Lead Engineer - Airports

Olsson • Oklahoma City, OK

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About The Position

The Airports team provides services for a variety of airport projects including paving, grading, buildings, airport lighting, and fuel systems. As a Technical Expert on the Airports team, you will be responsible for elevating the level of technical expertise and project management capabilities within the firm. You will provide company-wide direction, internal consultation, and specialized services to clients. You may also travel, work with the sales team to market firm services, and serve as contact for key clients.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, sciences, construction, planning, landscape architecture or a related area preferred. In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, an associate degree with equivalent experience is required.
• A minimum of 12 years’ experience in a civil engineering discipline with a focus on airports.
• Is thoroughly familiar with the firm’s services, clientele, goals, policies, and procedures aligned with the firm’s tenets, values, and vision.
• Is thoroughly familiar with Olsson’s Quality Management Program.
• Has a strong understanding of engineering business consulting.
• Possesses highly specialized technical knowledge related to a particular service or discipline.
• Has a proven track record in meeting and exceeding client expectations through innovative technical services.
• Has excellent communication, leadership, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a subject matter expert for the firm, acting as an advisor internally and externally and elevating the level of technical capabilities through mentoring of staff.
• Provides firmwide direction, internal consultation, and services to clients in a specialized service or discipline integral to the firm.
• Maintains company profile by participating in key projects.
• Maintains a reputation as a technical expert outside of the firm; writes papers, gives technical presentations, and/or regularly represents the firm in professional and technical societies.
• Collaborates internally to develop and implement strategies and best practices that align with discipline trends and standards.
• Provides direction in putting together technical resources for key projects, using resources effectively.
• Promotes efficiencies in producing quality work and ensures quality control standards are maintained.
• Researches and analyzes discipline-related data, trends, and emerging technologies to provide insights and recommendations internally and externally.
• Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of industry-related initiatives within the discipline and makes recommendations for improvements or modifications as needed.
• Builds and maintains relationships with key stakeholders and industry partners to stay informed of developments and to identify opportunities for collaboration.
• May represent the firm on governing bodies of professional organizations to elevate the profession and the firm’s brand.
• May serve as a discipline quality leader to support discipline efforts to implement, educate, and continuously improve Olsson’s Quality Management Program.

Benefits

• Receive a competitive 401(k) match
• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
• full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level