DOWL · 23 hours ago
Aviation Project Engineer (Mid to Senior level)
Fairbanks, AK
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
6+ years expDOWL is a top-ranked, multi-disciplined consulting firm with over 60 years of experience in civil engineering and related services. They are seeking a motivated professional for the role of Aviation Project Engineer, responsible for the engineering and design of impactful airport improvement projects. The position involves a variety of tasks including AutoCAD Civil 3D design, technical writing, and public involvement, all while adhering to FAA standards.
Consulting
Responsibilities
Produces the following independently and oversees others with less experience:
Engineer’s design report
Construction quantity calculations and cost estimates
Project plans
Project specifications
Construction safety and phasing plans
Airport Layout Plan development
Other technical reports, memos, and design documents
Team player who leads small teams (1-2 people) to complete challenging assignments. Is an independent thinker, provides clear communication and direction to others, and takes responsibility for results
Demonstrates ability to predict and deliver individual tasks within a set level of effort
Consistently meets budget and schedule expectations on projects
Develops budgets and schedules for complex tasks, breaks down complex projects into logical tasks, and mentors others
Frequent direct communications with clients to resolve technical issues on moderate to complex projects
Leads client project meetings
Understands appropriate messaging and legal risks
May perform some project management tasks
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering required
Years of experience required: 6 years
Years of experience required with advanced degree: 5 years
PE required
Driving is an essential job function or a valid driver's license is required to support legitimate business purposes
Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) - Proficient
Market Sector Software (AutoCAD Civil 3D, AviPlan, FAARFIELD 2.0, ADIP/AGIS preferred) - Proficient
Fully proficient understanding of technical fundamentals
Leads technical efforts on a variety of project types, sizes, and complexities
Mentors others on technical tasks and skills
Performs quality control on moderately complex deliverables
Team player who leads small teams (1-2 people) to complete challenging assignments
Produces the following independently and oversees others with less experience: Engineer's design report, Construction quantity calculations and cost estimates, Project plans, Project specifications, Construction safety and phasing plans, Airport Layout Plan development, Other technical reports, memos, and design documents
Strong understanding of scopes, schedules, and budgets
Demonstrates ability to predict and deliver individual tasks within a set level of effort
Consistently meets budget and schedule expectations on projects
Develops budgets and schedules for complex tasks, breaks down complex projects into logical tasks, and mentors others
Demonstrates ability to prioritize multiple assignments to successfully deliver projects on time and on budget
Interprets, selects, and employs design codes FAA advisory circulars, FAA orders and engineering briefs, and state-specific standard specifications with advanced skill
Actively mentors others on interpreting design codes
Understands limitations of design codes
Frequent direct communications with clients to resolve technical issues on moderate to complex projects
Leads client project meetings
Understands appropriate messaging and legal risks
Performs advanced levels of technical work on large, complex projects as a trusted technical member of the market sector
Operates with a high level of autonomy
Reviews the work of others
May perform some project management tasks
May Be a Supervisor
Oversees team operations and the daily workflow of the team
Organizes workflow and ensures that employees understand their duties or delegated tasks
Recruits and hires new employees
Implements training for new hires and identifies training opportunities for current staff
Communicates information from leadership to employees and vice versa
Monitors employee productivity and provides constructive feedback and coaching
Sets goals for performance and deadlines in ways that comply with company's plans and vision and communicates them to employees
Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations
Decides on reward and promotion based on performance
Handles discipline and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with company policy
Preferred
Market Sector Software (AutoCAD Civil 3D, AviPlan, FAARFIELD 2.0, ADIP/AGIS preferred)
Benefits
Great benefits
Company
DOWL
DOWL is a civil engineering company that offers planning, surveying, and civil services.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Larry Fox
Retired Chief Operating Officer
Ali Alsaleh, MBA
Chief Information Officer
Recent News
2025-06-12
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