Senior Civil Engineering Project Manager – Aviation

Parkhill•Frisco, TX

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role involves leading complex, high-budget aviation projects, focusing on financial performance, risk management, and client satisfaction. The position also includes business development, project development from marketing to contract finalization, and mentoring team members in project management. The Senior Civil Engineering Project Manager will direct and supervise the design and construction of complex projects, manage client and team interactions, and assist with project production as needed. Responsibilities also include coordinating subconsultants, managing project financials (profitability, billing, accounts receivable), overseeing resource allocation, developing project schedules using Microsoft Project, and participating in firm-wide financial evaluations. A key duty is overseeing QA/QC activities, including scope compliance, risk management, and claims response, as well as preparing project documentation and capturing lessons learned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
10 years of related engineering or project management experience.
PE license (or foreign equivalent) is required.
Proficient in developing and managing project schedules using Microsoft Project.
Experience in timeline planning, task dependencies, and resource allocation.
Experience with building and maintaining strong client relationships.
Experience cultivating new business opportunities.
Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
Local and regional travel required (20%).

Responsibilities

Leads complex, high-budget projects with responsibility for financial performance, risk management, and client satisfaction.
Drives business development efforts.
Leads project development from marketing and contract negotiation through scope definition and signed contract.
Mentors and teaches all aspects of project management to team members.
Plans, directs, and supervises the design and construction of complex projects.
Manages all aspects of client and team interactions throughout design and project completion.
Assists in project production as needed to support the team.
Coordinates services of subconsultants and approves their invoices for payment.
Applies advanced understanding of project financials to manage profitability, billing, and accounts receivable.
Effectively oversees resource allocation to ensure team productivity and adherence to budgeted hours.
Develops and delivers detailed project schedules for clients using Microsoft Project.
Participates in firm-wide financial projections and evaluations for stability and valuation.
Responsible for overseeing Project Square 1 QA/QC activities, including scope compliance, risk management, and claims response.
Prepares project documentation, coordinates reviews at critical phases, and captures lessons learned for continuous improvement.