Senior Project Manager ' Aviation​/Civil

At McFarland Johnson (MJ), we’re more than infrastructure consultants - we are a 100% employee-owned firm with 80 years of commitment to delivering innovative planning, engineering design, environmental services, technology, and construction solutions that make a lasting impact in the communities we serve.

We’re looking for an experienced Civil Engineer Aviation Project Manager to join our growing Aviation and Infrastructure team throughout New England
. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys leading diverse projects, developing trusted client relationships, and helping our technical team succeed.

The ideal candidate has at least 15 years of progressive engineering and project management experience
, preferably supporting aviation projects in New England.
Candidates must be based in New England or willing to relocate to the region.

• Performance Bonus:
  Annual incentive plan tied to individual performance and company profitability
• Employee Ownership (ESOP):
  As a 100% employee-owned firm, you’ll receive company stock at no cost, allowing you to directly share in the firm’s growth and profitability.
• Comprehensive Benefits:
  Medical (self-insured plan), 401(k) with match, HSA, generous PTO, and flexible work options

• Client Leadership:
  Serve as primary client contact and trusted advisor while strengthening long term relationships with airports throughout New England.
• Diverse Project Portfolio:
  Aviation (airside & landside), airport terminals and hangars, civil/site development, aviation planning, and environmental coordination a plus
• Full Project Lifecycle:
  Lead projects from initial planning and client engagement through permitting and design, to construction and close-out, providing continuity for both clients and project teams.
• People-Centric, High-Performance Culture:
  Collaborative, growth-focused, and team-oriented approach to providing quality client service
• Employee Ownership:
  Build your career and contribute to the long-term success of where all employees share in ownership as a 100% ESOP
• Support System:
  Join one of the largest and most successful aviation infrastructure teams in New England. Collaborate with our New England-based Aviation Project Managers on a daily basis. Rely on a significant number of existing aviation engineers of all experience levels in New England to support your projects.

• Lead and deliver complex, multidisciplinary projects across aviation, civil/site, planning, and/or environmental.
• Serve as a primary client manager, developing a thorough understanding of client needs, priorities, and long-term goals
• Manage project scope, schedule, and budget while ensuring technical excellence and quality delivery
• Guide and mentor engineers and technical staff across teams
• Support workload planning, staff development, and the continued growth of the New England team
• Contribute to business development, including proposals and client engagement
• Represent MJ at client meetings, industry events, and professional organizations

• 15+ years of progressive experience in project management (aviation, transportation, civil/site, or similar)
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and deliver complex projects
• Experience working on airport projects or terminal facilities is a plus
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and relationship management
• Experience mentoring and developing engineers and technical staff
• Interest in client relationship management and business development
• Familiarity with the New England market, including funding sources
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in NH, MA, ME, CT, RI, or VT
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (ABET-accredited) or related field