Aviation Project Manager

HDR is seeking an aviation project manager with extensive airport engineering and construction experience. The role will involve marketing, planning, directing, and monitoring all aspects of multi‑discipline airport projects including airside and landside projects with high technical complexity. The position will manage both design‑phase and construction‑phase services for a wide variety of commercial airport projects, lead a design team, review and mentor staff, and demonstrate strong leadership and organizational skills.

• Serve as the client manager for selected key clients within the area and be active and visible in the industry.
• Establish client relations and participate in marketing, contractual, design, and production meetings.
• Oversee interdisciplinary teams and provide review and guidance during development of project deliverables, including plans, specifications, cost estimates, schedules, and construction safety.
• Develop and review proposals and participate in client presentations as applicable.
• Manage services during construction efforts on active projects, including review of submittals and RFIs as needed.
• Implement QA/QC procedures and conduct training for personnel as established by strategic plans.
• Coordinate projects with regulatory agencies and serve as liaison between clients, agencies, subcontractors, and design teams.
• Lead the implementation of HDR’s Health and Safety program on projects.
• Instruct, mentor, and assist junior staff in their career development.

• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• At least 15 years of experience in civil engineering and design team management, specifically related to the aviation market sector.
• At least 5 years of project management experience with Southern California airports.
• Experience on airside and landside aviation projects.
• Experience in Program Management/Construction Management (PM/CM) projects as Owner’s representative.
• P.E. license is preferred.
• Envision Sustainability Professional (ENV SP) credential is preferred.
• Familiarity with FAA Advisory Circulars and aviation design standards.
• Experience working in and leading multi-disciplinary teams.
• Experience working on and leading large aviation projects.
• Demonstrated leadership, business development, and strategic planning skills.
• Local candidates preferred.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 7 years of related experience.
• A minimum of 2 years of project management experience.
• Ability to interact with various design teams and strong organizational, project management, and communication skills.
• Commitment to being an active participant in HDR’s employee‑owned culture.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, health, performance, and success. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position is $155,000 - $210,000, depending on skills, experience, education, and geographic location.

(Stated benefits are for full‑time regular positions. Temporary and part‑time roles are eligible for limited benefits.)

Locations
:
Irvine, Los Angeles, Long Beach, San Diego (California, United States)

Posting date
:
Jul 30, 2025