Engineer Project Manager, Aviation and Airfield Design

Position Overview

Woolpert is an award‑winning, global leader in architecture, engineering, and geospatial services. We blend design excellence with cutting‑edge technology to deliver exceptional client value. Our dynamic Aviation team in Utah is hiring an Engineer Project Manager to lead and manage aviation and airfield projects.

The Project Manager is responsible for designing, planning, and executing aviation and airfield projects, coordinating with key stakeholders such as the FAA and project sponsors, and ensuring projects are completed within scope, schedule, and budget.

Applicants must possess work authorization in the United States; the position is not visa‑sponsored.

• Project Leadership & Management
  • Lead development of construction plans, contract documents, and technical reports; define project scopes, prepare fee proposals, manage budgets, and coordinate resources to ensure timely, on‑budget project delivery.
  • Oversee project schedules and deliver monthly invoicing and detailed Project Status Reports (PSRs) to clients.
• Stakeholder Coordination & Communication
  • Serve as the main point of contact for sponsors, the FAA, and other key stakeholders; coordinate meetings, prepare agendas and schedules, and document outcomes to ensure alignment.
• Documentation & Compliance
  • Review client‑provided documents, including as‑builts and design reports; coordinate subconsultants for surveys, geotechnical investigations, and other technical requirements.
  • Ensure all projects comply with federal, state, and local grant application processes and environmental regulations.
• Bidding & Construction Support
  • Manage the bidding process by organizing pre‑bid meetings, preparing addenda, and reviewing bid proposals.
  • Oversee change orders, conduct site visits during construction, and ensure quality standards are met.
• Project Close‑Out
  • Review and approve final engineering drawings, summarize project costs, and conduct final inspections with the FAA and sponsors.
• Client & Team Management
  • Lead cross‑functional teams through all phases of project development; build and maintain client relationships and collaborate with management on client satisfaction, risk management, and financial performance.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
• 10–15+ years of relevant industry experience
• Professional Engineer License
• Project Management experience managing Aviation projects
• Expert in Microsoft Office suite
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Must be able to travel to meet the needs and demands of the project
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to develop and manage cross‑functional relationships

• Freedom to Work program:
  Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).
• Principal program:
  Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
• Flexible paid time off/vacation:
  Take time off when it makes sense for you and your team.
• Career development:
  Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries.
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance.
• Paid sick time, retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, pet insurance, identity protection, technology stipend, and employee assistance program.

Pay Range: $106,400 — $177,400 USD

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Woolpert is an equal‑opportunity employer. Woolpert is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals and recruits, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.

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