Senior Project Manager - Airport

AtkinsRéalis • Edmonton, AB

40d

About The Position

Join AtkinsRéalis’ Engineering Services group and become part of a leading airports team delivering innovative planning and engineering solutions for airport and heliport infrastructure. Based in Edmonton, Alberta, this senior role supports complex aviation projects across Canada, combining technical excellence, project leadership, and collaboration within a multidisciplinary environment. This is an opportunity to make a lasting impact on critical transportation infrastructure while advancing your engineering career. Your role Lead and manage multidisciplinary airport projects as Design Manager, Technical Lead, and/or Engineer of Record. Collaborate directly with clients on project scope, schedules, budgets, and contract compliance. Lead or contribute to functional planning, preliminary design, detailed design, and construction administration for major airport projects. Coordinate and supervise technical inputs across multiple engineering disciplines. Support aviation business strategy, practice development, and team collaboration across disciplines. Lead or contribute to proposal development and preparation of fee estimates. Mentor junior engineers and technicians while ensuring quality control and technical excellence

Requirements

• Registered or eligible to be registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng) in at least one province in Canada
• 20+ years of relative experience in airport design engineering (land side, airside or terminal) and 10+ years of experience as a design lead, deputy project manager or project manager.
• Proficiency in project management tools, office productivity software, and familiarity with CAD and Civil 3D environments.
• Aptitude for applying Canadian and international airport regulations and design standards, including TP-312, ICAO, FAA, and NavCanada.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently with strong communication, presentation, and time management skills.
• Willingness to travel for short-term assignments within Canada.

Nice To Haves

• CAPM/PMP designation is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multidisciplinary airport projects as Design Manager, Technical Lead, and/or Engineer of Record.
• Collaborate directly with clients on project scope, schedules, budgets, and contract compliance.
• Lead or contribute to functional planning, preliminary design, detailed design, and construction administration for major airport projects.
• Coordinate and supervise technical inputs across multiple engineering disciplines.
• Support aviation business strategy, practice development, and team collaboration across disciplines.
• Lead or contribute to proposal development and preparation of fee estimates.
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians while ensuring quality control and technical excellence

Benefits

• Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.
• Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.
• And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed