Aviation Planning Project Leader — AAM & Emerging Tech

Woolpert; United States; On-site; USD 87,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Freedom to Work program

Principal program

Flexible PTO

Career development

Health insurance

Job summary

Woolpert is seeking an Aviation Planning Project Manager to join our Aviation National team. You will lead master plans, airport layout plans, and related initiatives with a forward-looking, collaborative approach to grow Woolpert’s footprint in Aviation Planning and AAM.

Travel to clients and offices is required. The role emphasizes building client relationships, delivering quality projects, and developing industry leadership through thought leadership and strategic partnerships.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in a related field or 5+ years of related work experience.
• Aviation Subject Matter Expertise in Airport Layout Plans, Master Plans, or related areas.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in a dynamic environment.
• willingness to travel to clients, conferences and Woolpert offices.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.
• Adapt quickly to industry changes and internal initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on innovative technology and content to inform decisions and migration strategies.
• Guide airport planning activities on master plans, layout plans, and airspace initiatives.
• Collaborate with the National Aviation Services Operations team to meet goals.
• Develop and support a pipeline of Aviation Planning, AAM applications and related opportunities.
• Lead proposals, shortlists, presentations, and contract negotiations with clients.
• Ensure quality reviews of project documentation from work plans to final deliverables.

Skills

Aviation planning

Project management

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in related field

Job description

Woolpert is seeking an Aviation Planning Project Manager to join our Aviation National team. You will lead master plans, airport layout plans, and related initiatives with a forward-looking, collaborative approach to grow Woolpert’s footprint in Aviation Planning and AAM.

Travel to clients and offices is required. The role emphasizes building client relationships, delivering quality projects, and developing industry leadership through thought leadership and strategic partnerships.