Project Director - Architecture Terminal Planning Leader

What We're Looking For

Flexible location : candidates can work from any HNTB office.

HNTB’s award‑winning Architectural Practice is growing—and this is an exciting moment to come on board. We are looking for a dynamic, forward‑thinking Aviation Architecture Project Director – Terminal Planner to help lead major terminal planning efforts at some of the country’s largest and most iconic airports.

The ideal candidate brings strong analytical and communication skills, a passion for aviation planning, and a curiosity‑driven mindset when tackling design challenges. If you’re ready to shape the future of airport experiences while mentoring others and collaborating across disciplines, we want to meet you.

As Project Director, you’ll drive innovative terminal planning strategies, lead critical pursuits, and support delivery across HNTB’s expanding aviation portfolio. You will :

• Contribute to win strategies and guide project execution to ensure efficient, high‑quality results
• Serve as the lead client liaison, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and with exceptional client satisfaction
• Manage diverse project tasks—including research, design studies, data and feasibility analysis, massing and program studies, design documentation, and coordination across disciplines
• Lead and mentor terminal planning teams through concept development to project completion
• Take on task lead responsibilities and, on occasion, serve as Project Manager on select medium to large‑scale efforts

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Additional Information

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Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Locations : Atlanta, GA; Austin, TX; Chicago, IL; Dallas, TX; Denver, CO; Houston, TX (Fannin); Kansas City, MO; Los Angeles, CA (Figueroa Street); Miami, FL; New York, NY; Oakland, CA; Philadelphia, PA (Pennsylvania); Seattle, WA (Downtown); Tampa, FL; Washington, DC

The approximate pay range for New York is $176,192.06 – $351,812.06. The approximate pay range for Los Angeles Metro Area and Orange County, CA is $202,620.86 – $323,667.10. The approximate pay range for the California San Francisco Bay Area is $220,240.07 – $351,812.06. The approximate pay range for the Greater Seattle, WA Metro Area is $202,620.86 – $323,667.10. The approximate pay range for Colorado is $193,811.25 – $309,594.62. The approximate pay range for Washington, DC is $202,620.86 – $323,667.10. The approximate pay range for Illinois is $193,811.25 – $309,594.62.

The anticipated last day to apply is 02 / 27 / 2026. Please note that the job may be unposted prior to this date if the job is filled or no longer a need.

Job Type : Regular

Full / Part Time : Full time

Job Category : Architecture Group

ReqID : R-28153

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