Position Overview

Woolpert is hiring a Senior Engineer Project Manager to join our dynamic Aviation Team. This position reports to our Aviation leadership team and is responsible for leading and managing the design, planning, and delivery of aviation and airfield improvement projects. This role oversees technical document preparation, directs multidisciplinary teams, coordinates with stakeholders such as TxDOT and airport sponsors, and ensures projects are delivered within scope, schedule, and budget. The ideal candidate brings strong civil engineering expertise, robust project management experience, and familiarity with FAA regulations and advisory circulars.

We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.  Applicants must already possess work authorization in the country the job is located.

Qualified candidates may be eligible for a signing bonus of up to $8,000 based on experience and role alignment. Bonus eligibility is contingent upon 12 months of service and must be repaid if the employee leaves the company within one year of hire.

What You Will Do:

Project Leadership & Management

• Provide strategic and technical leadership for aviation and airfield engineering projects from conception through completion. Lead the development of construction plans, technical specifications, contract documents, and specialized engineering reports in alignment with FAA, TxDOT, and sponsor requirements. Establish clearly defined project scopes, prepare detailed fee proposals, and proactively manage project budgets, schedules, and resources to ensure successful and timely delivery.
• Monitor project performance using earned value metrics, milestone tracking, and forecasting tools, identifying risks early and implementing effective mitigation strategies. Ensure consistency and quality across deliverables through structured QA/QC processes and adherence to applicable engineering standards, FAA Advisory Circulars, and best practices in airfield planning, pavement design, grading, geometry, and safety areas.
• Facilitate kickoff meetings, progress reviews, design workshops, and internal coordination sessions to maintain alignment across stakeholders and team members. Prepare and deliver accurate monthly invoicing, financial updates, and comprehensive Project Status Reports (PSRs) that outline progress, issues, and recommended actions. Provide mentorship, guidance, and technical oversight to project engineers and designers, supporting professional development and strengthening the aviation group’s overall technical capabilities.

Stakeholder Coordination & Communication

• Serve as the primary point of contact for airport sponsors, TxDOT, and key stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle. Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas and schedules, document decisions, and ensure clear and timely communication to maintain project alignment. Build and maintain positive client relationships through proactive engagement, responsiveness, and consistent follow-through.

Documentation & Compliance

• Review sponsor-provided documents, including as-built drawings and prior design reports. Coordinate with subconsultants for surveying, geotechnical investigations, environmental studies, and specialized technical services. Ensure project documentation complies with federal, state, and local requirements, including FAA grant processes, environmental regulations, and permitting rules.

Bidding & Construction Support

• Manage the bidding process by organizing pre-bid meetings, issuing addenda, responding to contractor inquiries, and evaluating proposals. Provide construction-phase support through site visits, review of change orders, coordination with contractors, and monitoring of field activities to uphold quality standards and design intent.

Project Close-Out

• Review and approve final engineering drawings, compile project cost summaries, and participate in final inspections with TxDOT and project sponsors. Ensure all close-out documentation is delivered accurately and in accordance with sponsor and regulatory requirements.

Client & Team Management

• Lead cross-functional internal and external teams through project execution. Strengthen client relationships by identifying opportunities during proposals, RFP/RFQ processes, and ongoing engagements. Partner with management to evaluate client satisfaction, manage project risks, and support the overall financial health of the aviation practice. Provide direction, mentorship, and performance support to junior staff.

What You Will Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• 10+ years of project management experience in aviation and airfield design
• Familiarity with FAA Advisory Circulars and federal aviation regulations preferred
• Proficiency in AutoDesk Civil 3D, AutoCAD, and related engineering software
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and technical reading skills
• Ability to respond professionally to sensitive client inquiries
• Ability to sit for extended periods; occasional reaching, bending, and lifting up to 40 pounds
• Occasional travel required for site visits and client meetings

Benefits You Will Love

Certified as a Great Place to Work, Woolpert is one of the fastest-growing architecture, engineering, and geospatial companies in the world. With over 75 offices and countless projects around the globe, you’ll work on meaningful assignments that improve quality of life around the world. In addition to offering competitive pay, we provide employees with a robust set of unique benefits, including:

• Freedom to Work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).
• Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
• Flexible paid time off/vacation: Take time off when it makes sense for you and your team.
• Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries.
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance: Cover all your medical bases.
• Paid sick time, retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, pet insurance, identity protection, technology stipend, employee assistance program, and more!

