Senior Architect – Airports

About the role

AECOM is hiring a Senior Architect – Airports to lead planning, design, and coordination of airport terminal buildings and associated facilities across multiple projects in India. The role ensures compliance with aviation standards, functional requirements, and project objectives.

Key responsibilities

• Lead architectural planning and design of airport terminal buildings and landside facilities.
• Develop concept designs, schematic layouts, and detailed design packages.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including structural, MEP, airside, and systems engineers.
• Ensure compliance with ICAO, DGCA, BCAS, and local building regulations.
• Review and approve architectural drawings, specifications, and design deliverables.
• Support stakeholder coordination with airport authorities, operators, and regulatory agencies.
• Guide junior architects and design teams to maintain quality and consistency.
• Participate in design reviews, value engineering, and constructability assessments.
• Support construction‑stage activities, providing design clarifications and site reviews.
• Prepare and review design documentation, reports, and presentations.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture.
• 10–15 years of experience in airport or large‑scale infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience in airport terminal planning and design.
• Experience on greenfield and brownfield airport projects.
• Strong knowledge of airport planning principles, passenger flow, and terminal operations.
• Proficiency in architectural design tools and BIM platforms.
• Strong leadership, coordination, and communication skills.

Required skills

• BIM platforms
• Architectural design tools

What we offer

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life, AD&D, and disability benefits
• Paid time off and various leaves of absence
• Voluntary benefits and perks
• Flexible work options
• Well‑being resources and employee assistance program
• Business travel insurance
• Service recognition awards
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee stock purchase plan