Airport Principal Engineer - Airport Division

AIRPORT PRINCIPAL ENGINEER

DEPARTMENT:
Community and Economic Development

DIVISION:
Airport

PAY GRADE 170: $88,090.33 to $ Annual Salary

FLSA STATUS:
Exempt, Non-Merit, Full-Time & Eligible for Benefits

This position performs professional civil engineering and project management work in planning, designing, overseeing, and managing construction and maintenance projects at Ogden-Hinckley Airport. Work involves technical oversight of airfield and landside infrastructure including runways, taxiways, utilities, terminal and support facilities, and related systems. Responsibilities include administering the Airport Capital Improvement Program (CIP), ensuring compliance with FAA design and engineering standards, coordinating with consultants and contractors, and supporting the Airport Manager in planning, budgeting, and execution of projects.

The position requires advanced technical knowledge of airport construction and development and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

• Plan, manage, and oversee airport engineering and construction projects, including runways, taxiways, aprons, utilities, drainage, lighting, navigational aids, roadways, parking, and terminal facilities.
• Administer and coordinate the Airport Capital Improvement Program (CIP); prepare cost estimates, budgets, schedules, and phasing plans; monitor expenditures and project status.
• Ensure all airport design and construction projects comply with FAA Airport Design Standards, TSA regulations, city codes, and other applicable laws and regulations.
• Conduct or oversee engineering design, contract development, bidding, and construction management; review and approve project plans, specifications, change orders, and pay applications.
• Perform inspections of airport facilities and construction work to ensure compliance with standards, safety requirements, and quality expectations.
• Serve as project engineer or owner's representative on airport development projects; coordinate with consultants, contractors, and city staff; resolve technical and construction-related issues.
• Prepare, negotiate, and manage consultant and construction contracts.
• Provide technical reports, recommendations, and presentations to the Airport Director and Executive Director of Community and Economic Development.
• Support long‑range airport planning efforts; assist in identifying funding sources and preparing FAA and UDOT grant applications.
• Participate in safety and risk management activities; identify hazards and implement corrective measures to reduce liability to the City.
• Assist in supervising and directing assigned project staff, consultants, or contractors; provide training, guidance, and evaluation as needed.
• Maintain orderly records, project documentation, and compliance reports.
• Respond to public, tenant, and stakeholder inquiries regarding airport projects.
• Attendance and punctuality are essential functions.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years progressively responsible experience in civil engineering or airport infrastructure project management, including construction oversight.
• At least two (2) years of experience in a supervisory or project lead capacity preferred.
• Airport or aviation-related engineering experience preferred.
• Experience with FAA Force Account qualifications and procedures preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid Utah driver's license.
• State of Utah Professional Engineer (PE) license required, or ability to obtain within one year of hire.
• Must successfully pass security screening and airport badging requirements.
• AAAE Basic and Advanced ASOS certified within 6 months.
• Airport Security Coordinator (ASC) certification within 6 months.
• Movement Area Qualified within 6 months.
• Air-band ground station operator qualified within 6 months.
• Employees will be required to complete NIMS IS100, IS200, ICSP
  300, ICSP
  400, IS700, IS701, IS702, IS703, IS704, IS706, IS775, IS803, and IEMC course(s), position specific ICSP courses based on assignment within two years of hire.

• Knowledge of FAA Part 139 and 1542.
• Principles and practices of civil engineering as applied to airports.
• FAA Airport Design and Engineering Standards, TSA regulations, and related laws/codes.
• Project budgeting, scheduling, procurement, and contract management.
• Construction materials, methods, and quality control procedures.
• Municipal administration and public project funding processes.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of program development and administration.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration.
• Knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
• Managing large, complex airport construction and…