Civil Airports Engineer / Project Manager

Short Elliott Hendrickson, Inc.

$125K — $150K *
Transportation
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-10 years of experience in airport project management with a focus on FAA and WisDOT projects
  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field
  • Professional Engineer license in Wisconsin or ability to obtain within six months
  • Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams on airport design projects
  • Strong understanding of construction standards and methodologies

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design of airport infrastructure projects including runways and taxiways
  • Ensure regulatory compliance and maintain quality and safety standards
  • Prepare construction plans, specifications, and project budgets
  • Collaborate with clients and engineers to scope projects and develop schedules
  • Master the latest airport design standards and innovative procedures
  • Foster a collaborative team environment emphasizing accountability

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits package
  • Opportunities for professional development and training
  • Access to industry-leading tools and resources
  • Collaborative work environment focused on innovation
  • Support for relocation for eligible candidates
Full Job Description
SEH is currenting searching for a Civil Airports Engineer / Project Manager to join our talented Airports team!

This Opportunity:
  • Lead and oversee detailed design of airport infrastructure projects, including runways, taxiways, aprons, buildings, and utilities
  • Ensure high standards of quality, safety, and regulatory compliance throughout all phases of project delivery
  • Prepare comprehensive construction plans and specifications while actively contributing to project estimation and budgeting to ensure projects are delivered on time and on budget
  • Partner with clients, planners and engineers to define project scopes, develop task hour budgets, create schedules, prepare fee proposals, and lead federal and state grant application and management efforts
  • Stay at the forefront of industry excellence by mastering the latest airport design standards and innovative procedures
  • Create and foster an empowered team environment by embracing individual accountability and contributing collaboratively to shared success
  • This opportunity is open to candidates residing in Madison, WI


Essential Qualifications:
  • Demonstrated experience leading planning, design, and execution of complex airport, FAA, and WisDOT projects, applying deep expertise in construction standards and methodologies
  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related discipline, demonstrating strong foundational knowledge and technical acumen
  • Professional Engineer license in the state of Wisconsin, or ability to obtain within six months
  • Proven success managing airport design and construction projects and leading cross-functional teams from concept to completion


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Ten (10) years of demonstrated experience leading planning, design, and execution of complex airport, FAA, and WisDOT projects, applying deep expertise in construction standards and methodologies
  • Proven experience in proposal writing and client management with demonstrated ability to develop new business opportunities and win project proposals


Base compensation is expected to be in the range of $125,000 and $150,000 based on skill set and experience. Check out our full benefits package at SEH Hiring Journey.

Due to current business and operational considerations, unable to hire employees residing in the following states at this time: AK, AR, CA, CT, DE, HI, KY, MA, RI, VT, and PR. Candidates willing to relocate should indicate this in their application.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.

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