Aviation Design Project Lead

AECOM; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an Aviation Design Project Manager for immediate employment in Oakland, CA, or Los Angeles, CA, with responsibilities spanning design, planning, and client management for General Aviation and Commercial Air Service Airports.

The role requires leading multi-discipline teams, directing projects from proposal to execution, and coordinating with FAA and local agencies. Travel to Southern California, Nevada, and nearby states may be required.

Qualifications

• BA/BS + 8 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education with an emphasis on design
• Experience managing $5MM contract value projects
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with 8 years of relevant experience or equivalent
• Experience in preparation of Project Reports, Feasibility Studies, and PS&Es for Aviation projects
• Proven track record of marketing/selling services to Aviation clients; Professional Engineer License in CA
• Minimum of 8 years experience including 8 years of project management in the aviation market sector
• Willingness to travel to clients and projects in Southern California, Nevada and surrounding states

Responsibilities

• Perform aviation-related civil design, planning, construction support, and client management for General Aviation and Commercial Air Service Airports
• Plan, direct, and monitor all aspects of multi-discipline projects involving airport engineering design
• Mentor and develop staff; provide leadership and teamwork
• Guide project teams on complex technical issues
• Coordinate staffing plans and workload throughout project duration
• Develop strategy, proposals, negotiate contracts, and execute projects
• Coordinate with clients, FAA and local permit agencies

Skills

Aviation project management

Civil engineering

Client management

Marketing experience

Education

BA/BS in Engineering

Professional Engineer License CA

Job description

AECOM is seeking an Aviation Design Project Manager for immediate employment in Oakland, CA, or Los Angeles, CA, with responsibilities spanning design, planning, and client management for General Aviation and Commercial Air Service Airports.

The role requires leading multi-discipline teams, directing projects from proposal to execution, and coordinating with FAA and local agencies. Travel to Southern California, Nevada, and nearby states may be required.