Regional Leader, Architecture - Aviation

OVERVIEW :

Our client is a leading international multi-disciplinary practice consistently recognized and awarded at the highest levels for design excellence and technical innovation. The firm leverages its international expertise and in-depth knowledge of local markets through a network of culturally diverse, people centric, global design studios focused on Aviation Transportation, Civic Cultural, Commercial, Education, Government, Healthcare, Hospitality, Justice, Recreation Wellness, Residential, Retail, Science Technology, Sports, Tall Buildings and Workplace projects. Their innovative work encompasses Architecture, Engineering, Interior Design, Planning Urban Design, Space Management and Sustainability Consulting. Given the firm’s robust growth and success they are seeking a Regional Leader of Aviation Transportation.

ROLE :

The Regional Leader of Aviation Transportation (A T) is an industry expert, complementing and developing the firm's established talent and advancing the firm's strategic Aviation Transportation initiatives. As a key thought leader in a highly innovative and collaborative global design practice, the Regional Leader of Aviation Transportation is responsible for winning new commissions, leading project teams as Principal-in-Charge, and leading the A T Practice in business development, project design and delivery, client relations, financial management and staff development. Working closely with firmwide and regional A T teams, they will assist the practice in developing and executing A T strategies regionally, nationally, and internationally. As one of the top Aviation Transportation Practices in the U.S., the firm has successfully delivered over $35 billion of transport projects across the U.S. and globally.

Management

• Provides day-to-day administration of the A T regional practice.
• Is the primary A T liaison with the regional business unit.
• Is responsible the successful execution of the defined practice goals and business plan.
• Serves as Principal-In-Charge (PIC) and / or Project Manager on one or more projects.
• Responsible for A T regional projects.
• Regularly reports regional status to A T firmwide leadership team.
• Assists in preparing project fee and workload projections.
• With the appointed PM, is responsible for regional A T project performance.
• Monitors and maintains an appropriate level of chargeability.

Business Development

• Responsible for the development and execution of the A T practice’s regional marketing strategy.
• Identifies new business opportunities.
• Maintains and grows current client relationships.
• Proactively seek out new opportunities and prospects.
• Participates in regional A T marketing and business development opportunities, proposals, interviews and presentations.
• Develops and maintains positive industry relationships (i.e. with consultants, contractors and jurisdictional / approval agencies) to support the firm’s standing in the regional marketplace.
• Assists in preparation of other related marketing, promotional, and press-related materials.
• Regularly participates in the A T industry activities by way of speaking, presenting and / or writing to enhance the A T practice’s thought leadership.

Staff Development

• Serves as mentor / advisor to A T related regional staff.
• Leads A T input on regional staff performance evaluations, including recommendations for bonus and promotion.
• Promotes and supports diversity.
• Participates in recruiting of A T related staff.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE :

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture. Master’s degree preferred.
• 15 years of aviation and transportation experience, with management / leadership experience.
• Published and / or award-winning projects a plus.
• Licensed Architect with current registration.
• NCARB registration and LEED accreditation or Green Associate preferred.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES :

• Demonstrates significant talent in programming / planning, design development and project leadership for large-scale projects.
• Advanced knowledge of terminal planning and design, airfield and airspace planning, airfield design and landside planning and design.
• Advanced knowledge of transportation infrastructure and facilities design; movement of freight and people.
• Ability to manage the aviation department with a collaborative leadership style which puts value on relationships, both internal and external.
• Ability to think strategically, implements change, enforces policy and resolve conflict.
• Thorough understanding of project work plans, schedules, staffing, budgets.
• Proven ability to prioritize oneself and the work of others in order to meet deadlines and provide high quality service to clients.
• Proven ability to create and maintain strong working relationships with external clients.
• Proven ability to masterfully present, effectively sell and negotiate the services of the firm.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Thorough knowledge of sustainability, integrated design and LEED guidelines.
• Knowledge of buildingSMART, Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Integrated Project Delivery (IDP).
• Proficiency in the basic technical skills of architecture including the following computer skills :
• Proficiency with Deltek Vision, Primavera or MS Project, Newforma, Autocad / Architectural Desktop, Revit, 3D Modeling (3D Studio Max and Viz 2006), Photoshop, Illustrator, Sketchup, and InDesign preferred.