Principal / Associate Architect – Aviation

WSP in the Middle East is currently seeking an experienced Principal / Associate Architect – Aviation to join our team and support the design and delivery of major airport projects across the region. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 15 years’ relevant experience, with strong aviation design capabilities and a proven background in airport projects. The role requires the ability to lead architectural and interior design delivery, with a strong understanding of airport planning, terminal design and operational requirements, while providing coordinated oversight across landscape, façade, lighting, engineering, and other specialist design interfaces.

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture. Minimum 15 years of experience in architectural design. Minimum 5 years of architectural design experience within airport or aviation projects. Proven experience in the planning and design of airport passenger terminal buildings, preferably including modernisation, refurbishment or expansion of operational terminals. Strong understanding of passenger flows, terminal processes and airport planning principles. Experience in interior design, material specification and placemaking within high-traffic public environments. Experience coordinating landscape, façade, lighting, interior design and other specialist design interfaces. Proficiency in BIM-based architectural design and multidisciplinary coordination. Demonstrable experience delivering design within live operational airport environments, including phased implementation. Familiarity with relevant international aviation requirements and airport design standards. Strong stakeholder management, presentation and communication skills. Experience working across multidisciplinary architectural and engineering teams. Experience of culturally responsive design within the GCC/Middle East would be advantageous. Proactive, solutions-focused approach with the ability to manage multiple architectural and specialist design interfaces. Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.  With us, you can. Apply today.

Lead architectural and interior design delivery for aviation projects, with strong emphasis on airport planning, terminal design, and operations; coordinate interfaces across landscape, façade, lighting, engineering, and other specialist design areas; manage design delivery within live operational airport environments and across multidisciplinary teams; engage with stakeholders and ensure compliance with international aviation requirements and airport design standards.