Aviation Civil Engineering Manager

Louisville, Kentucky Civil /Full Time Exempt /On-site

Foth is a 100% member-owned science and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Wisconsin, with over 85 years of success. Our 750 members across 33 locations are dedicated to solving our clients’ toughest science and engineering challenges. Consistently ranked by Engineering News Record in the top 150 firms, we offer a values-based, collaborative, and flexible work environment with professional growth opportunities. If you thrive working alongside a smart and caring team, Foth may be the place for you.

Join our team and experience the Foth difference that contributes to our impressive 92+% member retention rate! Learn more at  Our Louisville office is growing, and we are seeking an experienced Aviation Civil Engineering Manager to provide technical engineering leadership and project management oversight for complex, multidiscipline aviation projects. In this role, you will lead and mentor our expanding Louisville team of talented professionals while collaborating nationally with aviation industry experts.

If you’re ready for a dynamic challenge and eager to take your career in an exciting direction, this position offers the opportunity to work alongside outstanding long-term clients and thrive in a flexible, high-energy environment.

Primary Responsibilities:

Provide technical engineering leadership and project management oversight for complex, multidiscipline aviation projects, including runways, taxiways, terminals, airfield pavements, stormwater systems, utilities, parking, and related infrastructure Serve as the primary point of contact for aviation clients, lead engagement activities including proposals, presentations, regulatory meetings, trade shows, and other business development efforts

Develop and manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and execution plans to ensure successful delivery of aviation and civil engineering design projects

Complete and oversee aviation and civil engineering designs, feasibility studies, technical reports, and engineering documentation using AutoCAD and related design tools

Create and review 3D models to support design development, quality control, and coordination across project elements. Ensure all engineering designs and processes meet federal, state, and Foth standards, guidelines, and quality expectations

Provide construction representation services, supporting field execution and ensuring alignment between design intent and construction activities Mentor and guide junior engineers on design practices, technical standards, and effective project delivery

Required Qualifications:

Professional Engineer (PE) license in Kentucky or the ability to obtain licensure within one (1) year Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited program5+ years of project management experience Minimum of 10 years of aviation project design experience

Experience in construction observation or administration

Knowledge of FAA Advisory Circulars for airport design and construction (runways, taxiways, grading/drainage, pavement markings, etc.) preferred but not required

All Foth Companies are equal opportunity employers, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. All locations are tobacco-free.  Subject to applicable state law, all applicants who have received a written offer of employment and a copy of Foth’s Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Program Policy, will be required to undergo testing for…