Vice President, Aviation

Vice President, Aviation

Milhouse Engineering & Construction is seeking an accomplished and visionary leader to join our team as Vice President, Aviation. In this pivotal role, the Vice President of Aviation provides technical leadership while planning, organizing, and implementing the development of all projects and initiatives within the aviation group. This leader will bring strategic vision, technical expertise, and exceptional leadership skills to drive the success of their team's projects and ensure Milhouse consistently meets and exceeds customer expectations.

The Vice President, Aviation spearheads the growth and profit goals of the aviation team by leading a multidisciplinary group specializing in the planning, design, and construction services of diverse engineering projects. This is an exciting opportunity to guide a team of talented engineers while shaping the future of aviation infrastructure with one of the industry's most innovative and culture-focused firms.

• Develop and implement strategic plans for the Aviation division, aligning with the company's overall mission and vision
• Grow business volume with existing and new clients
• Oversee the planning, design, and execution of Aviation projects, ensuring they meet quality standards, budgets, and timelines.
• Administrative responsibilities include but are not limited to oversight of quality for all work, maintaining a 15% overall profitability for the Group, ensuring that the Project Management Plan is being followed, recovery plan reviews for projects over budget and schedule, invoicing oversight, staffing requirement reviews and goals and performance reviews of direct report subordinates
• Collaborate across the organization to ensure that team utilization goals are met or exceeded
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies, particularly FAA
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of multi-disciplined engineers and project managers, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the Aviation Industry including major carrier airlines, airside and landside design and Construction Management, including proposal development and presentations
• Cultivate effective relationships with clients, and team members
• Support proposal opportunities that are strategically aligned with your group
• Participates in the RFP/RFQ process including, site visits, client meetings, scope development, preparation of project approach, technical execution plans, schedules, and interviews
• Ensure all projects comply with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as industry standards and best practices

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Illinois required
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in design engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the aviation industry
• Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients, stakeholders, and team members
• Strong understanding of aviation engineering principles, project management, and regulatory requirements

• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage Reach out to learn how your deductible could be covered 100% through Garner Health
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• Company Sponsored Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability We've got your back when life takes unexpected turns.
• Voluntary Coverages Take control of your well-being with added coverage options.
• Discounted Gym Membership Stay active with wellness options that support your fitness goals.
• Competitive Base Salary Earn what you're worth in a performance-driven culture.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Build your future with confidence.
• Professional Development Incentives Get rewarded for growing your skills including bonuses for earning your P.E. License
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• Milhouse University (Cross-Functional Training) Expand your expertise with internal training built to elevate your career and receive PDH credits for applicable training towards professional engineering…