Aviation Project Manager at Atkins North America, Inc. in Dallas, Texas

Job Description:

Job Description

Why join us?

We are hiring! The Aviation Project Manager who will be based out of our office in San Antonio, Houston or Dallas, Texas and reports to our Aviation Technical Manager. The Project Manager will provide the expertise of a seasoned Aviation Engineer to all conventional aspects of functional area and applies advanced concepts and techniques to unconventional engineering problems. May function as individual researcher or technical specialist on airfield design or construction projects that may include runway, taxiway, apron, and utility improvements. Upholds engineering ethics and standards of conduct.

About Us:

Atkins is one of the world’s most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies. Atkins has been providing infrastructure planning, engineering, construction, environmental consulting, urban planning, architecture, and program management services to public and private clients across the United States for more than 50 years. Atkins has the depth and breadth of expertise to respond to the most technically challenging and time-critical infrastructure projects and the urgent transition to a low-carbon economy.

How will you contribute to the team?

• Is responsible for the financial health of projects, quality control, and all aspects of a projects.




• Is able to interface with clients with little to no oversight.




• Performs airfield or landside project design oversight, reviews sketchs and design concepts developed by engineers, subconsultants, CAD designers or technicians.




• Plans and reviews the production of engineering drawings and specifications.




• Plans and reviews the production of engineering investigations or planning work.




• Reviews and evaluates developed plans and criteria for new projects, weighing alternatives and selecting the most cost-effective solution.




• Analyzes technical problems, assessing the feasibility of proposed techniques and procedures, and devising new approaches and alternative solutions.




• Analyzes project dimension and scope, and prepares or oversees the preparation of cost and manpower estimates, schedules and job budgets.




• Coordinates work with lead technical engineers, and guides and mentors’ junior professionals and technical personnel on the design and drafting of preliminary and final plans.




• May occasionally travel to project locations in and out of the United States.




• Performs such other duties as the supervisor may from time to time deem necessary.

What will you contribute?

• B.S. or M.S. in Civil Engineering. M.S. or graduate level technical coursework preferred. This level may be achieved by Engineers with ten years of experience since B.S. or 8 years since M.S. Typical incumbent has ten to fifteen years of experience.




• PE is required.




• A minimum of 5 years of relevant aviation related civil engineering experience is required.




• A working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D is helpful and the Microsoft Office Suite is required. A knowledge of or experience with AviPLAN or Aeroturn is a plus. 




• Proven technical writing and communication skills. Incumbent will be required to participate in Atkins project management training. 

What we offer at Atkins:

At Atkins, you will enjoy a robust rewards package which includes:

• Opportunity to work on various projects of various sizes.




• Competitive salary.




• Flexible work schedules.




• Paid Time Off (PTO).




• Group Insurance.




• Retirement Savings Plan with employer match.




• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).




• Learning and development programs, training, career opportunities and a highly regarded tuition reimbursement program.

If this sounds like you and you would like to expand your career with us, apply today!

Atkins is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace.  EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability.

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