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BIM Manager | Revit Lead

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Shape the Future of Signage & Wayfinding Design Jones Worley is seeking an experienced BIM Manager | Revit Lead to lead the development, coordination, and continuous improvement of our BIM and CAD ...

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Wayfinding Studio BIM Specialist

Dallas, TX · On-site

In the role of Wayfinding Studio BIM Specialist, we'll count on you to: Work for the Wayfinding ... Technically qualified with 3D design software and document management infrastructure * Competency ...

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Wayfinding Studio BIM Specialist

Dallas, TX · On-site

In the role of Wayfinding Studio BIM Specialist, we'll count on you to: • Work for the Wayfinding ... Technically qualified with 3D design software and document management infrastructure * Competency ...

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for wayfinding design in the United States is $33.08, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $30.29 and $36.06 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is wayfinding design?

A Wayfinding Design job involves creating navigational systems that help people efficiently move through physical spaces like airports, hospitals, campuses, and urban environments. Wayfinding designers use signage, maps, symbols, colors, and digital interfaces to guide individuals while enhancing user experience and accessibility. This role requires a mix of graphic design, architecture, psychology, and urban planning to develop clear and intuitive wayfinding solutions.

What are common challenges faced by professionals in wayfinding design?

One of the main challenges in Wayfinding Design is creating solutions that are intuitive and effective for people with diverse needs, including those with disabilities or limited language skills. Designers often need to balance aesthetic considerations with strict functionality and regulatory compliance, especially in complex spaces like hospitals, airports, or urban centers. They must frequently coordinate with architects, facility managers, and other stakeholders to ensure signage and navigation cues integrate seamlessly. Adapting to changing building layouts and continually improving systems based on user feedback are also integral parts of the role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in wayfinding design, and why are they important?

To thrive in Wayfinding Design, you need strong skills in graphic design, spatial planning, and an understanding of user experience (UX), often supported by a degree in graphic design, environmental design, or a related field. Familiarity with design software such as Adobe Creative Suite, CAD programs, and relevant signage standards or accessibility guidelines is typically necessary. Creativity, attention to detail, and effective communication are essential soft skills for collaborating with clients and multidisciplinary teams. These skills ensure that wayfinding systems are clear, accessible, and effectively guide people through complex environments.

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Infographic showing various Wayfinding Design job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 89% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $68,800 per year, or $33.1 per hour.

Lead Project Manager (Architect), Wayfinding

Newark, NJ • On-site

Dar Group
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$83K - $111K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Lead the planning, design, coordination, and implementation of airport wayfinding programs on complex terminal projects.

  • Manage multidisciplinary teams responsible for architectural coordination, environmental graphics, signage design, and passenger information systems.

  • Coordinate wayfinding strategies with terminal architecture, passenger flow, accessibility, security, retail, and operational requirements.

Job description

TYLin is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative, cost-effective, constructible designs for the global infrastructure market. With over 3,000 employees throughout the Americas, Asia, and Europe, the firm provides support on projects of varying size and complexity. Together, we enhance conventional designs with smarter, more resilient systems. We provide people with better mobility. We steward precious resources by finding more sustainable solutions.

Job SummaryTYLin is seeking an experienced Project Manager - Wayfinding to lead the planning, design, and implementation of comprehensive wayfinding solutions for major airport terminal redevelopment programs in the northeast.
This role is ideal for a licensed Architect who understands that exceptional airport design extends beyond buildings, it creates intuitive, accessible, and seamless passenger journeys. Working as part of a multidisciplinary aviation team, you will oversee the delivery of integrated wayfinding systems that enhance passenger experience, improve operational efficiency, and support the long-term vision of world-class airport facilities.
The successful candidate will have extensive experience delivering wayfinding and environmental graphics programs within active airport environments and will be comfortable coordinating with architects, engineers, airport operators, airlines, security agencies, and specialty consultants throughout all phases of project delivery.Responsibilities & Qualifications

The Opportunity

As Project Manager - Wayfinding, you willbe responsible formanaging the planning, design, coordination, and implementation of airport wayfinding programs on complex terminal projects.

