Provides oversight and monitoring of work to less experienced project managers.
Actively manages client’s budget, schedule and program; HNTB budget and schedule; project communications and documentation; office administrative tasks; and project team assignments.
Estimates fees, determines scope of work, and prepares proposals and contracts on the most complex projects of the largest magnitude.
Coordinates work efforts and reviews work performed.
Provides for quality management.
Acts as a champion for the team.
Responsible for hiring, firing, promotion, discipline, performance review, work allocation, training and mentoring of staff.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or related field
15 years of relevant experience
20 years of experience preferred
Master’s degree preferred
RA preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Hard Skills & Tools

project managementstrategic planningbudget managementscope determinationproposal preparationcontract preparationquality managementteam managementperformance reviewtraining and mentoring

Soft Skills

client liaisoncommunicationleadershipcoordinationoversightproblem-solvingteam championadministrative skillsefficiency focusclient satisfaction

Certifications

Bachelor’s degreeMaster’s degreeRegistered Architect (RA)