Civil Aviation Project Manager

A career in transportation is more than bridges, roads, and rail. As we plan, design, and manage projects that move people and goods from Point A to Point B, we create connections that transform our communities. Every airport, road, bridge, port, or transit project is an opportunity to make communities safer, cleaner, and more resilient. Together, we’re making an impact around the world.

If you’re looking for a career that moves, join our team of professionals who are passionate about the future of transportation.

Our Airports Team is taking airport design to the next level. From roadway to runway or full terminal design, we’ll take your career to new heights.

Stantec is looking for an enthusiastic and talented Civil Aviation Project Manager to join our innovative Airport practice. You’ll have the flexibility to work from any of our offices in Nashville, Chattanooga, or Knoxville, Tennessee, or Lexington or Louisville, Kentucky. In this role, you’ll take the lead on designing and delivering airside and landside infrastructure projects for commercial and general aviation airports across the region.

You’ll be the Engineer of Record and Project Manager, owning your projects from start to finish—collaborating with expert teams, driving creative solutions, and helping shape the future of airport design. If you’re passionate about aviation, leadership, and making an impact, we’d love to have you on board.

Your career growth here is limited only by your imagination. As a key member of our team, you’ll lead the preparation of technical studies, engineering reports, design concepts, construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates. You’ll also play a central role in construction administration and management during project delivery.

Join our Airports Team and collaborate with talented professionals who share your passion for creating world‑class aviation infrastructure. From runways to terminals—and everything in between—we’re redefining airport design and taking careers to new heights.

• Serve as an engineer of record and team lead on aviation related projects.
• Prepare reports, develop project design elements including technical reports, calculations, plans, specifications, and estimates.
• Coordinate and direct efforts of technical staff to develop high‑quality deliverables.
• Peer review plans and provide quality control reviews of technical specifications, contract documents, and estimates.
• Mentor junior staff in technical design elements and the development of project documents.
• Correspond with clients, attending and participating in airport authority meetings, and providing guidance to Airport Managers, Airport Authorities, or Client Engineering Staff to obtain and determine project requirements and approvals.
• Oversee and/or prepare grant administration paperwork for the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA’s) Airport Improvement Program (AIP), as well as State grant administration.
• Oversee all aspects of construction engineering administration including oversight of Resident Inspectors, shop drawing approvals, and contractor coordination.
• Travel to other Stantec offices for team collaboration, as requiredli>
• Perform other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

• Strong communicator and creative problem solver with exceptional attention to detail.
• Confident presenting technical information to all levels of leadership.
• In-depth understanding of FAA design standards and specifications.
• Proven success managing innovative aviation projects and programs.
• Inspiring team leader who brings together engineers, specialists, and contractors for seamless project delivery.
• Skilled in balancing technical excellence with budget, schedule, and client expectations.
• Hands‑on experience in project budgeting, estimating, scheduling, and cost control.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and engineering design software such as Micro Station (with ORD) or AutoCAD (with Civil 3D)—Micro Station preferred.
• Experience with Aero Turn, hydrology, and stormwater modeling software a plus.
• Construction administration/field observation experience preferred.
• Must hold a…