Design / Construction Professional (Airport Development) 2026.10

Delta Airport Consultants; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Delta Airport Consultants, Inc. in Charlotte, NC is seeking a civil engineer to work on airport projects, joining a team that delivers planning, design, bidding and construction for aviation facilities.

You will have a BS or MS in Civil Engineering (ABET) and 2–5 years of land development or field experience; E.I.T. and pursuit of PE licensure; proficiency with AutoCAD and Civil 3D; knowledge of FAA regulations.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited school.
• 2-5 years land development and/or field experience (required).
• E.I.T. certification and working towards PE licensure.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Civil 3D or equivalent.
• Knowledge of FAA regulations and state-funded airport programs (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Work in a team environment and contribute to delivering civil engineering projects – on airports!
• Engage in projects at all stages – Planning, Design, Bidding and Construction
• Deliver high quality work products, project reports and engineering documents

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Education

BS or MS in Civil Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

About Delta Airport Consultants, Inc.

At Delta, we geek out about all things aviation-related. In fact, we like to call ourselves “Aviation enthusiasts”. Supporting clients ranging from large hub commercial airports to general aviation facilities, we provide full-service airport consulting. We’re a group of enthusiastic, creative, challenge-the-status-quo self-starters who go above and beyond to exceed customer expectations.

As a Delta employee, you map your own adventure through diverse project opportunities, ongoing personal and professional development and a culture that supports you through every step. We offer our staff competitive compensation packages and excellent benefits including health, dental, vision and life insurance as well as paid vacation and holidays. The best part about working with us? You get to do work that makes a difference. Our energetic employees volunteer their time in big ways (like coaching sports teams and serving on non-profit boards) and smaller ways (like participating in community fundraising and making career day presentations).

Here, the sky’s the limit. If you’re up for soaring to new heights with us, keep reading!

Job Description (The awesome work you’ll get to do):

• Work in a team environment and contribute to delivering civil engineering projects – on airports!
• Engage in projects at all stages – Planning, Design, Bidding and Construction
• Deliver high quality work products, project reports and engineering documents

Job Requirements (The awesome experience you bring):

• B.S. or M.S. in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering school
• 2-5 years land development and/or field experience (required)
• E.I.T. certification and working towards Professional Engineering licensure
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Civil 3D or equivalent
• Knowledge of FAA regulations and state-funded airport programs (preferred, but not required)

Job Personality Traits for Success (The awesome qualities you possess):

• Keenly interested in learning more about the exciting aviation industry
• Customer focused – Keeps customer requirements at top of mind
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Analytical – Can review data and information to make informed recommendations
• Conscientious with keen attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and against deadlines
• Team Player pitching in to meet our deadlines and coach others
• Enthusiasm for site development, construction and the built environment

Anticipated start date January 2027

Delta Airport Consultants, Inc provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.