Senior Aviation Engineer Project Manager
About the role
The Senior Project Manager will plan, direct, and monitor all aspects of multi-discipline airport projects with high degrees of technical complexity, typically in excess of $5 million and involving managing project staff. The position will act as a doer/seller for current and future airport related projects in the Tennessee market, involved with the production and coordination of several projects concurrently, establishing client relations, and participating in marketing, contractual, design, and production meetings.
Responsibilities
- Plan, direct, and monitor all aspects of multi-discipline airport projects with high degrees of technical complexity, typically in excess of $5 million and involving managing project staff.
- Act as a doer/seller for current and future airport related projects in the Tennessee market.
- Be involved with the production and coordination of several projects concurrently, and establish client relations and be involved with marketing, contractual, design, and production meetings.
- Conduct design development and contract document work sessions at project sites in conjunction with Project Managers, appropriate technical professionals, and other disciplines.
- Manage staffing and workload through the entire project’s development to complete documents on schedule.
- Work with Business/Accounting Managers, Project Controllers, and the Area Manager or Office Principals for project reviews.
- Implement QA/QC procedures, and execute training for personnel as established by strategic plans.
- Supervise project staffs and act as a mentor for less experienced staff members.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Master's degree
- PMP certification
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering
- 10 years related experience
- A minimum of 5 years project management experience
- Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license
- MS Office and MS Project experience (Access experience would be plus)
- Demonstrated leadership, business development, and strategic planning skills
Qualifications
- Master's degree
- PMP certification
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering
- 10 years related experience
- A minimum of 5 years project management experience
- Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license
- MS Office and MS Project experience (Access experience would be plus)
- Demonstrated leadership, business development, and strategic planning skills
Skills
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Experience with project management software (MS Project)
- Knowledge of engineering and aviation industry standards
- Excellent interpersonal and client relationship skills
Benefits
As an employee-owner at HDR, you will enjoy a range of benefits including:
- Competitive compensation package
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Flexible work arrangements
- Employee wellness programs
- Professional development opportunities
Pay
Salary range for this position is $80,000 - $120,000 annually, commensurate with experience.
Schedule
This is a Full-time position with a standard 40-hour work week.
Benefits
As an employee-owner at HDR, you will enjoy a range of benefits including:
- Competitive compensation package
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Flexible work arrangements
- Employee wellness programs
- Professional development opportunities
Primary Location
United States-Tennessee-Nashville
Other Locations
United States-Tennessee
Industry
Aviation
Business Class
Airfield Design
Job Posting Date
Jun 27, 2025
Company Information
We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.