We create great places and the connections that get people and goods moving—whether by car, bus, train, plane, or their own two feet. Working within the context of the communities we serve, we provide planning, engineering, and infrastructure management services that fit the needs of our clients and improve the overall transportation experience. Join our team and help us keep communities connected.
Your Opportunity
Stantec Consulting Services Inc. is seeking a highly motivated Airport Project Manager to join our Airport practice. This dynamic individual will be responsible for leading engineering and design efforts for airside and landside airport infrastructure and development projects for both commercial and general aviation airports. You are the engineer of record and project manager responsible for taking ownership of your projects. Your opportunity for career growth is limited only by your imagination.
Tasks will include leading a team in the preparation of technical studies and reports, engineering design concepts, construction plans, specifications, opinions of construction costs, and as well as leading construction administration and management during construction phase services. Come join our Airports Team and work alongside others who share your passion to support communities through exciting and unique airport projects.
Our Airports Team is taking airport design to the next level. From roadway to runway or full terminal design, we'll take your career to new heights.
Your Key Responsibilities
• Serve as an engineer of record and team lead on aviation related projects.
• Prepare reports, develop project design elements including technical reports, calculations, plans, specifications, and estimates.
• Coordinate and direct efforts of technical staff to develop high-quality deliverables.
• Peer review plans and provide quality control reviews of technical specifications, contract documents, and estimates.
• Mentor junior staff in technical design elements and the development of project documents.
• Correspond with clients, attending and participating in airport authority meetings, and providing guidance to Airport Managers, Airport Authorities, or Client Engineering Staff to obtain and determine project requirements and approvals.
• Oversee and/or prepare grant administration paperwork for the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA’s) Airport Improvement Program (AIP), as well as State grant administration.
• Oversee all aspects of construction engineering administration including oversight of Resident Inspectors, shop drawing approvals, and contractor coordination.
• Travel to other Stantec offices for team collaboration, as required.
• Perform other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.
Your Capabilities and Credentials
• Excellent communication skills and a skilled problem solver. Excellent attention to detail. Ability to present technical information to executive level staff.
• Thorough knowledge and application of FAA design standards and specifications.
• Extensive experience managing aviation projects and/or programs.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully manage a team of specialized employees and contractors in a coordinated and integrated manner.
• Ability to logically analyze and manage project technical, budget and schedule activities.
• Experience in the management of project and/or program budget and cost control functions including budgeting, change management, cost estimating, scheduling and forecasting.
• Proficient in Microsoft (MS) Office Suite.
• Expertise using engineering design and office software, including MicroStation (with ORD) and/or AutoCAD (with Civil 3D). MicroStation preferred.
• Experience with other relevant software programs such as AeroTurn, and Hydrology and Stormwater Modelling is highly desirable.
• Construction administration and observation experience preferred.
• Current Driver’s License. (Ability to obtain airside security badge at commercial service airports and passing required security background check may be required.)
Education and Experience
• BA/BS in Civil/Structural Engineering, Construction Management or similar
• Licensed Professional Engineer in Kentucky and/or Tennessee is a must.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in airport/aviation civil engineering.
Position will primarily work in an office setting; may require some field work. This position requires limited travel in the local region to project sites and client meetings, but opportunities for more extended travel are available for those who are interested and willing.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
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