Senior Project Manager

Garver; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Garver’s Aviation Team in Houston, TX seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead design, planning, funding, and client management for commercial and general aviation airports in Texas. You will manage complex, multi-year aviation projects from feasibility through construction with GARVER's multidisciplinary staff.

Ideal candidates have a PE license, ABET-accredited engineering degree, 6–10 years of civil aviation experience, and strong communication skills. Travel up to 10% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program.
• Licensed Professional Engineer.
• 6-10 years of experience in civil engineering with aviation project experience.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software programs such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Working knowledge of design software packages such as AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Some travel may be required (approximately 10%).

Responsibilities

• Project management of aviation design projects related to new pavement construction, drainage improvements, utility relocation, sustainable design, and pavement rehabilitation projects.
• Construction administration and oversight for aviation clients.
• Collaborating and/or coordinating design teams consisting of multi-discipline design engineers, planners, and technicians.
• Coordination with clients, stakeholders, and funding agencies.
• Provide outstanding client service.

Skills

Communication skills

Written and oral communication

Leadership

Team coordination

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior Project Manager

Houston, Texas

Garver’s Aviation Team has been designing projects for more than 250 aviation clients for over six decades. Through this experience, Garver understands the complexities of airport systems held together by runways, roadways, facilities, and electrical systems that need to work in tandem to accommodate daily needs for travel and transport. Garver’s Aviation Team maintains a diverse, skilled design team dedicated to providing expertise and leadership to assist clients in meeting both current and future needs.

Garver’s growing Texas Aviation team is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join our multidisciplined team. The Project Manager will be responsible for performing a wide array of design, planning, funding, and client management services for commercial and general air service airports in Texas. The Project Manager will have the opportunity to manage the design and construction of complex, large, multi-year projects, supported by Garver's diverse multi-disciplined local and national staff.

Duties and responsibilities

• Project management of aviation design projects related to new pavement construction, drainage improvements, utility relocation, sustainable design, and pavement rehabilitation projects.
• Construction administration and oversight for aviation clients.
• Collaborating and/or coordinating design teams consisting of multi-discipline design engineers, planners, and technicians.
• Coordination with clients, stakeholders, and funding agencies.
• Provide outstanding client service.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program
• Licensed Professional Engineer
• 6-10 years of experience in civil engineering with aviation project experience
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software programs such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Working knowledge of design software packages such as AutoCAD and Civil 3D
• Some travel may be required (approximately 10% with occasional overnight)

Preferred Skills

• Project management of construction values up to +$2M
• Previous experience working with a multi-disciplined team while overseeing project execution
• Experience in managing construction projects at airports
• Licensed pilot or other aviation-related experience

Grow With Us

Garver offers its employees programs such as company-paid professional memberships, company support for industry licenses, and continuing education opportunities that foster a progressive atmosphere. Garver provides the tools, resources, and environment to develop leaders, stimulate ideas, and accomplish projects. By offering highly competitive salary packages, attractive benefits, and a comprehensive wellness program; Garver walks the talk when it comes to work-life balance.

Garver is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Our employment practices are based upon an individual's capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.