Professional Development Program Associate (Airport Engineering)

Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority•Dulles, VA

12d•$41 - $59•Onsite

About The Position

This is a three-year developmental program designed to lead to placement in a career full-performance Project Manager Engineering position. The program is structured in three phases: Associate (Year 1), Professional Development Program Analyst (Year 2), and Analyst (Year 3). Each phase involves experiential training, assignments, and certifications to build foundational knowledge and professional skills in airport engineering and project management. The program aims to equip participants with the necessary expertise to manage airport projects effectively and achieve career goals within the Airports Authority.

Requirements

Basic knowledge of civil engineering and construction management principles.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment and coordinate with multiple stakeholders.
Willingness to learn emerging technologies in airport design and sustainability.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to perform analyses of data and information.
Ability to review and develop construction documents.
Ability to speak and write effectively.
Ability to perform basic analyses of data and information.
Skill in using a computer and modern office suite software.
A bachelor’s degree in engineering (such as Civil, Mechanical, Electrical/Electronics, or Environmental) from an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited institution or a professional Architectural Degree from a National Architectural Accrediting Board, obtained between August 2021 and December 2025.
May require a valid, in-good-standing state driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in the operational areas of an airport.
Experience working with groups providing maintenance or construction services to an airport.
Experience working in an airport environment.
Experience working as a contractor on building facilities, utility systems, or heavy civil construction projects.
Knowledge of FAA regulations and airport design standards.

Responsibilities

Assist with design reviews for airfield and terminal projects.
Support senior staff with administrative project management activities.
Become familiar with airport stakeholders, including various MWAA Departments, airlines, federal partners, and other tenants.
Learn processes for coordinating with Airport Operations and Maintenance Departments.
Support construction inspections and quality assurance activities.
Complete training for Project Management Information Systems Software.
Assist and manage the weekly project status schedule.
Observe and use the engineering software utilized by the department.
Observe and assist in Capital Maintenance and Investment Program (COMIP) presentations and meetings.
Assist with project scheduling and cost estimation.
Assist senior staff with all aspects of planning, design, and construction phases of assigned O&M, COMIP, and CCP projects.
Participate in environmental compliance reviews.
Support procurement processes for engineering contracts.
Assist in the preparation of technical reports and presentations for stakeholders.
Lead a sub-task of a planning, design, and/or construction project.
Participate in Airport and executive presentations on design and construction stages.
Assist the Project Manager in project development and the construction phase.
Serve in a working group or steering committee.
Document required experience for certification for Year 2.
Assist in the design review period.
Work more independently on assigned projects for your department and continue your job-related training and certifications.
Independently complete one design and one construction project from start to finish, including scope development, cost estimation, procurement coordination, permitting, construction management (if applicable), and project closeout.
Ensure compliance with safety and sustainability standards.
Lead a small planning, design, and/or construction project.
Coordinate with stakeholders on project progression and participate in Airport and executive presentations on design and construction stages.
Builds relationships with employees, airlines, tenants, and others.
Generates and/or reviews written material, as assigned.
Collects, enters, revises, sorts, calculates, or retrieves data and information for reports and other purposes.
Performs analyses of data or information to assist with Airport functions.
Develops and presents recommendations based on the analyses or other information.
Assist in the design, construction, and maintenance of airport facilities.
Perform site inspections and prepare engineering reports.
Support project management activities, including scheduling and budgeting.
Collaborate with contractors, consultants, and internal teams.
Develops and gives professional presentations.
Works with the Employee Development to create an individual development and performance plan.
Identifies weaknesses and strengths in education, training, and experience, and participates in quarterly reviews of performance.
Attends training for developmental purposes.
Works on special assignments, as needed.
Meets monthly with fellow associates for training and development, as well as volunteer opportunities.
Assists in enforcing the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code (VUSBC) on all construction on Airports Authority property.
Performs periodic inspections of construction projects to check for code violations as well as discrepancies between plans and actual construction.
Assists in the development of detailed budgets and forecast costs.
Prepares periodic project and contract cost and schedule reports, charts, or graphs.
Compiles project and contract cost, scope, and schedule statuses.
Arranges for submission of construction progress reports; reviews report for adequacy and accuracy of services performed, construction schedules, laboratory reports, etc.; reviews/approves shop drawings, material lists, catalog samples, etc.; and confers with designers.
Performs other duties as assigned.