Aviation Project Manager

About Ardurra

Ardurra is a team dedicated to shaping the future through smart solutions and strong partnerships. Our mission is to empower our people to deliver innovative, sustainable projects that make a real impact on communities. Guided by our core values—Client Driven, Uniquely Nimble, Low Bureaucracy, Team Collaboration, Unlimited Opportunities, Relationship Focused, and Entrepreneurial Spirit—we foster a culture that puts people first.

Overview

Ardurra is seeking an Aviation Project Manager for a fully-remote opportunity in Montana or Idaho. This role offers flexibility to work where you thrive while contributing to impactful aviation projects. Join a company that values innovation, collaboration, and your career growth as we continue to shape the future of aviation infrastructure.

Position Summary

Ardurra is looking for an Aviation Project Manager for our growing Aviation Group. In this key role, you will oversee projects and serve as a client manager for airport design and construction projects within specific regions. The ideal individual will provide mentoring to junior staff, lead QA/QC efforts, and play a strategic role in expanding Ardurra's aviation presence through client relationship management and business development initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
• PE License
• 8+ years' experience in the airport design and/or construction field, either in private industry or government service
• Airport design, construction administration, and project management experience
• Strong knowledge of FAA advisory circulars related to airport design and the FAA grant process
• Strong computer skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to lead and mentor existing staff and develop new staff as needed to support growth of the aviation group
• Self-motivated, team-oriented individual with the ability to work on challenging projects in a team environment

Key Responsibilities

• Project management
• Marketing
• Client development
• Staff supervision and mentoring
• Quality control of project design and contract documents
• Office support during construction

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to safely operate a vehicle

Why Ardurra?

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, but it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers. We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging, and rewarding but also fun. We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program. We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are valued as individuals, supported in their professional and career development, provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work, and offered positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home.