Senior Aviation Project Manager

Century West Engineering; Bothell (WA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time: 2 to 4 weeks

Sick leave: 1 hour per 30 hours

8 paid holidays

Bereavement leave

401k match

Health, dental, vision insurance

Employer-paid life and disability

Employee assistance program

Bonus program

Training and development

Continuing education reimbursement

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Century West Engineering seeks a Registered Professional Engineer (PE) Senior Project Manager with airport development, design, and project management expertise. You will lead a diverse team, expand the aviation client base across the Pacific Northwest, and guide staff growth.

The role emphasizes FAA-funded projects and GA/Part 139 experience. Ideal candidates have 10+ years of civil engineering and project management experience, strong client outreach, and leadership capabilities to deliver

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering is required.
• PE licensure in OR/WA/ID or ability to reciprocity for Washington/Idaho/Oregon.
• FAA design standards knowledge and airport project development experience.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience with GA/Part 139 airports or FAA-funded projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams of in-house and subconsultant resources on complex airport projects.
• Evaluate target clients and opportunities for long-term profitability and fit with Century West's services.
• Implement client capture strategies including outreach and proposals.
• Collaborate with senior leadership on long-range strategic and operational planning.

Skills

Project management

Business development

Proposal writing

Client outreach

Strategic planning

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Job description

Century West Engineering is seeking a Registered Professional Engineer (PE) Senior Project Manager with airport business development, design, and project management experience. As a senior leader responsible for managing a diverse group of clients and in-house staff, you will play a key role in developing our aviation client base and staff presence throughout the Pacific Northwest. Candidates should have 10+ years of experience in relevant civil engineering design and project management with a focus on general aviation (GA) and/or Part 139 airports and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) funded airport development projects. If you are motivated by contributing to the vitality of local communities, thrive on uncovering and solving client needs, and bring strong technical expertise to FAA-funded aviation projects, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

• 2 to 4 weeks of vacation depending on experience
• 1 hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked
• 8 paid holidays
• 3 days paid bereavement leave, as needed
• 401k retirement account match
• Health (PPO and HSA options), dental, and vision insurance fully covered for full‑time employees and available for family and dependents
• 100% Employer Paid Life, Short‑term Disability and Long‑Term Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Bonus program
• Professional training and development opportunities
• Reimbursement for continuing education
• Flexible schedule

Duties And Responsibilities

• Manage teams of in‑house and subconsultant resources on complex projects
• Evaluate target clients and opportunities for long‑term profitability and fit for Century West's services and culture
• Implement successful client capture strategies including client outreach and proposal writing
• Collaborate with senior leadership in developing and managing long‑range strategic and operational planning

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or appropriate discipline
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in Oregon, Washington, or Idaho or ability to apply for reciprocity
• Experience and knowledge of FAA design standards and project development process
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience at GA and/or Part 139 Commercial Service Airports
• Demonstrated experience delivering profitable projects

An Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected status.