DLR Group · 7 hours ago
Senior Project Designer, Aviation
Denver, Colorado, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
15+ years expDLR Group is an integrated design firm dedicated to enhancing the human experience through design. The Senior Project Designer in Aviation will lead design activities, manage client relationships, and ensure project implementation aligns with schedules and profitability goals while maintaining high design quality.
Architecture
Responsibilities
Lead project development and manage client relationships in coordination with the Project Manager and Project Designer
Oversee all aspects of project implementation, ensuring alignment with schedules and profitability goals
Works with firm leadership, the National Aviation Leader and the National Infrastructure BD Leader in defining, developing, implementing, overseeing and revising design policies and guidelines for the Aviation practice
Coordinate project teams and communication with clients and stakeholders
Develop and lead conceptual designs or technical strategies for projects
Manage project timelines, budgets, and profitability while prioritizing design elements
Supervise and mentor teams to ensure high-quality deliverables and design excellence
Present technical and design solutions to clients, acting as a subject matter expert in Aviation Design and Production Standards
Implement quality assurance/control processes and adhere to company practice standards
Working with firm leadership in defining, developing, implementing and revising design policies and design guidelines for Aviation Practice
Developing and overseeing client design services
Aviation BIM template development and oversite as well as the Design Families for airports
Aviation QA/QC Design plan and oversite
Planning/Design/Production/CA/Closeout standards review and implementation
Works with Project Managers and Design team to manage resources in delivering superior design for Aviation Practice
Liaising with departmental design heads to develop and recommend design growth plans in opportunities
Supports contract negotiations and risk management, to maintain knowledge of scope boundaries and client deliverable expectations to ensure proper design management for each project
In collaboration with team, works to manage, and oversee project designs, schedules, and resource allocation and tracks client design satisfaction
Works with firm leadership to develop Business Development Design Deliverables, Marketing Design Deliverables, Pursuit Design Deliverables, and Practice Design Deliverables
Coordinates with Project Managers and operational leadership on practice Financial Tracking and Reporting
Oversees performance management, onboarding, evaluations, and career development for design staff
Supports firm leadership with identifying, developing, and implementing a BD strategy for DLR Group
Developing and fostering aviation client relationships
Assists w/ tracking airport/airline programs, pursuits, and connections for teaming and winning airport projects
Knowing and understanding other firms’ design strengths and weaknesses for working with the Global Infrastructure Sector leader, the National Aviation Leader, and other senior staff to develop a strategy for aviation pursuit wins
Qualification
Required
Undergraduate Degree in Architecture required; graduate degree not required unless mandated for licensure
Minimum of 15 years of professional experience working across all roles within a design team
Minimum of 5 years of experience in design management or design leadership capacity
Demonstrated practices specific knowledge of aviation clients and stakeholders
Proven experience applying aviation planning and design expertise to consistently exceed client expectations. Including application of design techniques and sustainable principles to technical plans and models
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities with attention to detail and accuracy
Active participation in professional organizations and involvement in marketing and business development efforts
Demonstrated ability to lead and organize multiple projects simultaneously
Deep understanding of aviation design practices, including competitor strengths, industry benchmarks, and applicable programming and planning guidelines
Strong knowledge of consultant markets, teaming strategies, and partnership opportunities
Proficiency in data analysis tools, CRM platforms, and performance metrics used in design management
Proficient in Revit and Bluebeam, with high proficiency in standard architecture software
Benefits
100% employee owned
Flexibility to work somewhere other than the office on Fridays
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer
Company
DLR Group
DLR Group is a full-service design business that specializes in new construction architecture, engineering, interior design, and planning.
1001-5000 employees
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Chief Executive Officer
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Architect
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