Southeast US Airport Engineering Discipline Lead - Aviation

Overview

Lead planning and engineering for Southeast US airport projects, overseeing teams and clients.

Key Responsibilities

• airport planning
• runway design
• quality control
• client liaison
• business development
• regulatory compliance

Tasks

-Serve as the senior leader for complex airport planning and infrastructure projects, including airport master plans, airport layout plans, runways, taxiways, aprons, drainage systems, utility infrastructure, and airside/landside -Represent the company at state and national aviation engineering forums, technical panels, and professional conferences (e.g., ACC, AAAE, ACI-NA). -Lead and mentor multidisciplinary project teams, fostering a collaborative and high- performance work culture. -Serve as a thought leader, contributing to white papers, best practices, and planning -Act as a primary point of contact for key clients, including airport sponsors, FAA and state aviation representatives, and local jurisdictions. -Participate in business development activities, including identifying opportunities, building client relationships, leading proposals, and conducting presentations. -Coordinate with internal departments including CAD design Hub, operational support lead, engineering, environmental, architecture, survey, and GIS to integrate planning initiatives across -Provide strategic leadership and technical oversight for aviation planning/engineering projects in the Southeast US, ensuring alignment with client needs and organizational objectives. -Guide teams through all project phases planning, design, permitting, bidding, and construction support while ensuring compliance with FAA standards and local agency requirements. -Oversee technical quality control/assurance processes, ensuring the delivery of accurate, cost- effective, and constructible solutions. -Stay current with FAA regulations, engineering best practices, and emerging technologies relevant to airport design and construction.

Requirements

• pe license
• civil 3d
• autocad
• 10+ years
• leadership
• masters

What You Bring

-Master’s degree is a plus, especially in fields related to airport planning, civil engineering, transportation, infrastructure, construction management, or business management. -Professional Engineer (P.E.) license may be required; multi-state licensure or ability to obtain is a -In-depth knowledge of FAA Advisory Circulars (particularly AC 150 series), Airport Improvement Program (AIP), and other regulatory frameworks. -Bachelor’s degree in airport/aviation management, Airport Planning or Civil Engineering or related engineering -A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in airport planning or civil engineering is required, with a strong track record of FAA-funded airport projects. Candidates with 20 or more years of experience are strongly preferred. -Experience with construction phasing, cost estimation, and coordination with contractors and airport operations. -Proven success in leading multi-disciplinary teams, managing budgets/schedules, and delivering results on time and within scope. -Strong background in engineering design and project management software (e.g., Civil 3D, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and drainage modeling tools). -Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for both internal team collaboration and external client engagement. -Demonstrated leadership in managing large-scale airside and landside engineering projects for commercial service and general aviation airports. -Strong business acumen with experience in strategic growth, client development, and proposal

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Benefits

-Ongoing professional development through industry certifications or training

About Lja

-LJA has built a reputation as a leading provider of engineering, planning, and consulting services. -The company offers innovative solutions across multiple sectors, including transportation, water resources, and land development. -LJA takes on complex projects, ranging from large-scale infrastructure to community-focused initiatives. -LJA's work is diverse, from designing efficient transportation systems to revitalizing water resources for sustainable communities. -Their portfolio includes impactful projects for municipal governments, private developers, and energy firms.

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