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Charlotte Douglas International Airport · 2 days ago

Planning and Design Engineer

Charlotte, NC

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$62K/yr - $78K/yr

0+ years exp

Charlotte Douglas International Airport is one of the world’s busiest airports, and they are seeking a Planning and Design Engineer to support complex airport projects. This role involves assisting in all phases of engineering projects, including planning, design, procurement, and construction administration, while ensuring compliance with legal obligations and maintaining communication with various stakeholders.

Air TransportationFacilities Support ServicesTransportation

Hiring Manager

Giezica Alvarenga

Responsibilities

Assists Engineering Program Management Teams in the implementation of a multi-billion-dollar Capital Investment Program at CLT

Coordinates tasks within larger construction, maintenance, or rehabilitation projects for airport facilities

Reports significant issues to the Program Manager and the Project Managers

Liaises with construction inspection staff for projects at CLT as directed

Prepares reports and cost estimates

Assists in Master scheduling, resource forecasting, budgeting, and procurement of consultants for design services of CIP projects

Utilize Airport’s PMIS software in order to interface with contractors and Engineering/Architectural consultants throughout the project lifecycle

Supports project management activities (project scope, schedule, budget, quality, design management, and internal/external stakeholder coordination, risk management) and performs technical discipline tasks (research, reports, facilitation of specifications/plan preparation)

Responds to calls outside of normal work hours, and returns to work as needed to resolve urgent problems 24/7/365

Qualification

Engineering degreeEIT certificationProject controls softwareTechnical plans interpretationMicrosoft Office SuiteCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's Level Degree – Engineering, no experience required

Ability to obtain Engineering Intern Training (EIT) certification within one year of employment

Valid driver's license with no more than 6 points and the ability to obtain and maintain a City driving permit

Understanding of basic principles of a public works project lifecycle

Skills to interpret technical plans and specifications

Ability to use project controls software and analyze schedules

Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to maintain good working relationships with tenants, clients, contractors, management, coworkers, and the general public, and represent the Airport in a professional manner

Proficiency with computer applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Adobe, and Bluebeam, and with mobile devices such as tablet computers

Must be able to traverse a wide variety of active construction sites that may include exposure to machinery, moving objects/vehicles, scaffolds, and ladders

Works both inside and outside, with possible exposure to inclement weather

Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. unassisted