HDR · 21 hours ago
Aviation Project Manager
HDR is a company specializing in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. They are seeking an Aviation Project Manager with extensive airport engineering and construction experience to oversee multi-discipline airport projects, manage design and construction-phase services, and develop strong client relations.
Responsibilities
Marketing, planning, directing, and monitoring all aspects of multi-discipline airport projects with high degrees of technical complexity
Managing both design-phase and construction-phase services for a wide variety of projects at commercial airports
Leading a design team, reviewing/checking their deliverables, and mentoring staff
Staff development, project production, quality control, design, construction management, financial management, and marketing
Serving as the client manager for selected key clients within the area and being active and visible in the industry
Establishing client relations and being involved with marketing, contractual, design, and production meetings
Overseeing interdisciplinary teams and providing review and guidance to project team during development of project deliverables including plans, specifications, cost estimates, project schedules and construction safety
Developing and reviewing proposals and participating in interviews and client presentations as applicable
Managing services during construction efforts on active construction projects including the review of submittals and RFIs as needed
Implementing QA/QC procedures, and executing training for personnel as established by strategic plans
Serving as a subject matter expert on construction projects to assist in resolving unforeseen site conditions or other issues encountered during construction as needed
Coordinating projects with regulatory agencies and serving as a liaison between clients and agencies, subcontractors, and design teams
Leading the implementation of HDR’s Health and Safety program on projects
Instructing, mentoring, and assisting junior staff in their career development
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering
10 years related experience
A minimum 5 years of project management experience
PE license
MS Office and MS Project experience is required (Access experience would be plus)
Demonstrated leadership, business development and strategic planning skills
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
Preferred
Masters degree in Civil Engineering
At least 12 years of experience in civil engineering and design team management, specifically related to aviation market sector
At least 5 years of project management experience
Familiarity with FAA Advisory Circulars and aviation design standards
Experience working in and leading multi-disciplinary teams
Experience working on and leading large aviation projects
Demonstrated leadership, business development, and strategic planning skills
Local candidates preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Short and long-term disability
Life insurance
An employee assistance program
Paid time away
Parental leave
Paid holidays
A retirement savings plan with employer match
Employee referral bonus
Tuition reimbursement
Company
HDR
HDR is an employee-owned design firm specializing in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. We’re ranked No.
Funding
Current Stage
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The Magnificent Mile Association
2025-11-11
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