Aviation Project Manager

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

Aviation Project Manager (Full‑Time)

Neel‑Schaffer seeks qualified and highly motivated candidates for the full‑time position of Aviation Project Manager. This person will be based in our Madison or Jackson offices, but other locations may be considered for the right candidate.

Neel‑Schaffer is an Engineering News‑Record Top 500 Engineering, Planning and Construction Management firm that operates offices throughout the southeastern United States. We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits, including health care and a matching 401(k) savings plan.

The ideal Aviation Project Manager candidate will have a strong background in delivering airport infrastructure projects from conception through design and construction completion, including coordination of team project work, budget/billing management, and compliance. The manager will be actively involved in day‑to‑day work to maintain schedules and ensure high quality on projects.

Responsibilities

• Ensure and maintain client contact and client satisfaction on assigned projects. Assist airport clients with completing state and federal grant applications and airport capital improvement plans (ACIP).
• Oversee project execution from planning and design through bidding, construction, and closeout.
• Manage the scope, schedule, budgets, and work plans of assigned projects.
• Coordinate the activity of the design team and supporting subconsultants to meet deadlines on assigned projects.
• Take the role of Engineer of Record responsible for the technical accuracy of the design plans, specifications and calculations on the assigned projects.
• Prepare design reports, opinions of probable construction costs, and recommendations concerning the direction of the project.
• Supervise project staff and act as a technical advisor to junior professional staff assigned to the project.
• Coordinate, lead and make virtual and in‑person presentations to clients, prospective bidders, members of the general public, and/or regulatory agencies as needed for assigned projects.
• Consistently use personal work plans to carry out assignments, including revision to accelerate or slow a project when needed.
• Assume complete familiarity with the company’s Value Management Program for compliance with QA/QC procedures.
• Develop and produce technical solutions consistent with design, client, and company goals.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering with a minimum of six years of relevant experience.
• Must hold a Professional Registration in engineering (PE) or the ability to obtain within one year.
• PMP or CM certification(s) preferred.
• Proficiency with engineering and design software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D and MicroStation OpenRoads.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote).
• Strong working knowledge of FAA regulations, grant process, and airport design standards.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.
• Domestic travel may be required, mostly in the South/Southeast US. The frequency of travel is contingent on workload and project demands.
• Valid driver’s license.

Equal Opportunity Employer