Aviation Project Manager

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.; Cary (NC); Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

Unlimited PPTO

Job summary

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. in the Carolinas is seeking a Project Manager to lead civil and structural aviation projects, including airfield improvements and site development.

You will manage cross-functional teams, coordinate with clients and subconsultants, mentor engineers, and contribute to business development in a hybrid Southeast region role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field required.
• 5+ years of aviation planning, design, and/or engineering in a consulting environment.
• PM experience delivering engineering projects and NC aviation client relationships.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Bluebeam, and FAA/UFC/ICAO standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage projects, overseeing progress and ensuring quality delivery.
• Coordinate with clients, subconsultants, and agencies through all project phases.
• Conceptualize civil design approaches for airfield and site development.
• Develop innovative solutions for design challenges and material limits.
• Supervise design tasks and manage client and official coordination.
• Mentor engineers and technical staff, fostering growth and collaboration.
• Participate in contract bidding and on-site project activities.
• Scope and develop level of effort for new projects.
• Build and maintain client relationships and support business development.

Skills

Project management

Aviation planning

Civil engineering

Client coordination

Engineering standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Bluebeam

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

At Jacobs, we’re reinventing tomorrow. With over 50 years of airport experience, we deliver comprehensive aviation solutions—from planning and design to construction and facilities management. Our team of engineers, architects, and planners thrives in complex, dynamic environments, supporting projects for municipal, regional, and international airports, air carriers, and military installations. we’re looking for an experienced Project Manager to join our growing Aviation team in the Southeast Region. This is your opportunity to lead impactful projects and help shape the future of air travel.

As a Project Manager, you’ll take ownership of civil and structural engineering projects for major airports in the Carolinas. Typical projects include airfield improvements, land/site development, and transportation-related tasks.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and manage projects, overseeing progress and ensuring quality delivery.
• Coordinate with clients, subconsultants, and agencies throughout all project phases.
• Conceptualize civil design approaches for airfield and site development projects using advanced engineering techniques.
• Develop innovative solutions to complex challenges, including conflicting design requirements and material limitations.
• Supervise design tasks and manage project coordination with clients and local officials.
• Lead, review, and mentor less experienced engineers and technical staff, fostering growth and collaboration.
• Participate in contract bidding and administration; observe project activities on-site.
• Scope and develop level of effort for new projects.
• Build and maintain client relationships, supporting business development and proposal efforts.

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (BSCE) or a related engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of aviation planning, design, and/or engineering experience, or experience in a closely related transportation infrastructure field.
• Demonstrated project management experience delivering engineering projects within a consulting environment.
• Established relationships and experience working with aviation clients and stakeholders throughout North Carolina.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Bluebeam, and other industry-standard engineering design and analysis tools.
• Experience preparing engineering reports, construction plans, technical specifications, and supporting documentation in accordance with FAA, UFC, and/or ICAO standards.

Ideally, You'll Also Have

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in North Carolina, or the ability to obtain reciprocity.
• Master's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Direct airfield civil engineering design experience, including runways, taxiways, aprons, and associated landside infrastructure.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $92,100.00 to $136,700.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on September 02, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support .