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Consertus

Design Manager - Aviation

Consertus, Norfolk, Virginia, United States, 23500

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Consertus is a global capital program management and advisory firm that combines deep human expertise with advanced digital tools to deliver smarter, faster, and more sustainable outcomes. Headquartered in Miami, Florida, and supported by a team of more than 1,000 professionals worldwide, we help clients plan, execute, and optimize large-scale capital programs.

About This Role Consertus is seeking an experienced Design Manager to support our team in the capital program at Norfolk International Airport. The ideal candidate is a licensed architect with extensive experience in airport design and implementation and possesses strong leadership capabilities and proven success managing multi‑disciplinary design teams on complex aviation projects.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage design efforts for airport capital improvement and development projects

Serve as primary design liaison between the airport, consultants, and stakeholders

Oversee design standards, quality, compliance, and coordination across project phases

Review and approve design submissions, drawings, and technical documents

Manage design schedules, budgets, and consultant performance

Ensure adherence to all regulations, including but not limited to FAA, TSA, state, and local regulations

Facilitate stakeholder meetings, presentations, and design workshops

Provide guidance on airport planning, terminal design, and airside/landside facilities

Monitor project risk, change management, and design‑related issues

Qualifications / Requirements

Licensed Architect required

10+ years of architecture/design experience, with strong airport/aviation project background

Demonstrated leadership of design teams and consultant partners

Strong understanding of aviation planning, building systems, and regulatory requirements

Experience delivering large‑scale, phased, and operationally sensitive public infrastructure projects

Exceptional communication, coordination, and client‑facing skills

Proficiency with design and project coordination tools (Autodesk, Bluebeam, MS Office, etc.)

Preferred

Experience working directly with airport clients

Knowledge of passenger terminal facilities

Familiarity with FAA design standards, airport master planning, and aviation guidelines

What’s In It For You

Company‑paid life and disability insurance

Optional benefits like pet insurance, legal, and supplemental health plans

401(k) with day‑one eligibility, 3% safe harbor, plus up to 2.5% company match

10 paid holidays and PTO starting at 15 days, growing up to 25

Access to Consertus Academy for continuous learning and development

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Consertus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and identities, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status.

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