Senior Architect

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.

Your impact

• Design & Planning
• Lead architectural design for airports, terminals, hangars, and aviation facilities.
• Develop master plans that integrate passenger flow, aircraft movement, and safety standards.
• Ensure compliance with aviation regulations (ICAO, FAA, DGCA in India).
• Project Management
• Coordinate with engineers, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Manage budgets, timelines, and resources to deliver projects efficiently.
• Oversee construction phases to ensure adherence to design specifications.
• Sustainability & Innovation
• Incorporate eco-friendly materials and energy-efficient systems.
• Design for future scalability, including smart technologies and automation.
• Balance aesthetics with functionality to enhance passenger experience.
• Regulatory & Safety Compliance
• Ensure designs meet international and local aviation safety standards.
• Collaborate with government authorities for approvals and certifications.
• Integrate emergency response and security features into designs
  

Here's what you'll need

• Educational Background Bachelor’s/Master’s in Architecture; specialization in aviation or transport infrastructure preferred.
• Technical Skills Proficiency in CAD, BIM, and 3D modeling software.
• Knowledge Areas Aviation operations, passenger flow management, structural engineering basics.
• Soft Skills Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.
  
  
  

At Jacobs we value people. Having the right balance of belonging, career and lifestyle enables us to consistently deliver and exceed clients’ expectations.

Working alongside industry leaders, you will have the opportunity to develop your career working on key projects in an environment which encourages collaboration, knowledge sharing and innovation. To support your professional growth, Jacobs flexible working arrangements, extended leave options and a host of social, health and wellbeing events and initiatives will underpin our commitment to you.

At Jacobs it’s all about what you do, not where you are, which counts!

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

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