Civil Engineer Project Manager - Aviation

Woolpert

Salt Lake City, UT

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$87,100–$147,800 Per Year
SKILLS
Aviation Industry, Bidding, Billing, Budget Management, Budgeting, Change Requests/Orders, Civil Engineering, Construction, Construction Contracts, Construction Planning, Customer Relations, Customer Satisfaction, Develop and Maintain Customers, Documentation, Employee Assistance Plan, Engineering, Engineering Drawing, Environmental Regulations, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Financial Management, Financial Risk Management, Fitness, Geotechnical Investigation, Grant Writing, Insurance, Leadership, Leading Edge Technology, Mentoring, Microsoft Office, Plan Meetings, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Project Development, Project Lifecycle, Project Schedule, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Proposal Writing, Quality Metrics, Reimbursement, Request for Proposals (RFP), Status Reports, Technical Delivery, Technical Recruiting, Technical Writing, Time Management, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Salt Lake City, UT
POSTED
1 day ago

We seek to move the world forward through innovative thinking.Woolpert is an award‑winning, global leader in architecture, engineering, and geospatial services. We blend design excellence with cutting‑edge technology to deliver exceptional client value. Our team is passionate about their work and committed to building the next generation of industry leaders, and as a certified Great Place to Work, Woolpert embraces progress and innovation to create limitless opportunities for career growth.Position OverviewWe are hiring an Engineer Project Manager to join our dynamic Aviation team in Utah. The role may work a hybrid schedule in either our Salt Lake City or St. George, Utah offices.The ideal candidate would have a degree in Civil Engineering and 2+ years of Project Management experience, or a strong desire to advance into a dynamic Project Management role.We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must already possess work authorization in the United States.Qualified candidates may be eligible for a signing bonus of up to $8,000 based on experience and role alignment. Bonus eligibility is contingent upon 12 months of service and must be repaid if the employee leaves the company within one year of hire.What you will doProject Leadership & ManagementLead the development of construction plans, contract documents, and technical reports. Define project scopes, prepare fee proposals, manage budgets, and coordinate resources to ensure timely, on‑budget project delivery. Oversee project schedules and deliver monthly invoicing and detailed Project Status Reports (PSRs) to clients.Stakeholder Coordination & CommunicationServe as the main point of contact for sponsors, the FAA, and other key stakeholders. Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas and schedules, and document outcomes to ensure alignment and progress throughout the project lifecycle.Documentation & ComplianceReview client‑provided documents, including as‑builts and design reports, and coordinate subconsultants for surveys, geotechnical investigations, and other technical requirements. Ensure all projects comply with federal, state, and local grant application processes, as well as environmental regulations.Bidding & Construction SupportManage the bidding process by organizing pre‑bid meetings, preparing addenda, and reviewing bid proposals. Oversee change orders, conduct site visits during construction, and ensure quality standards are met.Project Close‑OutReview and approve final engineering drawings, summarize project costs, and conduct final inspections with the FAA and sponsors to ensure successful project completion.Client & Team ManagementLead cross‑functional teams through all phases of project development. Build and maintain client relationships by identifying growth opportunities during the proposal and RFP/RFQ process. Collaborate with management on client satisfaction, risk management, and financial performance, while providing mentorship and guidance to team members.What you will bringBachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering10-15+ years of relevant industry experienceProfessional Engineer LicenseProject Management experience managing Aviation projectsExpertise in Microsoft Office suiteStrong project management and organizational skillsAbility to travel to meet the needs and demands of the projectExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to develop and manage cross‑functional relationshipsBenefitsFreedom to Work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.Flexible paid time off/vacation.Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities.Health, life, vision, and dental insurance.Paid sick time, retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, pet insurance, identity protection, technology stipend, employee assistance program, and more.Base pay offered may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. Pay Range: $87,100 – $147,800 USD.Woolpert is an equal‑opportunity employer. Woolpert is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals. We recruit, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.Applicants who require an accommodation throughout the application and interview process should request this in advance by contacting askhr@woolpert.com.To all agencies: Please, no phone calls or emails to any employee of Woolpert or any of our subsidiaries about this requisition. All resumes submitted by search firms or employment agencies to any employee at Woolpert via email, the internet, or any form will be deemed the sole property of Woolpert.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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