GRAPHICS DESIGNER III

About the Role

The role, titled Terminal Improvements – Terminal 5 Reporting Manager, reports to the Terminal 5 Project Controls Manager and is responsible for planning, designing, coordinating and producing the full spectrum of construction communications and reporting materials that support the Terminal 5 Renovation and Reconstruction Project. This project involves demolition and reconstruction of the Terminal 5 headhouse and concourse, as well as enabling scopes to vacate the existing building. The Reporting Manager creates ads, notices, posters, pamphlets, displays, signs and exhibits for informational, educational, public‑outreach and regulatory purposes, and designs brochures, covers and exhibit materials for technical and administrative reports and presentations. They also translate project data into charts, graphs, dashboards and slide decks, curating content for internal and external stakeholders to ensure consistent, accurate and timely messaging. Working closely with project managers, engineers, construction managers, community relations and compliance teams, the Reporting Manager ensures all deliverables adhere to LAWA branding, accessibility and records‑management standards, and are published through approved channels. • Plan, design, and produce ads, notices, posters, pamphlets, displays, signage, exhibits, and web content to support project communications, public information, outreach events, and regulatory requirements. • Design and layout brochures, report covers, infographics, and slide decks for technical and administrative reports and presentations. • Develop exhibit boards and presentation materials for briefings, stakeholder meetings, public hearings, and community events. • Translate schedule, cost, risk, safety, and quality data into charts, graphs, dashboards, and projection slides suitable for executive briefings and public display. • Maintain standardized visual templates and style guides for monthly, quarterly, and ad‑hoc reports. • Partner with Project Controls to ensure KPI accuracy and consistency between narrative and visualizations. • Coordinate the compilation, editing, and final production of reports (e.g., Monthly Construction Report, Board/Commission packages, progress bulletins, traffic advisories). • Ensure all materials comply with branding, accessibility (e.g., ADA/Section 508), and records retention requirements. • Manage version control and archive final deliverables within the PMIS (e.g., PMWeb) and shared repositories. • Work cross‑functionally with Project Managers, Office Engineers, Field staff, Safety/Quality, Environmental, and Community Relations to gather accurate source content and approvals. • Support meeting logistics (agendas, exhibits, handouts) and capture action items relating to communications deliverables. • Assist with photography/videography coordination and basic asset management as required. • Portfolio demonstrating report design, infographics/data visualization, signage, and exhibit materials for technical audiences and the public.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸graphic design
• ▸data visualization
• ▸report production
• ▸version control
• ▸template management
• ▸stakeholder coordination

What You Bring

Candidates should have at least fifteen years of experience producing graphic displays, charts, brochures or maps for commercial or public use, preferably in AEC communications or construction reporting on complex, phased programs such as airports. A strong portfolio that demonstrates report design, data visualization, signage and exhibit materials is required, along with excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to edit technical content for diverse audiences. A bachelor’s degree in graphics design, art or a related field is preferred. The position requires a company‑provided laptop and cell phone, VPN access to LAWA systems, and is not eligible for remote work. It is a salaried, 40‑hour‑per‑week role based in the office or on‑site at LAX, with occasional after‑hours or weekend work. • Strong foundation in AEC project delivery with experience producing communications in an active construction environment (e.g., airports, transportation hubs). • Expertise in information design and data visualization for construction KPIs (schedule, cost, safety, quality, logistics, phasing). • Demonstrated ability to maintain excellent relationships with design and construction professionals and to translate technical content into clear, audience‑appropriate materials. • Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop), Acrobat Pro, Bluebeam, Tableau/Power BI (or equivalent), and MS Visio. • Skilled in Microsoft 365 (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), Teams/SharePoint; strong template building and advanced formatting. • Experience with PMWeb (preferred) or similar PMIS for version control and distribution. • 15+ years experience preparing graphic displays, descriptive charts, brochures or maps for commercial or public use. • Experience in AEC communications/design, construction reporting, or technical publications, preferably on complex, phased programs in active facilities (airport experience preferred). • Excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to edit technical content for clarity and audience appropriateness. • Ability to interface with people of varied technical levels and educational backgrounds. • Detail‑oriented and highly organized. • Bachelor’s Degree in Graphics Design, Art, or related field preferred. • LAWA will provide a VPN‑enabled desktop or laptop; consultant must have company‑provided laptop and cell phone; no work‑from‑home. • Full‑time salaried position (40 hrs/week), Monday‑Friday on‑site at LAX; after‑hours or weekend work may be required.

Requirements

• ▸adobe cc
• ▸tableau
• ▸bluebeam
• ▸pmweb
• ▸15+ years
• ▸bachelor's

Benefits

O2EPCM, Inc. is an award‑winning firm that provides professional, technical, consulting and management services to government agencies, utilities and private clients in the planning, design, engineering and construction sectors. The Graphics Designer III position offers a salary range of $89,266.67 – $95,642.86, is located onsite in Los Angeles, CA, and is a full‑time role with a comprehensive benefits package that includes 100 % paid health, vision and dental coverage, 401(k), paid holidays, sick leave, vacation, and an Employee Assistance Program. Applicants will be asked to submit an up‑to‑date resume, any certifications or licenses, three to four professional references, and a project list with values, dates and companies. O2EPCM offers long‑term, W‑2 employment with full benefits and no per‑diem or relocation packages.

Work Environment

Onsite