Aviation Architect

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Chicago, Illinois, United States Capabilities:
Architecture and Interiors Office Setup:
Office/Onsite Salary: $ - $Company:
Jacobs At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
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At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by delivering innovative solutions for the world's most complex infrastructure programs. We're seeking an experienced Architect to join our team in Chicago, IL, supporting a multi-billion-dollar airport redevelopment program at one of the world's busiest airports. This transformative effort will modernize airport facilities while maintaining ongoing operations through a carefully phased construction  this role, you'll help shape the future of a major aviation hub by providing architectural and design management leadership across program initiatives.

You'll collaborate with clients, stakeholders, and consultant teams to support high-quality design delivery, ensure compliance with program requirements, evaluate design solutions, and contribute to successful project outcomes throughout the redevelopment lifecycle.

What you'll do Coordinate and collaborate with consultant design teams throughout project development

Support communication, reporting, and coordination with the client and key stakeholders

Manage architectural project elements and provide technical guidance on design-related matters

Support development of project definition documents and other pre-design activities

Participate in design reviews and verify compliance with program requirements, standards, and applicable codes

Assist with preparation of RFQs, RFPs, and other procurement documents for design services

Conduct site visits to assess architectural conditions and recommend solutions

Support the development and maintenance of facility standards and specifications

Evaluate design alternatives and provide recommendations to support decision-making

Review consultant deliverables and support quality assurance and quality control processes

Develop sketches, diagrams, exhibits, presentations, and meeting materials

Review and navigate consultant deliverables in CADD and BIM formats

Support and mentor team members across the program

Identify and evaluate potential program risks related to design, materials, schedule, and cost Provide technical support across a variety of architectural and program-related initiative#LI-LM1236
Here's what you'll need
Bachelor's degree or higher in Architecture from an accredited college or university8+ years of progressive experience in architectural design, design management, or program management of facility-related architectural components

Knowledge and experience in the design, management, and/or construction of airport terminals and related aviation facilities

Knowledge of major terminal systems and their integration with airport infrastructure, including baggage handling systems, automated people movers, passenger boarding bridges, and similar systems

Demonstrated understanding of general construction practices

Strong communication, collaboration, judgment, decision-making, and problem-solving skills

Ability to effectively use computer systems and software tools to manage and coordinate work activities

Ability to work onsite at the airport program office with the program management team Ideally, you'll also have Registration as a Licensed Architect As an essential function of the position and as a business necessity, this role requires regular travel by motor vehicle to client sites,…