Senior Aviation Project Manager

AECOM•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

AECOM is seeking a dynamic, self-motivated, and experienced Senior Aviation Project Manager based in Atlanta to lead the region’s aviation practice, drive strategic growth, and strengthen client relationships. The role works closely with the East Region Aviation team and, as needed, AECOM’s national aviation team to oversee planning, design, coordination, and construction for a diverse portfolio of airport infrastructure projects. It provides technical leadership, supports innovation, and mentors emerging talent. The position also serves as a Client Account Manager (CAM) within AECOM’s growth-focused program. The CAM cultivates and expands client relationships, drives business development, and influences internal growth strategy. Success calls for a client-centric mindset, the ability to identify and capture opportunities, and a commitment to delivering value to clients and stakeholders. The role is based in Atlanta. Relocation is an option. US citizenship and a valid US driver’s license are required; selected candidates must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review. Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future. Newly hired employees must attend in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering field, and ten years of related civil experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
Ten or more years of project management experience and experience leading teams in the aviation market sector.
US citizenship, required due to the projects associated with the position.
Valid US driver’s license to visit project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices.
Selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in airport or airfield civil engineering design.
Solid understanding of FAA standards.
Ability to lead projects and teams in a collaborative environment.
Experience in operational leadership and business development for professional services best practices.
Team-oriented leadership experience and ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
Ability to communicate problems clearly and simply to clients, leadership, and technical staff.
Experience managing multiple projects and business priorities simultaneously and navigating competing deadlines while maintaining quality, professionalism, and client service.

Responsibilities

Manage design efforts for airport development projects, including runways, taxiways, aprons, terminals, and related facilities.
Provide technical leadership and serve as a subject matter expert within the civil aviation engineering group.
Plan and oversee design activities, including airfield layout, site grading, drainage, pavement design, and stormwater management.
Mentor and develop staff, and foster teamwork, initiative, and professional growth.
Resolve complex technical challenges and make independent engineering decisions.
Build and maintain positive client relationships.
Develop strategy, prepare proposals, negotiate contracts, and execute projects.
Coordinate staffing plans and workloads throughout project development while meeting schedules and budgets.
Control project cost, scope, schedule, and work quality.
Coordinate with clients, agencies, the FAA, and other stakeholders.
Establish and proactively maintain strong professional relationships and credibility with key aviation clients.
Use a consultative selling approach to develop compelling business cases that differentiate AECOM’s solutions and help win targeted business.
Align AECOM capabilities with customer business objectives and key initiatives.
Lead and support pursuits with motivation and entrepreneurial ability.
Contribute to proposal efforts in coordination with capture managers, marketing and sales operations teams, and AECOM operational resources.
Keep abreast of industry and business challenges and use that knowledge to focus direct sales activities.