Civil Project Manager, Aviation & Municipal

Bollig Engineering; Willmar (MN); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Bollig Engineering in Willmar, MN or Fargo, ND is seeking a Civil Project Manager, Aviation & Municipal to lead aviation and municipal infrastructure projects across MN, ND, and SD. The role blends project leadership, client relations, and cross-team collaboration to deliver value to rural communities.

The ideal candidate has a degree in civil engineering or related field, strong communication, and the drive to learn and mentor others. Occasional travel to project sites is expected.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, project management, construction management, aviation management or a related field preferred.
• Relevant professional experience may be considered in place of a directly related degree.
• Experience coordinating schedules, budgets and client communications.

Responsibilities

• Help lead aviation project management and airport improvement projects from planning through design, funding, construction and completion.
• Build and maintain trusted client relationships and collaborate with Bollig team to meet goals.
• Coordinate schedules, budgets, deliverables and communications to keep projects moving forward.
• Support airport planning initiatives, master plans and capital improvement plans.
• Assist clients with funding, grant administration, permitting and regulatory coordination.
• Participate in client meetings, site visits, design reviews and stakeholder coordination.
• Coordinate with sponsors, managers, agencies, consultants and staff on projects.
• Prepare proposals, qualifications statements and presentations for commissions and boards.
• Collaborate with municipal services on data gathering, analysis and reporting.
• Represent Bollig professionally and support teamwork, continuous improvement and neighbors serving neighbors.
• Support additional aviation, civil engineering and municipal projects as needed.

Skills

Project coordination

Stakeholder communication

Team collaboration

Time management

Problem solving

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Bluebeam Revu

Microsoft Project

Job description

Location:

• Willmar, MN or Fargo, ND

Bollig Engineering is a growing civil engineering firm with offices in Minnesota, South Dakota and North Dakota. We are passionate about rural communities and delivering high-quality, value-driven engineering solutions. We are currently seeking a Civil Project Manager, Aviation & Municipal to join the team on municipal infrastructure and aviation projects across Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota, serving as an integral part of a team-centered environment and sharing our passion for developing rural communities. This position is ideally based in our Willmar, Minnesota, or Fargo, North Dakota office, but there is some flexibility on location for the right candidate.

This role suits a seasoned project manager, but it can also be well-suited to an emerging professional with limited formal project management and/or technical experience. A candidate who possesses an exceptional drive to learn, a self-starting attitude, and a strong desire to develop under mentorship can succeed.

Civil Project Manager, Aviation & Municipal – Job Responsibilities

Help lead aviation project management and airport improvement projects from initial planning through design, funding, construction and project completion

Build and maintain trusted client relationships while collaborating with the Bollig team to understand client goals, address project needs and deliver a positive project experience

Coordinate aviation project schedules, budgets, deliverables and communication to keep projects organized and moving forward

Support airport planning initiatives, including airport master plans, airport layout plans and airport capital improvement plans

Assist clients with airport funding, grant administration, permitting and regulatory coordination for aviation infrastructure projects

Participate in client meetings, airport site visits, design reviews, construction discussions and stakeholder coordination meetings

Coordinate and communicate with airport sponsors, airport managers, agency representatives, consultants, Bollig staff and other project stakeholders

Help prepare proposals, statements of qualifications and presentations for airport commissions and boards, city councils, residents and community stakeholders

Collaborate with Bollig’s municipal services team on client and project management, information gathering, data analysis, reporting and community needs assessments

Represent Bollig professionally as a Civil Project Manager while supporting our commitment to teamwork, strong relationships, continuous improvement and neighbors serving neighbors

Support additional aviation project management, civil engineering and municipal infrastructure projects as needed

Civil Project Manager, Aviation & Municipal – Qualifications Desired

Associate or bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, project management, construction management, aviation management or a related field preferred

Relevant professional experience may be considered in place of a directly related degree

Experience with project coordination practices, including schedules, budgets, consultant coordination, deliverables and client communication

Ability to build trusted relationships and provide a positive project experience for clients and stakeholders

Strong written, verbal, analytical and interpersonal communication skills

Self-motivated, coachable and adaptable, with a willingness to ask questions, accept feedback and continue learning

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments, stay organized and meet deadlines in a professional services environment

Collaborative, team-centered approach to problem-solving and project delivery

Proficiency with standard business software and familiarity with project management tools

Ability and willingness to learn company and industry software, including programs such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, Bluebeam Revu and Microsoft Project

Interest in aviation infrastructure and the unique needs of rural airports and small communities

Strong attention to detail, professional judgment and a commitment to continuous improvement

What You’ll Love About Bollig

Work on meaningful airport and civil improvement projects that strengthen rural communities

Gain experience across the full project lifecycle, including planning, funding, design, and construction

Join a collaborative team that values mentorship, professional development and shared success

Build lasting relationships with airport managers, community leaders, agency partners and project stakeholders

Experience a culture centered on neighbors serving neighbors, teamwork, relationships and continuous improvement

Receive competitive compensation, benefits and a commitment to work-life balance

Explore opportunities to contribute to both aviation and municipal infrastructure projects for small communities

Location: Willmar or Fargo

• This Civil Project Manager position is best suited to be based out of our Willmar, Minnesota, or Fargo, North Dakota, offices, but there is some flexibility on location for the right candidate. Bollig Engineering also has offices in Sartell, Minnesota, Two Harbors, Minnesota, and Sioux Falls, South Dakota, as well as many remote staff.
• Travel to airport project sites, client meetings, and community meetings may be required as needed.

Salary Range

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