Senior Project Planner Aviation

Overview

At Mott Mac Donald, we trust our brilliant people to do brilliant things in engineering, management, and development services, supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. As one of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves on our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through our network of 20,000+ talented consultants. With sustainability and innovation at the heart of all our sectors in North America, including, Buildings, Energy, Transportation, and Water.

We believe in empowering our people to excel, learn, and grow, offering diverse opportunities to contribute to career-defining work. Join us and be part of a collaborative environment where your ambitions are united with ours, and you can truly shape your story.

If you share that vision, even if you don’t meet every requirement listed, we’d still love to hear from you. We value potential and diverse perspectives as much as experience. Let’s explore how we can support your growth and help you take the next step in your career, while contributing to an exciting new chapter for Mott Mac Donald in North America.

We are looking for a flexible and motivated Senior Aviation Planner with a genuine passion for the aviation industry and a desire to make a difference in the world.

We are looking for a professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and is eager to grow within a multidisciplinary team. You’ll be involved in a diverse range of aviation projects, supporting planning and design efforts across airfield, terminal, landside, and operational domains.

• To be considered for this role, candidates will ideally possess:

• A university degree or college diploma in engineering, architecture, planning. Experience or academic focus in aviation management or transportation planning is a plus. Candidates with economics, sustainability, finance or business-related studies may also be considered.
• Proven experience with aviation planning, including the development of master plans, layout plans, facility requirements, and feasibility studies.
• Demonstrated capability in planning using FAA advisory circulars, TRB ACRP guidelines and other industry standards Proficient in Word, PowerPoint and Excel
• Familiarity with Power BI or other data visualization tools to produce airfield or terminal building spatial planning outputs
• Competency in AutoCAD and/or AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Experience with industry specific tools such as Avi Plan, AirTOP, CAST is desirable.
• Experience with tools such as Infraworks, Navisworks, Revit, or other 3D visualization software is a plus
• Working knowledge of simulation and modelling tools for airfield and terminal and the ability to manage others to use them to deliver capacity and demand analysis outputs.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory guidelines, airport operations and aviation development programs.

• Proactive and with a strong desire to learn and grow professionally.
• Positive, team-oriented mindset with the ability to work across disciplines and on a diverse range of projects.
• Methodical problem solver and critical thinker who takes initiative, and with the ability to work independently.
• Ability to organise, manage and supervise individual projects and work streams, including resources across various disciplines.
• Expertise in project and programme management with contractual knowledge and the ability deliver commercially successful projects.
• Ability to manage and supervise project teams, including the desire to train junior staff in developing new skills.
• Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills, enabling confident interaction with clients and colleagues.
• Ability to build and nurture client relationships, to identify and secure opportunities for follow-on work and new prospects.
• Strong written communication and attention to detail, with the ability to produce accurate technical drawings, impactful presentations, and professional reports.

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