Aviation Project Manager

AtkinsRéalis; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 99,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking an Aviation Project Manager in Denver, CO to lead complex aviation design and construction projects. You will oversee scope, budget, schedule, quality, and risk, while serving as a trusted client advisor on aviation infrastructure programs.

The role emphasizes collaboration with FAA, DEN DEC, and multidisciplinary teams in a dynamic, hybrid work environment. You will mentor staff, develop cost estimates, and drive technical excellence across facilities, airfield, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Architectural Engineering.
• 8 years in aviation engineering or project management.
• PMP or CCM certification desirable, or working towards.
• PE license preferred.
• Experience managing airport/aviation facilities projects.
• Strong FAA standards knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead full lifecycle of aviation design and construction projects in Denver, CO.
• Oversee scope, budget, schedule, quality, and risk across projects.
• Serve as trusted client advisor and build client relationships.
• Coordinate across disciplines with engineers and subconsultants.
• Develop and manage cost estimates, staffing plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Mentor junior engineers and complex teams.

Skills

Aviation PM

Budget & scheduling

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Communication skills

FAA standards knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Architectural Engineering

Tools

Unifier

Job description

Job Description

Overview

We are seeking an Aviation Project Manager to join our team in Denver, CO.

Your role

• Our growing aviation team as an Aviation Project Manager in Denver, CO and play a pivotal role in shaping critical airport infrastructure that impacts communities and connectivity nationwide.

• Leads the full lifecycle of complex aviation design and construction projects—bringing together technical expertise, strategic leadership, and client partnership to deliver high-impact, mission-critical solutions.

• Works at the intersection of engineering excellence and program delivery, ensuring projects are executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with FAA and industry standards.

• Collaborates with industry-leading experts across disciplines, influencing major capital improvement programs while advancing your own career in a supportive, flexible hybrid work environment.

• High-visibility role ideal for professionals who thrive in dynamic, multidisciplinary settings and are motivated to drive innovation, deliver quality, and make a lasting impact on aviation infrastructure.

• Owns project delivery from end to end.

• Oversees scope, budget, schedule, quality, and risk across aviation projects.

• Serves as a trusted client advisor.

• Builds strong relationships with airport clients and represents AtkinsRéalis’ full suite of capabilities with minimal oversight.

• Leads capital improvement program (CIP) efforts.

• Supports clients through planning, grant applications, design, procurement, construction administration, and closeout.

• Drives technical excellence.

• Provides oversight on facilities, airfield and landside infrastructure design; review engineering concepts, plans, and specifications to ensure quality and compliance.

• Coordinates across disciplines.

• Partners with engineers, subconsultants, and technical teams to deliver integrated solutions.

• Guides project planning and execution.

• Develops and manages cost estimates, staffing plans, schedules, and budgets.

• Solves complex engineering challenges.

• Evaluates alternatives, mitigates risks, and implements practical, cost-effective solutions.

• Mentors and develops talent.

• Supports and coaches junior engineers and technical staff, fostering a high-performing team environment.

• Engages with key agencies.

• Collaborates with the FAA and DEN DEC on grants, inspections, and construction administration.

• Supports construction oversight.

• Ensures quality assurance and field coordination through project delivery.

• Independently develops and manages project work plans, schedules, and budgets.

• Takes corrective action as necessary.

• Actively manages project budgets and profitability.

• Analyzes financial reports and ensures timely billing and collections.

• Serves as the primary point of contact on assigned projects.

• Drafts routine contract addenda and change orders for review by senior management.

• Directs and coordinates the work of the project team.

• Provides informal guidance to Associate PMs and technical staff.

• Performs all other duties assigned.

About you

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering or a related field.

• Requires 8 years of experience in aviation engineering and/or project management, with increasing responsibility, to include 3 years of project management experience.

• PMP Certification, CCM (Certified Construction Manager) or equivalent is desirable, or actively working towards certification.

• Professional Engineer (PE) license (preferred).

• Proven experience managing airport or aviation facilities or infrastructure projects.

• Strong understanding of FAA standards, funding processes, and airport development programs.

• Excellent communication and client management skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

• Demonstrated success managing budgets, schedules, and multidisciplinary teams.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with Unifier is a plus.

• Strong technical writing and documentation.

Rewards & benefits

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

About AtkinsRéalis

We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We’re committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Find out more.

Additional information

Expected compensation range is between $99,000-$165,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability

Please review AtkinsRéalis’ Equal Opportunity Statement here.

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Applications for this position are accepted on a rolling basis; no application deadline applies.

Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular

AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.