HNTB
Overview
HNTB is seeking a forward-thinking practice builder and strategic leader to shape the future of our Aviation Architecture Practice—a dynamic, growing discipline within one of the nation’s leading design firms. The ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of business development, market strategy, and team leadership and is eager to partner with our nationally recognized design voices to elevate a world-class portfolio across aviation and transportation infrastructure. This national leadership role will drive continued expansion in terminals, concourses, airside/landside facilities, and the broader experiences that surround them. HNTB’s award-winning national architecture practice includes architecture, interiors, structural engineering, planning, urban design, and strategic advisory services. Our teams have delivered some of the most ambitious aviation projects in North America and are active in major airport programs across the country. As Aviation Architecture Market Leader, you’ll have the platform to lead and leave a lasting mark on cities, regions, and global gateways. If you’re ready to help write the next great story in aviation design—with passion, partnership, and purpose—we’re ready to talk. What You’ll Do
National Practice Leadership Partner with the managing principal, design director, and technical director to ensure seamless delivery and a unified voice. Serve as a connector across offices and regions, aligning vision, opportunity, and resources. Guide the long-term growth and diversification of the practice. Business Development & Market Growth Cultivate high-level relationships with applicable market clients, agencies, developers, and industry partners. Drive major pursuits from visioning and strategy through proposal, interview, and win—with a focus on high-profile, transformational projects. Partner with business development, sales, and marketing leaders to strengthen brand presence and pursuit strategies. Team Building & Talent Strategy Help recruit and retain top-tier talent across project management, client leadership, and technical execution. Partner with design leadership to build balanced teams that align with both creative and operational goals. Client Relationships & Delivery Oversight Serve as principal-in-charge and/or pursuit champion on major pursuits and projects to ensure client trust and continuity. Guide internal teams through complex project challenges and help resolve escalated issues. Support consistency of quality, performance, and delivery across a wide variety of project types and scales. Thought Leadership & Industry Presence Represent the practice at national and international events, conferences, and industry forums. Help shape and share the narrative around our evolving approach to design. Advance HNTB’s visibility as a trusted advisor to relevant market parties, cities, and developers seeking transformative strategies. Performs other duties as assigned. What You’ll Need
Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Planning as appropriate to the specific core practice required and 15 years of relevant experience. Preferred Qualifications
Strong experience in aviation terminal and intermodal facilities. A network of executive-level relationships in the aviation industry (airports, airlines, and authorities). Experience working closely with engineering, planning, and delivery teams on large, multidiscipline projects. Proven success in securing and executing major design commissions and building long-term client partnerships. Alternative Delivery experience. A collaborative leadership style and passion for working across a large national platform. Prior experience in an executive, managing principal, or national market leadership role. Proven success achieving annual sales targets and growth goals. Location and Travel Requirements
This position may be based in one of our core design hubs (Kansas City, Los Angeles, New York, Denver, Seattle, Miami, Boston, Austin) with travel expected to support pursuits, client relationships, and internal team collaboration. Additional Information
Benefits information: HNTB Total Rewards. Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran information is available from the organization. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. #EL #Architecture Locations: Austin, TX; Boston, MA; Denver, CO; Kansas City, MO; Los Angeles, CA; Miami, FL; New York, NY; Seattle, WA The approximate pay ranges are provided for guidance and may vary by location and factors including qualifications and experience. Specific pay will depend on the individual’s qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state. The anticipated last day to apply is 01/27/2026. The job may be unposted prior to this date if the role is filled or no longer needed. NOTICE TO THIRD-PARTY AGENCIES: HNTB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies. Any staffing/employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume to this site does so with the understanding that the applicant’s resume will become the property of HNTB. HNTB will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion and without any fee owed to the submitting staffing/employment agency, person or entity. Agencies with fee agreements with HNTB must submit applicants to the designated HNTB recruiter to be eligible for placement fees.
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HNTB is seeking a forward-thinking practice builder and strategic leader to shape the future of our Aviation Architecture Practice—a dynamic, growing discipline within one of the nation’s leading design firms. The ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of business development, market strategy, and team leadership and is eager to partner with our nationally recognized design voices to elevate a world-class portfolio across aviation and transportation infrastructure. This national leadership role will drive continued expansion in terminals, concourses, airside/landside facilities, and the broader experiences that surround them. HNTB’s award-winning national architecture practice includes architecture, interiors, structural engineering, planning, urban design, and strategic advisory services. Our teams have delivered some of the most ambitious aviation projects in North America and are active in major airport programs across the country. As Aviation Architecture Market Leader, you’ll have the platform to lead and leave a lasting mark on cities, regions, and global gateways. If you’re ready to help write the next great story in aviation design—with passion, partnership, and purpose—we’re ready to talk. What You’ll Do
National Practice Leadership Partner with the managing principal, design director, and technical director to ensure seamless delivery and a unified voice. Serve as a connector across offices and regions, aligning vision, opportunity, and resources. Guide the long-term growth and diversification of the practice. Business Development & Market Growth Cultivate high-level relationships with applicable market clients, agencies, developers, and industry partners. Drive major pursuits from visioning and strategy through proposal, interview, and win—with a focus on high-profile, transformational projects. Partner with business development, sales, and marketing leaders to strengthen brand presence and pursuit strategies. Team Building & Talent Strategy Help recruit and retain top-tier talent across project management, client leadership, and technical execution. Partner with design leadership to build balanced teams that align with both creative and operational goals. Client Relationships & Delivery Oversight Serve as principal-in-charge and/or pursuit champion on major pursuits and projects to ensure client trust and continuity. Guide internal teams through complex project challenges and help resolve escalated issues. Support consistency of quality, performance, and delivery across a wide variety of project types and scales. Thought Leadership & Industry Presence Represent the practice at national and international events, conferences, and industry forums. Help shape and share the narrative around our evolving approach to design. Advance HNTB’s visibility as a trusted advisor to relevant market parties, cities, and developers seeking transformative strategies. Performs other duties as assigned. What You’ll Need
Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Planning as appropriate to the specific core practice required and 15 years of relevant experience. Preferred Qualifications
Strong experience in aviation terminal and intermodal facilities. A network of executive-level relationships in the aviation industry (airports, airlines, and authorities). Experience working closely with engineering, planning, and delivery teams on large, multidiscipline projects. Proven success in securing and executing major design commissions and building long-term client partnerships. Alternative Delivery experience. A collaborative leadership style and passion for working across a large national platform. Prior experience in an executive, managing principal, or national market leadership role. Proven success achieving annual sales targets and growth goals. Location and Travel Requirements
This position may be based in one of our core design hubs (Kansas City, Los Angeles, New York, Denver, Seattle, Miami, Boston, Austin) with travel expected to support pursuits, client relationships, and internal team collaboration. Additional Information
Benefits information: HNTB Total Rewards. Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran information is available from the organization. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. #EL #Architecture Locations: Austin, TX; Boston, MA; Denver, CO; Kansas City, MO; Los Angeles, CA; Miami, FL; New York, NY; Seattle, WA The approximate pay ranges are provided for guidance and may vary by location and factors including qualifications and experience. Specific pay will depend on the individual’s qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state. The anticipated last day to apply is 01/27/2026. The job may be unposted prior to this date if the role is filled or no longer needed. NOTICE TO THIRD-PARTY AGENCIES: HNTB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies. Any staffing/employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume to this site does so with the understanding that the applicant’s resume will become the property of HNTB. HNTB will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion and without any fee owed to the submitting staffing/employment agency, person or entity. Agencies with fee agreements with HNTB must submit applicants to the designated HNTB recruiter to be eligible for placement fees.
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