Aviation Project Lead - Airport Infrastructure

Neel-Schaffer, Inc.; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

401(k) matching

Job summary

Neel-Schaffer, Inc. is seeking an Aviation Project Manager for its Madison or Jackson offices. This full-time role delivers airport infrastructure projects from conception through design and construction, coordinating teams, schedules, budgets, and compliance.

The ideal candidate has a BS in Engineering, 6+ years of relevant experience, PE eligibility within one year, and familiarity with FAA regulations. Travel in the South/Southeast US is possible. Flexible to multiple locations preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required.
• Minimum six years of relevant experience.
• Professional engineering registration (PE) or ability to obtain within one year.
• PMP or CM certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain client contact and satisfaction on assigned projects.
• Oversee design through bidding, construction, and closeout.
• Manage scope, schedule, budgets, and work plans.
• Coordinate design team and subconsultants to meet deadlines.
• Act as Engineer of Record for design plans and calculations.
• Prepare design reports and cost opinions.
• Supervise staff and advise junior professionals.
• Lead and present to clients, bidders, public, and regulators as needed.
• Follow QA/QC procedures and company VM program.
• Develop technical solutions aligned with goals.

Skills

PE license

PMP/CM certification

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation/OpenRoads

Microsoft Office

FAA regulations knowledge

Project management

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation OpenRoads

Microsoft Office

Job description

Neel-Schaffer, Inc. is seeking an Aviation Project Manager for its Madison or Jackson offices. This full-time role delivers airport infrastructure projects from conception through design and construction, coordinating teams, schedules, budgets, and compliance.

The ideal candidate has a BS in Engineering, 6+ years of relevant experience, PE eligibility within one year, and familiarity with FAA regulations. Travel in the South/Southeast US is possible. Flexible to multiple locations preferred.