Sector Manager, Aviation West
Tylin
project delivery
budget management
scheduling
risk management
client relations
sector growth
In this high-impact role, you’ll be the face of TYLin’s aviation practice across the West. You’ll guide strategy, grow client relationships, lead key pursuits, and ensure successful project delivery—while building and mentoring a team that’s passionate about technical excellence and delivering real-world results.
You'll collaborate with industry leaders across the country, help shape the future of airports and aviation infrastructure, and be a key part of a team that values innovation, sustainability, and partnership.
- Represent TYLin at industry events and forums, building visibility and forging strong client connections
- Coach and mentor project managers, technical leads, and business developers
- Support talent development, succession planning, and staff engagement
- Oversee major aviation projects from concept through completion
- Build and empower high-performing teams; attract and retain top aviation talent
- Lead teams in project scoping, budgeting, and scheduling
- Ensure exceptional client experience and project outcomes that meet high-quality, safety, and performance standards
- Guide project teams on contracts, execution, and performance best practices
- Manage sector performance, including financials, risk, and compliance
- Drive growth and performance of the aviation sector in the West—owning strategy, revenue, and client relationships
- Partner across sectors to expand opportunities, win high-profile pursuits, and deliver integrated solutions
- Work closely with the national Aviation Sector Lead to bring strategic plans to life and fuel market growth
- Foster an inclusive, collaborative culture that values diverse perspectives and technical excellence
leadership
20+ years
pe license
engineering degree
aviation
strategic
Are you a dynamic leader ready to shape the future of aviation infrastructure in the Western US? TYLin is looking for a driven and strategic Aviation Sector Manager to lead growth, inspire teams, and make a lasting impact on aviation projects across the region. If you’re a connector, a builder, and a problem-solver who thrives on turning ideas into action—we want to hear from you.
- Experienced in leading teams and growing practices in the AEC industry
- A relationship-builder with a successful track record of winning and delivering complex aviation projects
- A senior leader with 20+ years of experience in aviation design, engineering, and project delivery
- A strong communicator and collaborator who thrives in a multidisciplinary, matrixed environment
- PE license preferred; Bachelor's or Master’s in Engineering or related field
- Strategic and forward-thinking, with a deep understanding of aviation markets and trends
TYLin offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits may include extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.
TYLin is committed to pay equity. As part of that commitment, we have provided the base compensation range of $170,000 - $297,000 for this position and local market.
We encourage all candidates to explore our total rewards offering.
TYLin is proud to offer exciting career development opportunities coupled with a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits include extensive health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.
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