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LJA · 1 day ago

Sr. Project Manager - Aviation

Los Lunas, NM

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

15+ years exp

LJA Engineering is an employee-owned company that offers exciting opportunities for career growth and development. The Sr. Project Manager in Aviation will lead the business development, planning, design, funding, and delivery of airside and landside infrastructure projects while ensuring compliance with FAA, state, and local regulations.

Civil Engineering

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Capital Improvement Program (CIP) & Funding Management

Develop, update, and oversee multi-year airport CIPs in coordination with airport sponsors and regulatory agencies

Strategically align projects with FAA Airport Improvement Program (AIP) and state aviation funding opportunities

Manage the whole picture of funding and grants, including preparing and tracking FAA/state grant applications, including project scoping, cost estimation, reimbursements, and compliance reports

Plan, direct, and manage all phases of airport engineering and construction projects from initiation through closeout

Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, FAA Airport District Offices, and state aviation agencies

Ensure project deliverables comply with FAA Advisory Circulars, state aviation guidelines, and grant assurance requirements

Lead, review and approve project delivery through all phases: planning, design, bidding, and construction administration

Review and approve design documents, construction specifications, and technical reports

Develop and monitor project budgets, schedules, and work plans

Participate in on-site visits, pre-bid meetings, construction progress meetings, and project closeouts

Lead and mentor project engineers, design engineers, EITs, CAD and technical staff

Experience leading multidisciplinary teams, subconsultants, and contractors

Conduct client meetings, stakeholder workshops, and public presentations

Build and maintain long-term relationships with airports, communities, and regulatory agencies

Ensure adherence to DBE/Title VI requirements, safety standards, and environmental regulations

Assist with QA/QC reviews and ensure design compliance with FAA ACs, local codes, and agency requirements

Prepare progress reports, project updates, and documentation for sponsors and FAA/state agencies

Support business development and proposal efforts, statements of qualifications (SOQs), and interview presentations

Contribute to client growth strategies and market development in the aviation sector

Manages multiple projects adhering to deadlines and prioritized assignments

Communicate effectively with other team members on joint projects

Positive attitude with the ability to work effectively in a team environment

Qualification

Airport design experienceFAA Advisory CircularsProject managementCivil Engineering degreeProfessional Engineer licenseMicrosoft Office proficiencyConstruction oversightClient relationship managementEffective communicationTeam collaborationMentoring skills

Required

BS in Civil Engineering

15+ years of relevant airport design and construction experience

Proficiency in FAA Advisory Circulars (particularly 150/5300-13B, 150/5320-6, 150/5370-10 series)

Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

Knowledge of Bluebeam Revu or other similar PDF editing software

Possess effective verbal and written communication skills

Ability to travel to project sites, client meetings, conferences and FAA coordination sessions

Preferred

Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred

Construction oversight and/or Resident Engineer experience a plus

Experience using Bluebeam, Monday Project Software

Benefits

Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.

Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.

Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.

Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.

Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.

Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.

Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.

Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.

Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.

Company

LJA

Glassdoor4.2

Employee-Owned. Client Focused. LJA is an employee-owned, full-service, comprehensive multi-disciplinary consulting firm.

Founded in 1972

Houston, Texas, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://www.lja.com/

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