Project Manager – Aviation Projects (Lenexa, KS)
We are seeking a highly skilled Project Manager to lead and oversee aviation-focused infrastructure projects. This role involves managing a range of improvement initiatives at general aviation and smaller commercial service airports, ensuring alignment with client goals, regulatory standards, and project timelines.
Your Role and Impact
- Lead the planning, design, and execution phases for airport infrastructure projects, including federally and locally funded initiatives.
- Manage multiple project components, including grant facilitation, design development, bidding, construction administration, and project closeout.
- Ensure compliance with airport master plans, federal grant assurance requirements, and FAA/state design standards.
- Apply FAA Advisory Circulars to the design and construction of key airport facilities such as runways, taxiways, aprons, grading, and pavement markings.
- Prepare contract specifications, bid estimates, and technical documentation.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, ensuring the successful integration of all project elements.
- Maintain accurate records, including timekeeping and project documentation.
What You Bring
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
- Experience: 8+ years in civil engineering with a focus on transportation or aviation projects.
- Licensure: Professional Engineer (P.E.) preferred.
- Strong expertise in FAA and State DOT aviation project requirements.
- Proficiency in tools such as MS Office and specialized aviation software (e.g., FAARFIELD).
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with a proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful aviation infrastructure projects, collaborate with dedicated professionals, and advance your career in a dynamic environment.