Lead Major Aviation Projects | Growth Opportunity | Employee Ownership

RS&H seeks a motivated Aviation Project Manager to join our growing Albuquerque aviation team. This is your chance to take ownership of complex aviation projects while building your career with a nationally-recognized, employee-owned firm in the heart of the Southwest's expanding aviation market. 

Why Albuquerque?

New Mexico's aviation sector is experiencing steady growth across commercial, military, and general aviation. As a Project Manager in our Albuquerque Aviation team, you'll lead projects that shape the region's aviation infrastructure – from the Rio Grande Valley to the Four Corners – while advancing your career in one of the Southwest's most dynamic markets.

What You'll Do

Lead Projects End-to-End

• Lead, develop, and deliver aviation projects from concept through construction – airfield design, pavement engineering, utilities, terminals, and more
• Oversee production teams, quality assurance, and financial performance
• Focus on innovative design and technical excellence
• Coordinate with airports, airlines, FAA, and stakeholders across New Mexico and the Southwest
• Handle construction administration, grant management, and multi-disciplinary coordination

Drive Business Growth

• Build and maintain strong client relationships across the region
• Support business development efforts to expand our Southwest presence
• Contribute to proposal development and capture strategies
• Represent RS&H at regional industry events and professional organizations

Develop Your Career

• Work alongside experienced aviation leaders who invest in your growth
• Gain exposure to diverse project types and complexities across the Southwest
• Mentor junior staff and build leadership skills
• Position yourself for advancement within an employee-owned firm
• Participate in firm equity and bonus programs

What We're Looking For

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from ABET-accredited program
• 7+ years of civil engineering experience, with 4+ years in aviation
• PE license or ability to obtain within 6 months
• Proven ability to lead design teams and manage project delivery
• Strong technical knowledge of aviation design fundamentals
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Willingness to travel across New Mexico and the Southwest region
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office

What Will Make You a Perfect Fit

• Existing relationships with Southwest aviation clients
• Experience with FAA funding and grant administration
• Background in both design and construction phases
• Track record of delivering projects on time and within budget
• Self-motivated with strong organizational skills
• Thrives in collaborative, team-oriented environments
• Understanding of regional environmental and climate considerations

What We Offer

• Path to employee ownership
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
• Professional development and mentorship opportunities
• Diverse project portfolio across the country
• Work-life balance in a supportive, flexible environment
• National resources with local autonomy
• Albuquerque's exceptional quality of life and outdoor recreation

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're an experienced aviation engineer ready to own your career and define the future of aviation infrastructure in Albuquerque, we want to hear from you.

The Team Joining our Aviation team means an opportunity to explore your potential and apply your diverse skills to serve the large and small airports of the aviation industry as a trusted advisor.  You can do this in a collaborative and team-oriented environment among other driven professionals. Service areas include airfields, environmental planning, and environmental stewardship & resiliency.  Join RS&H to define and master challenges, advance professionally, and build strong and lasting relationships. 

The Company Employee-owned, RS&H is one of the nation’s leading architecture, engineering, and consulting firms, with associates who work hard every day to create tomorrow together. We offer an exceptional journey from start to future. Our integrated teams translate experience into insight, turn challenges into opportunities, and build relationships that are as strong as the buildings and infrastructure we deliver together. We attribute our success to our unwavering commitment to our core values: integrity, accountability, curiosity, and teamwork.