Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM is seeking an Architecture Discipline Lead for our growing Atlanta, GA Building + Places team to work on interesting and challenging projects for a variety of clients.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Performs various management, leadership, and people accountability responsibilities for a growing architectural team in the Atlanta Buildings+Places (B+P) practice.Has full responsibility for interpreting, organizing, executing, and coordinating technical assignments.Requires multi-disciplinary knowledge of architecture design, production, coordination, and construction administration processes.Plans and organizes architectural tasks and processes for design, code review, quality control, documentation, and construction administration.Maintains relationships, liaisons, and coordinates with other discipline leads in the Atlanta B+P practice.   Coordinates with other AECOM business lines in the Atlanta office on opportunities and cross business line pursuits.Maintains and develops existing and new client relationships and actively participates in business development activities for the office.Responsible for identifying the scope, contractual issues, determining the work and financial plans for all architectural pursuits.Work closely with the Managing Principal to determine the strategic direction of the architectural team and pursuits in coordination with the other disciplines in the Atlanta B+P practice and the Southeast region.Provides mentorship for architectural staff and identifies career growth opportunities for the architectural staff in the Atlanta B+P practice.Works under minimal supervision. Supervision received is essentially administrative with assignments given in terms of broad general objectives and limits.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

BA/BS + 10 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.Professional License as Architect (RA) is required.

Preferred Requirements:

12+ years of experience managing projects, staff, clientele.Experience with and managing large-scale projects.Previous experience with software platforms including Office, Bluebeam, Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe, Projects and/or similar.Demonstrated leadership in client facing roles and negotiations.Demonstrated experience in preparing contract terms, scope of work, fees, and proposals.Demonstrated experience in managing the growth of an architectural practice and managing architectural teams.Architectural project management experience in federal, civic/municipal, higher education, and/or transit/aviation experience.

Additional InformationSponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.Relocation is not available for this position.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.