Senior Project Architect Aviation)
Toronto, ON
$110,000-$160,000
Active Position
A nationally recognized architecture and design firm with offices across Canada is seeking a Senior Project Architect, Senior Associate (Aviation) to join its Toronto team. The firm works across multiple sectors including commercial, mixed-use, healthcare, public, industrial, transportation, and aviation.
The Opportunity
This is a senior leadership role requiring proven aviation project experience. The successful candidate will provide high-level design direction, oversee complex projects from concept through construction, mentor team members, and contribute to business development and client relationship management.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the design process from concept through construction documentation and contract administration
Guide and mentor project teams
Collaborate with project managers on scope, budgets, schedules, and staffing
Lead client meetings, presentations, and consultant coordination
Ensure compliance with applicable codes and regulatory authorities
Contribute to business development, proposal submissions, and client pursuits
Support firm leadership in resourcing, performance management,



and operational initiatives
Qualifications
Bachelor or Master of Architecture from an accredited program
Registered Architect in good standing with a provincial regulatory body
15+ years of professional experience, including significant aviation project work
Strong leadership and project management experience
Experience delivering complex public sector or institutional projects
Ability to manage multidisciplinary teams and client relationships
Proficiency in Revit (Auto CAD and Adobe Creative Suite considered assets)
Strong communication, presentation, and business development skills
Eligibility for required security clearances considered an asset
Whats Offered
Leadership opportunity within a well-established national firm
Exposure to high-profile aviation and public-sector projects
Cooperative, design-focused culture
Professional growth and mentorship opportunities
Flexible, balanced work environment in a central Toronto location
This is a confidential search. Further details will be shared with qualified candidates.

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