At McFarland Johnson (MJ), we’re more than infrastructure consultants, we are a 100% employee-owned firm with 80 years of commitment to delivering innovative planning, engineering design, environmental services, technology and construction solutions that make a lasting impact in the communities we serve. We're looking for an experienced Engineering Project Manager to join our growing Aviation and Infrastructure team in Buffalo, NY. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys leading projects, working directly with clients, and wants to play a bigger role in shaping a region, not just delivering work. This role has a clear path to Regional Director for someone who’s interested in stepping into a broader leadership role. If you’re driven to build client relationships, lead multidisciplinary teams, and shape the future of aviation and infrastructure, including Civil/Site, Structural, and Airport Building projects, we want to connect. Why Join Us? - Career Growth: Accelerate your professional career with opportunities to lead, learn, and expand your expertise.
- Collaborative Culture: Work alongside multidisciplinary teams that thrive on creativity, support, and teamwork. Collaborative is the most frequent word used to describe MJ’s culture in the annual employee survey.
- Employee Ownership: As a 100% ESOP, your contributions directly shape our shared success – you own your future.
- Innovation & Impact: Work on projects that push boundaries, drive sustainability, and create real-world solutions.
- Professional Development: From mentorship, ongoing technical training, and conferences, we invest in your growth every step of the way.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible schedules, generous PTO, and a culture that values balance so you can thrive both professionally and personally.
- Shape the next generation: For experienced professionals, MJ offers the chance to mentor emerging talent, share your expertise, and leave a lasting legacy in the industry.
Why This Role is Different - Leadership Trajectory: Clear path to Regional Director with influence over strategy, growth, and team development
- Diverse Project Portfolio: Aviation (airside & landside), airport buildings, civil/site development, and structural systems
- Entrepreneurial Platform: Opportunity to help build and shape MJ’s Western NY presence
- People-Centric, High-Performance Culture: Collaborative, growth-focused, and built on long-term success
Key Responsibilities - Lead and deliver complex, multidisciplinary projects across the public and private sectors of aviation, civil/site, and/or structural disciplines
- Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, building long-term relationships and identifying growth opportunities
- Manage project scope, schedule, and budget while ensuring technical excellence and quality delivery
- Guide and mentor engineers and technical staff across teams
- Play a key role in business development, including proposals and client engagement
- Partner with leadership to expand our footprint in Western NY and the Northeast
- Represent the firm at industry events and within key aviation/infrastructure organizations
Qualifications: - 10+ years of progressive experience in project management (aviation, transportation, civil/site, structural, or similar)
- Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and deliver complex projects
- Experience working on airport projects, including terminal facilities, is a plus
- Interest in client relationship management and business development
- Familiarity with the Northeast market, including funding sources
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in NY (or ability to obtain)
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (ABET-accredited) or related field
Benefits & Perks - $120,000 - $165,000 base salary with performance-based incentive payment plan/bonus structure.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Generous Paid Time Off, including Parental Leave.
- Company-funded ESOP + 401(k) employer match.
- Ongoing technical training and professional development opportunities.
Join Us and Make a Difference Join a team where your work has purpose, your ideas are valued, and your growth is personal. Apply today and become a part of a company where you can #ownyourfuture.
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