Senior Aviation Project Manager

AECOM•Atlanta, GA

2d•$170,000 - $230,000•Onsite

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 position collaborates with the East Region Aviation team and, as needed, AECOM’s national aviation team to oversee planning, design, coordination, and construction of airport infrastructure projects. It also provides technical leadership, encourages innovation, and mentors emerging talent. The role serves as a key Client Account Manager (CAM), cultivating and expanding client relationships, driving business development, and influencing AECOM’s internal growth strategy. Success requires a client-centric approach, the ability to identify and capture opportunities, and a commitment to delivering value to clients and stakeholders.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering degree, 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.
Valid US driver’s license; the selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review.

Nice To Haves

Experience in airport or airfield civil engineering design, a solid understanding of FAA standards, and ability to lead projects and teams collaboratively.
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, navigating competing deadlines while ensuring 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, providing leadership and an environment that encourages teamwork, initiative, and 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 workload throughout project development while meeting schedules and budgets.
Control project cost, scope, schedule, and quality of work.
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.
Position and map AECOM capabilities to customer business objectives and key initiatives.
Lead and support pursuits with motivation and entrepreneurial ability.
Contribute to proposal efforts with capture managers, marketing and sales operations teams, and resources from AECOM’s operations organization.
Keep abreast of industry and business challenges and use that knowledge to focus direct sales activities.