You will serve as the primary liaison between clients, technical teams, and specialty consultants, ensuring that signage, environmental graphics, digital information systems, and passenger navigation strategies are fully integrated into terminal design and construction.

This position offers the opportunity to work on some of the most significant aviation infrastructure investments in North America.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the delivery of airport wayfinding projects from planning through construction support.

  • Manage multidisciplinary teams responsible for architectural coordination, environmental graphics, signage design, and passenger information systems.

  • Coordinate wayfinding strategies with terminal architecture, passenger flow, accessibility, security, retail, and operational requirements.

  • Develop project schedules, budgets, work plans, and resource allocations.

  • Serve as the primary point of contact with airport clients and project stakeholders.

  • Coordinate closely with architects, engineers, planners, specialty consultants, contractors, and airport operations staff.

  • Oversee the preparation and review of design packages, construction documents, technical specifications, and design standards.

  • Ensure compliance with airport design criteria, accessibility standards (ADA), life safety requirements, and applicable codes.

  • Manage consultant performance, quality assurance, and project risk.

  • Support procurement, construction administration, field coordination, and issue resolution during implementation.

  • Present project updates and technical recommendations to clients and executive stakeholders.

Qualifications

Required

  • Bachelor's orMaster's degree in Architecture.

  • Registered Architect (RA) license preferred; candidates actively pursuing registration with significant relevant experience will also be considered.

  • 10-15+ years of professional experience, includingsignificant experiencedelivering airport wayfinding or terminal architecture projects.

  • Airport project experience isrequired.

  • Demonstrated experience managing complex architectural or wayfinding projects within active airport environments.

  • Strong understanding of passenger flow, terminal planning, environmental graphics, signage systems, and accessibility requirements.

  • Experience coordinating multidisciplinary consultant teams.

  • Excellent project management, communication, and client relationship skills.

  • Ability to manage multiple concurrent assignments in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred

  • Experience delivering projects for thePort Authority of New York & New Jersey (PANYNJ).

  • Experience with major U.S. hub airport terminal redevelopment programs.

  • Familiarity with PANYNJ Design Standards and airport design review processes.

  • Experience coordinating digital signage, passenger information systems, and integrated wayfinding technologies.

  • PMP certification is considered an asset.

Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate is an Architect who combinesstrong designand technicalexpertisewith outstanding project management capabilities. You understand how wayfinding influences every aspect of the passenger experience and have successfully delivered projects within complex, operational airport environments.

You are comfortable working with airport authorities, airlines, specialty consultants, contractors, and multidisciplinary design teams while balancing operational constraints, design excellence, schedule, and budget.

Experience working with thePort Authority of New York & New Jerseyand on large-scale terminal redevelopment projects will be highly valued.

Why TYLin?

At TYLin, we help shape the future of aviation through innovative planning, architecture, engineering, and program management. Joining our Aviation practice means collaborating with industry-leading professionals on some of the most complex and high-profile airport projects in North America.

You'llbenefitfrom:

  • The opportunity to contribute to landmark airport terminal redevelopment programs.

  • Collaboration with nationally recognized aviation architects, planners, and engineers.

  • Exposure tocomplex, multidisciplinary infrastructure projects.

  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

  • A culture that values innovation, collaboration, technical excellence, and professional growth.

Join Us

Ifyou'rean Architect with a passion for creating intuitive, accessible, and memorable passenger experiences,and you have the airportexpertiseto deliver them,we invite you to join TYLin and help shape the future of aviation infrastructure.


Additional Information

TYLin is committed to pay equity. As part of that commitment, we have provided the base compensation range of$160,000 - $220,000 annually for this position and local market. We recognize that each candidate brings a unique set of skills, experience, education and competencies to the table that will be reflected in our offer.TYLin is proud to offer exciting career development opportunities.

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TYLin offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits may include extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.

We encourage all candidates to explore our total rewards offering.

Collaboration, mission-driven focus, discipline, and leadership skills developed through military service benefit us all. Whether you are a Veteran, Guardsman or Reservist, a Military Spouse or you are planning to transition to civilian life in the near future, we welcome and value your application.

TYLin is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, provincial, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.The company and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements.

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