Aviation Civil Engineering Lead — Airports & Airfield Design

AECOM; Cockeysville (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Civil Engineering Discipline Leader in Hunt Valley, Maryland to lead airport development designs across the full lifecycle from planning through construction. You will provide technical leadership, supervise engineers, and coordinate with clients, utilities and regulators to deliver safe, compliant airfield projects.

Preferred candidates have aviation design experience, AutoCAD/Civil 3D proficiency, and strong communication skills to manage multidisciplinary teams in a dynamic

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering field.
• 8 years of civil engineering experience or equivalent.
• U.S. Citizenship required due to project work.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to visit project sites.
• Must pass client background checks; sponsorship not available.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil design efforts for airport development including runways, taxiways, terminals, and related facilities.
• Provide technical leadership within the aviation civil engineering group.
• Plan and oversee design activities: airfield layout, grading, drainage, pavement, and stormwater.
• Prepare and review construction documents, schedules, reports, and cost estimates.
• Coordinate with utilities, permitting, and regulatory agencies; support construction activities.

Skills

Technical leadership

Aviation experience

Mentorship

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD/Civil 3D

Job description

AECOM is seeking a Civil Engineering Discipline Leader in Hunt Valley, Maryland to lead airport development designs across the full lifecycle from planning through construction. You will provide technical leadership, supervise engineers, and coordinate with clients, utilities and regulators to deliver safe, compliant airfield projects.

Preferred candidates have aviation design experience, AutoCAD/Civil 3D proficiency, and strong communication skills to manage multidisciplinary teams in a dynamic