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AECOM

Global infrastructure consulting and program management

Lead Architect

Architectural DesignConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeFrankfurt, GermanyNo salary listedHybrid

About the Job

Requirements

  • The candidate must have a completed degree in Architecture.
  • The candidate must have at least 10 years of professional experience after completing a master's or diploma degree, including experience as an architect in service phases 1–5; this must include at least 5 years in service phases 3–4 and an additional 3 years in service phase 5.
  • The candidate must have experience planning, coordinating, and implementing architecture projects in the German market.
  • The candidate must have good knowledge of German building regulations and environmental requirements.
  • The candidate must have experience implementing sustainable architectural solutions.
  • The candidate must be creative and able to develop and implement innovative architectural solutions.
  • The candidate must be interested in digital construction processes and planning methods, particularly Revit and BIM collaboration.
  • The candidate must work methodically, independently, and with commitment.
  • The candidate must have excellent communication and coordination skills and be able to collaborate with various professionals, particularly internationally.
  • The candidate must have fluent German and English language skills.

Responsibilities

  • The role owns comprehensive planning and budget responsibility for architecture planning.
  • The role leads discipline subprojects within general planning projects.
  • The role plans, coordinates, and delivers architecture projects from design through completion, including detailed planning.
  • The role develops innovative, sustainable, and aesthetically compelling architectural solutions within the defined schedule and cost framework.
  • The role collaborates proactively with clients, engineers, contractors, and other specialists.
  • The role monitors compliance with German and, where required, international building regulations and environmental requirements.
  • The role leads project teams and monitors work quality, typically with cross-office or internationally distributed teams.
  • The role performs cost estimates and cost calculations.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience leading a planning team and experience in project management are desirable.
  • Authorization to submit building applications is desirable or may be pursued.

About the Company

AECOM

Global infrastructure consulting and program management

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm that provides a wide range of services, including architecture, design, construction management, engineering, environmental services, and program management, to government agencies, private companies, and non-profits. Its work centers on managing and delivering large-scale infrastructure projects, from planning and design to construction and operation, with fees tied to the project type and scope. Unlike firms with a narrower focus, AECOM offers end-to-end support across transportation, buildings, cities, and overall infrastructure, combining technical expertise with project oversight and sustainability considerations. The company aims to improve the world by enhancing natural and social systems, promoting equity and inclusion, and driving responsible, lasting outcomes for communities.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Dallas, TX
Founded
1990

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