Senior Aviation Project Manager

Century West Engineering

$90K — $120K *
Bend, OR 97701In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or relevant field
  • Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in Oregon, Washington, or Idaho
  • Experience with FAA design standards and project development
  • At least 10 years in civil engineering for GA or Part 139 airports
  • Proven track record of delivering profitable projects

Responsibilities

  • Manage project teams, including in-house and subconsultants
  • Identify and evaluate potential clients for strategic growth
  • Implement client capture strategies and oversee proposal writing
  • Collaborate with senior leaders on strategic planning and operations

Benefits

  • 2 to 4 weeks of vacation based on experience
  • 1 hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked
  • 8 paid holidays annually
  • 3 days of paid bereavement leave
  • 401k retirement account matching
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for employees and families
  • 100% employer paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Bonus opportunities
  • Professional development and continuing education reimbursement
  • Flexible work schedule
Full Job Description
Century West Engineering is seeking a Registered Professional Engineer (PE) Senior Project Manager with airport business development, design, and project management experience. As a senior leader responsible for managing a diverse group of clients and in-house staff, you will play a key role in developing our aviation client base and staff presence throughout the Pacific Northwest. Candidates should have 10+ years of experience in relevant civil engineering design and project management with a focus on general aviation (GA) and/or Part 139 airports and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) funded airport development projects. If you are motivated by contributing to the vitality of local communities, thrive on uncovering and solving client needs, and bring strong technical expertise to FAA-funded aviation projects, we want to hear from you!
Benefits:
  • 2 to 4 weeks of vacation depending on experience
  • 1 hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked
  • 8 paid holidays
  • 3 days paid bereavement leave, as needed
  • 401k retirement account match
  • Health (PPO and HSA options), dental, and vision insurance fully covered for full-time employees and available for family and dependents
  • 100% Employer Paid Life, Short-term Disability and Long-Term Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Bonus program
  • Professional training and development opportunities
  • Reimbursement for continuing education
  • Flexible schedule

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Manage teams of in-house and subconsultant resources on complex projects
  • Evaluate target clients and opportunities for long-term profitability and fit for Century West's services and culture
  • Implement successful client capture strategies including client outreach and proposal writing
  • Collaborate with senior leadership in developing and managing long-range strategic and operational planning

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or appropriate discipline
  • Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in Oregon, Washington, or Idaho or ability to apply for reciprocity
  • Experience and knowledge of FAA design standards and project development process
  • Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience at GA and/or Part 139 Commercial Service Airports
  • Demonstrated experience delivering profitable projects


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