Senior Project Manager ' Aviation / Civil

About the Role

McFarland Johnson (MJ) is a 100% employee‑owned firm with 80 years of experience delivering innovative planning, engineering design, environmental services, technology, and construction solutions. We are seeking an experienced Civil Engineer Aviation Project Manager to join our growing Aviation and Infrastructure team throughout New England. The role is ideal for a professional who enjoys leading diverse projects, developing trusted client relationships, and helping technical teams succeed. Candidates must be based in New England or be willing to relocate to the region.

Why This Role Is Different

This position offers primary client leadership, a diverse portfolio that includes airside and landside aviation projects, airport terminals and hangars, civil/site development, aviation planning, and environmental coordination. You will lead projects through the full lifecycle—from initial planning and client engagement through permitting, design, construction, and close‑out—providing continuity for both clients and project teams. MJ’s people‑centric, high‑performance culture emphasizes collaboration, growth, and team‑oriented client service, and you will benefit from a robust support system of experienced aviation engineers across New England.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver complex, multidisciplinary projects across aviation, civil/site, planning, and/or environmental scopes.
• Serve as the primary client manager, developing a thorough understanding of client needs, priorities, and long‑term goals.
• Manage project scope, schedule, and budget while ensuring technical excellence and quality delivery.
• Guide and mentor engineers and technical staff across teams.
• Support workload planning, staff development, and the continued growth of the New England team.
• Contribute to business development, including proposals and client engagement.
• Represent MJ at client meetings, industry events, and professional organizations.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive experience in project management (aviation, transportation, civil/site, or similar).
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and deliver complex projects.
• Experience working on airport projects or terminal facilities is a plus.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and relationship‑management skills.
• Experience mentoring and developing engineers and technical staff.
• Interest in client relationship management and business development.
• Familiarity with the New England market, including funding sources.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in NH, MA, ME, CT, RI, or VT.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (ABET‑accredited) or a related field.

Benefits

• Performance Bonus: Annual incentive plan tied to individual performance and company profitability.
• Employee Ownership (ESOP): Receive company stock at no cost, sharing directly in the firm’s growth and profitability.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical (self‑insured plan), 401(k) with match, Health Savings Account (HSA), generous paid time off, and flexible work options.
• All‑expenses‑paid travel to conferences.
• Opportunities for mentorship and career growth within a successful, growing 100% employee‑owned firm.