Aviation Engineering Project Manager

Join Us:

Shape the Future of Airport Infrastructure as an Aviation Engineering Project Manager Are you an experienced aviation engineer ready to lead complex airport infrastructure projects from planning through implementation? Do you enjoy combining technical expertise with project leadership to deliver innovative solutions that enhance airport operations, improve safety, and support the long-term growth of the communities airports serve?

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking an Aviation Engineering Project Manager to join our Aviation Team in Boston, MA;
Providence, RI;
Burlington, MA; or Norwell, MA. In this role, you'll lead the planning, design, and delivery of airside, landside, and airport facility projects while partnering with airport sponsors, regulatory agencies, and multidisciplinary teams to create innovative solutions that enhance safety, efficiency, and long-term operational success.

What You'll Do:

Manage airside, landside, and facility-related aviation projects from planning through implementation, delivering practical, sustainable solutions that enhance airport operations, safety, and efficiency

Oversee aviation infrastructure project delivery including scope, budget, schedule, and client satisfaction

Coordinate contracts, technical documentation, and collaboration with clients, regulators, and subcontractors

Drive project financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and monthly progress reviews

Develop and implement health and safety plans while ensuring regulatory compliance and QA/QC standards

Communicate project status, technical findings, and recommendations clearly to clients, stakeholders, and internal teams

Independently completes routine development of engineering design, preparation of specifications, compiles technical reports and other activities requiring knowledge of standard principles and techniques

What You Bring:

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering required;
Master’s degree preferred

Minimum of 10 years progressive engineering experience required, including 2 years of project management experience

Professional Engineer (PE) license required

Expert knowledge of the aviation engineering discipline with a proven ability to apply best practices

Advanced proficiency with engineering, computational, and modeling software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, etc.)Strong understanding of QA/QC procedures, business practices, and engineering laws Demonstrated leadership, organization, problem-solving, and multitasking skills

Proven ability to manage scope, budget and schedule of technical tasks

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a collaborative mindset

Proficiency with Microsoft Suite and other management software Knowledge of Deltek Vision preferred

Participation in professional engineering societies/organizations preferred

Why You'll Love It Here:

Shape the future of aviation infrastructure by leading meaningful projects that enhance airport safety, efficiency, and long-term growth

Own projects from strategy through delivery, combining technical expertise and project leadership to make a visible impact

Build lasting client partnerships while working with airport sponsors, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders on high-profile infrastructure investments.

Curious about the impactful work our Aviation team is doing? Discover our specialized solutions for airside, landside, and facility-related airport infrastructure by visiting: CHA Aviation. Salary Range:$120,000 - $150,000

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. Culture/EEO Statement:

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