Senior Aviation Project Manager

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Aviation Project Manager in North Texas. This role involves directing complex airport projects, managing staff, and ensuring timely project completion. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of related experience, including 5 years in project management, along with a Bachelor's degree in Engineering. Relevant certifications and strong leadership skills are essential. Join the team to make an impactful contribution to transportation solutions.

Qualifications

• 10 years related experience is required.
• Minimum of 5 years project management experience necessary.
• Professional engineering license is needed.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct multi-discipline airport projects.
• Manage staffing and workload through project development.
• Supervise project staff and mentor less experienced team members.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Business development

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

Job description

Senior Aviation Project Manager - (190077)

At HDR, our employee‑owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe transportation is more than movement; it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life.

We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you’re modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks.

Job Overview

HDR is looking for a Senior Project Manager to join our Aviation program in North Texas. The primary duties will include planning, directing and monitoring all aspects of multi‑discipline airport projects with high degrees of technical complexity and involving managing project staff.

• Act as a doer/seller for current and future airport‑related projects in the North Texas market.
• Work with HDR’s North Texas Area leadership, the Texas Aviation Lead, and the North Texas Region Aviation Lead on pursuits and delivery of projects in North Texas Airports and the state of Texas, focusing on medium to large commercial airports.
• Manage staffing and workload through project development, completing projects on time and within budget.
• Concurrent production and coordination of several projects, establishing client relations and participating in marketing, contractual, design, and production meetings.
• Conduct design‑development and contract‑document work sessions at project sites with Project Managers, technical professionals and other disciplines.
• Work with Business/Accounting Managers, Project Controllers, and the Area Manager or Office Principals for project reviews.
• Implement QA/QC procedures and execute training for personnel.
• Supervise project staff and mentor less experienced members.

Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP certification.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• 10 years related experience.
• Minimum 5 years project management experience.
• Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered (e.g., Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license).
• MS Office and MS Project experience (Access experience is a plus).
• Demonstrated leadership, business development and strategic planning skills.
• Commitment to being an active participant in our employee‑owned culture is a must.

BusinessClass: Airfield Design

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HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other’s life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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