Senior Civil Engineer / Project Manager - Aviation (48582)

Urban Engineers; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Prescription

Dental

Vision

Remote/Hybrid/Office flexibility

Life Insurance

Disability Coverage

401K with match

ESOP

Vacation & Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Development

Certification Bonus

Job summary

Urban Engineers is seeking a seasoned Project Manager or senior-level Civil Engineer to lead aviation infrastructure projects and help shape the future of our Aviation Department. This role blends technical leadership, client engagement, and project delivery – ideal for an experienced engineer ready to guide teams and manage high-impact projects.

You will guide teams, manage airfield and landside designs, and serve as the primary client liaison for airports and partners while pursuing new

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering from ABET-accredited program.
• 8–15 years of PM and civil/site design experience (aviation preferred).
• PE license required.
• Airport/transportation project experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of airfield and landside civil design projects (scope, schedule, budget, quality).
• Oversee design of runways, taxiways, aprons, utilities, stormwater systems.
• Serve as primary client contact for airports and partner firms.
• Lead engineering teams and review deliverables.
• Develop proposals, manage subconsultants, and lead progress meetings.
• Ensure FAA, DOT, and state regulatory compliance.
• Support business development across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic markets.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Coordination

Education

BS in Civil Engineering ABET

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Urban Engineers is seeking a seasoned Project Manager or senior-level Civil Engineer to lead aviation infrastructure projects and help shape the future of our Aviation Department. This role blends technical leadership, client engagement, and project delivery – ideal for an experienced engineer ready to guide teams and manage high-impact projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of airfield and landside civil design projects (scope, schedule, budget, and quality).
• Oversee design of runways, taxiways, aprons, utilities, stormwater systems, and associated infrastructure.
• Serve as primary client point of contact for airports and partner firms.
• Lead and mentor engineering teams, including assigning tasks and reviewing deliverables.
• Develop proposals, manage subconsultants, and lead progress meetings.
• Ensure compliance with FAA, DOT, and state regulations.
• Support business development efforts and proposal pursuits across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic markets.

Requirements

• Required:
  • Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited Program
  • 8-15 years of professional experience in project management and civil/site design (aviation, roadway, transportation preferred).
  • Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
  • Professional Engineering (PE) license required.
  • Prior experience managing airport or transportation projects preferred.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and coordination skills.

Benefits Of Working At Urban

• Medical/Prescription
• Dental
• Vision
• Fully Remote, Hybrid, or Office-based flexibility
• Life Insurance
• Short/Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K and company match
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Vacation, Holiday, and Personal Days
• Vacation Buy-back Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development
• Certification Bonus

Pay Rate

120,000 - 175,000 / year

Location(s)

Northeast/Mid-Atlantic | Remote | Hybrid

About Urban

-LH Our culture is built around our people. Voted a top workplace by our employees, we are committed to advancing careers and providing a foundation for professional growth. Urban offers a wide range of health, welfare, and financial benefits to our employees, as well as career development through our own Urban Training Institute, tuition assistance program, and certification incentives. Founded in 1960, Urban provides services for buildings, ports, transit, railroads, airports, bridges, and highways. We specialize in engineering design, environmental, planning, construction services, and program management. By providing innovation, technical excellence, and on-time performance, we create value for a proud Urban family.

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status