Sr Project Manager - Aviation

RS&H; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

RS&H is seeking a Senior Project Manager - Aviation to lead multidisciplinary teams on civil and aviation infrastructure projects at our Charlotte or Raleigh, NC offices. You will drive planning, design, and delivery, oversee client relationships, and mentor junior staff while growing our North Carolina Aviation team.

The role emphasizes leadership, project execution, and business development across state and national aviation partners, with opportunities to shape airport infrastructure and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
• Minimum of 10 years of civil engineering experience, including 3+ years in project design.
• North Carolina PE license or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Experience leading aviation or transportation infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to travel to client sites in the region.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and manage a variety of aviation and civil infrastructure projects
• Oversee stormwater, utility infrastructure, and pavement design and assessments
• Manage construction support services, including construction management and inspection
• Lead and coordinate large, multi-disciplinary design teams
• Prepare engineering plans, specifications, reports, and permit applications
• Analyze design alternatives, technical data, cost estimates, and project schedules
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards
• Maintain and grow client relationships with local and national aviation partners
• Support business development, including proposal preparation and client presentations
• Mentor and develop junior team members to promote technical excellence

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project Management

Mentoring

Travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking a Senior Project Manager - Aviation to join our expanding team in our Charlotte or Raleigh, NC offices. This is a dynamic leadership opportunity to work on a wide range of civil and aviation-related infrastructure projects at NC airports.

Role Summary

As a Senior Project Manager, you’ll lead multidisciplinary teams through all phases of planning, design, and delivery of complex projects. You’ll play a key role in business development, project execution, and client relationship management—while also helping to mentor junior staff and contribute to the growth of our North Carolina Aviation team.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and manage a variety of aviation and civil infrastructure projects
• Oversee stormwater, utility infrastructure, and pavement design and assessments
• Manage construction support services, including construction management and inspection
• Lead and coordinate large, multi-disciplinary design teams
• Prepare engineering plans, specifications, reports, and permit applications
• Analyze design alternatives, technical data, cost estimates, and project schedules
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards
• Maintain and grow client relationships with local and national aviation partners
• Support business development, including proposal preparation and client presentations
• Mentor and develop junior team members to promote technical excellence

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited university
• Minimum of 10 years of civil engineering experience, including at least 3 years in civil engineering project design
• North Carolina Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or ability to obtain within 6 months
• Demonstrated experience managing aviation or transportation infrastructure projects
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office suite
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to travel to client sites throughout the region
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with Commercial Service and General Aviation Airports, NCDOA, NCDOT, FAA, and local permitting agencies
• Familiarity with civil engineering design, site development, and utility coordination
• Advanced proficiency in Civil 3D and related engineering software

Why Join RS&H?

• Join a team of employee owners dedicated to creating tomorrow, together.
• Be part of a nationally respected aviation team that values creativity and collaboration
• Work on impactful projects that shape airport infrastructure across the U.S.
• Contribute to a culture that promotes professional development, mentorship, and advancement
• Enjoy competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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Please note: no agency representation or submissions will be recognized for this vacancy. Candidates should apply directly to this role to be considered. I t is the responsibility of all third-party recruiting and employment agencies to know and adhere to our recruiting policy.

The Team

Joining our Aviation team means an opportunity to explore your potential and apply your diverse skills to serve the large and small airports of the aviation industry as a trusted advisor. You can do this in a collaborative and team-oriented environment among other driven professionals. Service areas include airfields, environmental planning, and environmental stewardship & resiliency. Join RS&H to define and master challenges, advance professionally, and build strong and lasting relationships.

The Company

Employee-owned, RS&H is one of the nation’s leading architecture, engineering, and consulting firms, with associates who work hard every day to create tomorrow together. We offer an exceptional journey from start to future. Our integrated teams translate experience into insight, turn challenges into opportunities, and build relationships that are as strong as the buildings and infrastructure we deliver together. We attribute our success to our unwavering commitment to our core values: integrity, accountability, curiosity, and teamwork.