Aviation Engineer / Project Manager

HDR, Inc.; Fort Wayne, Omaha (IN, NE); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Aviation Engineer/Project Manager, where your expertise will help shape the future of aviation projects. In this dynamic role, you'll lead multi-disciplinary teams, manage key client relationships, and ensure project success from inception to completion. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this innovative firm values every employee's contribution, fostering a collaborative environment that empowers you to bring your authentic self to work. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact in the aviation industry, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 7 years of related experience with at least 2 years in project management.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

Responsibilities

• Act as a primary contact for airport projects and manage client relations.
• Lead project teams and ensure adherence to budget and schedule.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Communication

Engineering

MS Office

MS Project

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

HDR's Aviation team is growing and we are looking for that next great Engineer/PM to join the team!

In the role of Aviation Engineer / Project Manager, we'll count on you to:

• Acting as a primary point of contact for airport related projects primarily in Nebraska/Iowa.


• Supporting other regional markets and our military airfield program as needed.


• Serving as the Client Manager for selected key clients within the area and be active and visible in the industry.


• Participating and serving as a company role-model and technical leader within industry associations.


• Developing and reviewing proposals and participating in interviews and client presentations as applicable.


• Leading project teams involved with the production and coordination of several projects concurrently.


• Establishing client relations and being involved with marketing, contractual, design, and production meetings.


• Conducting design development and contract document work sessions at project sites in conjunction with clients, stakeholders, project managers, subcontractors, appropriate technical professionals, and other disciplines.


• Managing staffing and workload through the entire project's development to complete documents within the contracted budget and schedule requirements.


• Responsible for implementing QA/QC procedures, and for the execution of training for personnel as established by strategic plans.


• Monitoring projects for client-initiated changes and determining if changes require modification of contracts as needed for additional time or budget.


• Supervising project staff members and act as a mentor for less experienced staff members.


• Managing services during construction efforts on active construction projects including the review of submittals and RFIs as needed.


• Serving as a subject matter expert on construction projects to assist in resolving unforeseen site conditions or other issues encountered during construction as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree


• PMP certification


• Familiarity with FAA Advisory Circulars and aviation design standards.


• Familiarity with UFC and military design standards a plus.


• Experience working in and leading multi-disciplinary teams.


• Experience working on and leading large aviation projects.


• Experience with asphalt and concrete pavements.
  


• Demonstrated business development and strategic planning skills.


• Good communication, leadership, planning and mentoring skills.
  


• Local candidates preferred.

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• 7 years related experience
• A minimum 2 years project management experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• MS Office and MS Project experience is required (Access experience would be plus)
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location:United States-Nebraska-Omaha

Other Locations:United States-Iowa-Cedar Rapids, United States-Iowa-Des Moines, United States-Iowa-Davenport

Industry:Aviation

Schedule:Full-time

Employee Status:Regular

BusinessClass:Airfield Design

Job Posting:Jun 20, 2024