Associate Project Manager, Aviation Planning

Hanson Professional Services Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Performance bonuses

401(k) with matching contribution

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Comprehensive health & well-being plans

Financial wellness plans

Work-life balance programs

Job summary

Hanson Professional Services Inc. is seeking an Associate Project Manager for Aviation Planning in Nashville, TN. This role involves preparing airport master plans, conducting site selection studies, and leading project teams.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and at least 8 years of airport planning experience. The position offers a competitive salary range of $95,000 - $130,000 and an array of benefits, including 401(k) matching and health plans.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of relevant airport planning experience with increasing responsibilities.
• Strong working knowledge of FAA advisory circulars and orders.
• Experience in establishing and maintaining relationships with clients, airport boards, FAA, and regulatory organizations.

Responsibilities

• Preparing airport master plans and site selection studies.
• Writing grant applications and technical proposals.
• Communicating analysis results to government bodies.

Skills

Experience in complex and controversial projects

Microsoft Office software

AutoCAD/Civil 3D and/or ArcGIS

AEDT and/or AviPlan Turn

Managing project financials

Communication of technical concepts

Relationship building

Independent and team problem solving

Interest in diverse assignments

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Aviation Management, Civil Engineering or relevant field

Master’s degree in relevant field

Tools

AutoCAD/Civil 3D

ArcGIS

Job description

Hanson Values

Integrity | Commitment | Quality | Relationships | Innovation

A Day in Life of an Associate Project Manager, Aviation Planning at Hanson

Here’s a snapshot of what you would do in this role:

• Preparing airport master plans, airport layout plans, site selection studies, obstruction analysis, forecasting, noise and environmental evaluations, terminal plans, sustainability evaluations, business plans, and other airport planning tasks and projects.
• Assist the aviation market in smart airport planning programs, and lead or assist in writing grant applications.
• Communicate analysis results in the form of technical memoranda, reports, graphic displays, and presentations to government bodies and elected officials as part of the aviation planning process.
• Participate in preparation of technical proposals, scope of work development, and external relationship building and technical presentations.
• Client and project team coordination for the identified tasks.
• Must be willing and able to work overtime to meet project needs and deadlines.
• Travel to client location or regulatory agencies for project-related tasks is expected.
• Other duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

Skills

• Experience in complex and controversial projects.
• Experience with Microsoft Office software.
• Experience with AutoCAD/Civil 3D and/or ArcGIS.
• Experience with AEDT and/or AviPlan Turn preferred.
• Experience with managing project financials preferred.
• Must be able to communicate complex technical concepts to technical staff, public officials, and the general public in both written and oral format.
• Must be able to build effective relationships with internal and external client bases.
• Must be able to work independently and as a team member to problem solve and learn new technical skills.
• Must demonstrate an interest in experiencing a variety of assignments and responsibilities.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Aviation Management, Civil Engineering or a relevant field.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant airport planning experience with increasing responsibilities and project leadership.
• Must have a strong working knowledge of FAA advisory circulars and orders.
• Experience in establishing and maintaining relationships with clients, airport boards, FAA and regulatory organizations.
• Preferred additional qualifications:
  • Master’s degree in relevant field.
  • Following certifications: AICP, AAE, CM, LEED, ENV SP, etc.
  • Proven experience as a project manager and/or task leader on airport planning projects.
  • Experience in mentoring and supervising junior staff.

Salary range: $95,000 - $130,000

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Performance bonuses.
• 401(k) with matching contribution.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan.
• Comprehensive health & well-being plans.
• Financial wellness plans.
• Work-life balance programs.

Culture

• Monthly educational webinars.
• Leadership training.
• Lunch & learn development sessions.
• 24/7 access to thousands of skill-building courses.
• Mentorship opportunities.
• Award-winning internship program.
• Employee recognition.
• And so much more!

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EEO — EMPLOYER

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