Aviation Civil Engineer & Project Manager: Lead Runways

Urban Engineers, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

FSA

401K

ESOP

Vacation/Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Development

Certification Bonus

Job summary

Urban Engineers is seeking a seasoned Project Manager or Senior Civil Engineer to lead aviation infrastructure projects in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. You will guide airfield and landside design, manage scope, schedule and budget, and serve as the primary client contact for airports and partner firms.

You will mentor teams, develop proposals, and ensure FAA/DOT compliance while supporting business development and client relations in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited Program
• 8–15 years of professional experience in project management and civil/site design (aviation, roadway, transportation preferred)
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• Prior experience managing airport or transportation projects preferred
• Excellent communication, leadership, and coordination skills

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of airfield and landside civil design projects (scope, schedule, budget, and quality)
• Oversee design of runways, taxiways, aprons, utilities, stormwater systems, and associated infrastructure
• Serve as primary client point of contact for airports and partner firms
• Lead and mentor engineering teams, including assigning tasks and reviewing deliverables
• Develop proposals, manage subconsultants, and lead progress meetings
• Ensure compliance with FAA, DOT, and state regulations
• Support business development efforts and proposal pursuits across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic markets

Job description

Urban Engineers is seeking a seasoned Project Manager or Senior Civil Engineer to lead aviation infrastructure projects in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. You will guide airfield and landside design, manage scope, schedule and budget, and serve as the primary client contact for airports and partner firms.

You will mentor teams, develop proposals, and ensure FAA/DOT compliance while supporting business development and client relations in a hybrid work environment.