CHA Consulting, Inc.

Senior Civil Engineer - Aviation

CHA Consulting, Inc.$120K — $140K *
Transportation
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering required; Master's degree preferred
  • Minimum of 10 years progressive engineering experience in civil site design and infrastructure projects required
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license required
  • Strong experience in designing site grading, drainage, utilities, roadway, and pavement systems
  • Familiarity with FAA standards preferred
  • Proficiency in engineering software like AutoCAD and Civil 3D
  • Strong understanding of QA/QC procedures and engineering laws

Responsibilities

  • Lead technical execution of complex civil engineering projects from planning to construction
  • Design and oversee civil infrastructure projects for aviation facilities
  • Serve as a technical leader, ensuring compliance with standards
  • Lead multidisciplinary project teams to deliver projects on schedule
  • Mentor junior engineers with guidance and design reviews
  • Support business development by preparing proposals and engaging with clients

Benefits

  • Ownership of meaningful projects improving airport safety and efficiency
  • Collaborative work environment with aviation professionals
  • Opportunity to mentor emerging engineers and grow leadership skills
Full Job Description
Senior Civil Engineer - Aviation

What You'll Do:

  • Lead the technical execution of complex civil engineering projects from planning and design through construction, preparing engineering calculations, technical reports, plans, and specifications
  • Design and oversee civil infrastructure projects including grading, drainage, utilities, roadways, pavements, and site development for aviation facilities such as airports, terminals, airfields, and support facilities
  • Serve as a technical leader, providing innovative engineering solutions while ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, local, and client standards
  • Lead multidisciplinary project teams, coordinating with planners, architects, engineers, and project managers to deliver high-quality infrastructure projects on schedule and within budget
  • Mentor junior engineers by providing technical guidance, design reviews, and professional development support
  • Support business development by preparing technical proposals, participating in client meetings, and delivering presentations to clients and regulatory agencies


What You Bring:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering required; Master's degree preferred
  • Minimum of 10 years progressive engineering experience in civil site design, land development, municipal infrastructure, transportation, aviation, or other horizontal infrastructure projects required
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license required
  • Strong experience designing site grading, drainage, utilities, roadway, pavement, and other civil infrastructure systems
  • Experience with FAA standards preferred
  • Expert knowledge of the respective engineering discipline with a proven ability to apply best practices
  • Proficiency with engineering, computational, and modeling software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, etc.)
  • Strong understanding of QA/QC procedures, business practices, and engineering laws
  • Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Participation in professional engineering societies/organizations preferred


Why You'll Love It Here:

  • Take ownership of meaningful aviation projects that directly improve airport safety, efficiency, and long-term infrastructure performance
  • Partner with a collaborative team of aviation professionals to deliver integrated airside, landside, and facility solutions across a diverse portfolio of airports
  • Expand your impact-mentor emerging engineers, share your expertise, and continue growing your own technical and leadership capabilities

Curious about the impactful work our Aviation team is doing? Discover our specialized solutions for airside, landside, and facility-related airport infrastructure by visiting: https://www.chasolutions.com/solutions/aviation/.

Salary Range:

$120,000 - $140,000

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards.

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About CHA Consulting, Inc.

CHA Consulting, Inc. is a full-service engineering and consulting firm that provides a wide range of services to clients in the public and private sectors. The company offers services in the areas of transportation, water resources, environmental, facilities, and energy. CHA Consulting, Inc. was founded in 1952 and is headquartered in Albany, New York. The company has more than 1,400 employees and operates offices across the United States and Canada.
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