We are currently seeking a Senior Project Manager - Aviation to join our expanding team in our Charlotte or Raleigh, NC offices. This is a dynamic leadership opportunity to work on a wide range of civil and aviation-related infrastructure projects at NC airports.  

Role Summary

As a Senior Project Manager, you’ll lead multidisciplinary teams through all phases of planning, design, and delivery of complex projects. You’ll play a key role in business development, project execution, and client relationship management—while also helping to mentor junior staff and contribute to the growth of our North Carolina Aviation team.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and manage a variety of aviation and civil infrastructure projects
• Oversee stormwater, utility infrastructure, and pavement design and assessments
• Manage construction support services, including construction management and inspection
• Lead and coordinate large, multi-disciplinary design teams
• Prepare engineering plans, specifications, reports, and permit applications
• Analyze design alternatives, technical data, cost estimates, and project schedules
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards
• Maintain and grow client relationships with local and national aviation partners
• Support business development, including proposal preparation and client presentations
• Mentor and develop junior team members to promote technical excellence

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited university
• Minimum of 10 years of civil engineering experience, including at least 3 years in civil engineering project design
• North Carolina Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or ability to obtain within 6 months
• Demonstrated experience managing aviation or transportation infrastructure projects
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office suite
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to travel to client sites throughout the region
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record 

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with Commercial Service and General Aviation Airports, NCDOA, NCDOT, FAA, and local permitting agencies
• Familiarity with civil engineering design, site development, and utility coordination
• Advanced proficiency in Civil 3D and related engineering software

If this sounds like the role for you and you're ready to join an amazing team, please apply. #LI-EC1

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.