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Position Overview

Woolpert is hiring an Engineer in Training to join our dynamic Aviation team at our Denver office. This position is primarily responsible for performing engineering functions specific to aviation/airfield design under the direction of a Professional Engineer.

We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.  Applicants must already possess work authorization in the country the job is located.

What You Will Do:

• Performs engineering computations, conducts evaluations, design analyses, and design development.
• Prepares reports, recommendations and opinions for approval by a supervising Professional Engineer.
• Applies standard engineering practices and techniques to adjust and correlate data; recognizes and resolves discrepancies in results and follows operations through a series of related steps or processes.
• Works as a member of a project team in the development of data and/or applications.
• Uses AutoDesk Civil 3D and AutoCAD to develop engineering and design documents.
• Participates in firm-wide quality initiatives.
• May serve as a field engineer during construction of a project.
• Provides daily support to engineering projects through contact with and advice from engineers on the team.
• Creates documents from foundational material relative to a project that provides underlying support for decisions made by engineers on the team.
• Applies prescribed techniques and procedures based on standardized and established criteria that result in tasks required by the specifications of the project.
• Uses knowledge gained as the basis for adding responsibilities over time.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  

What You Will Bring:

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
• Engineer in Training certification
• 1+ years industry experience
• Proficient expertise in AutoDesk Civil 3D and AutoCAD software
• Familiarity with FAA Design Advisory Circulars a plus
  

Qualified candidates may be eligible for a signing bonus of up to $5,000 based on experience and role alignment. Bonus eligibility is contingent upon 12 months of service and must be repaid if the employee leaves the company within one year of hire.

Benefits You Will Love:

Certified as a Great Place to Work, Woolpert is one of the fastest-growing architecture, engineering, and geospatial companies in the world. With over 75 offices and countless projects around the globe, you’ll work on meaningful assignments that improve quality of life around the world. In addition to offering competitive pay, we provide employees with a robust set of unique benefits, including:

• Freedom to Work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).
• Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
• Flexible paid time off/vacation: Take time off when it makes sense for you and your team.
• Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries.
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance: Cover all your medical bases.
• Paid sick time, retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, pet insurance, identity protection, technology stipend, employee assistance program, and more!

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Woolpert is hiring an Aviation CAD Technician I to join our dynamic Aviation Team at our Johannesburg office.This position reports to the Aviation Design Lead and is responsible for creating CAD layouts and drawings for civil airport infrastructure projects. Qualified candidates will be proficient in AutoCAD and Civil 3D, with strong communication and design skills.

What You Will Do:

• Design and develop CAD drawings and layouts for airport infrastructure projects.
• Prepare dimensional and installation drawings using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Review and interpret survey data in collaboration with survey analysts.
• Develop dynamic design models including points, alignments, profiles, and cross sections.
• Analyze vehicle movement paths to support design development.
• Perform quality control checks on construction plan sets and project documentation.
• Coordinate with internal design teams, market disciplines, and external subconsultants.
• Maintain current knowledge of design software trends and support team adoption.
• Travel may be required for project coordination and site visits.
• Occasional overtime may be required to meet project deadlines

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in airfield design or related civil infrastructure projects.
• Ability to work proficiently with AutoCAD and Civil 3D (Civil Engineering design and documentation software) is required
• Ability to communicate thoughts and concepts with team members
• Strong knowledge with CAD set up using surveyor data
• Possess knowledge of coordinate systems, cartographic layout and design techniques
• Basic understanding of Civil engineering and design practices
• Ability to prepare various support graphics for reports and meetings
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and AutoCAD Civil 3D

Unique Benefits

Certified as a Great Place to Work®, Woolpert is one of the fastest growing architecture, engineering, and geospatial (AEG) companies in the world. With over 60 offices and countless projects around the globe, Woolpert makes a real difference at home and abroad. In addition to offering competitive pay, we provide employees with a robust set of unique benefits, including:

• Diverse experiences: Work on meaningful projects that improve quality of life around the world.
• Freedom to work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).
• Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
• Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries.
• Fitness reimbursement, technology stipend, employee assistance program, and more: Choose the benefits that work best for you.

Level up your career with Woolpert. Apply today and join our team to help shape the future of tomorrow!

Why Woolpert?

Woolpert is looking for supportive, goal-oriented, and career-minded individuals who are, or are looking to become, industry leaders in their fields. We blend design excellence with innovative technology and geospatial applications to deliver exceptional value to our clients. When you join us, you'll join a team of experts who are passionate about their work and dedicated to building the next generation of industry leaders. Woolpert embraces progress and innovation, creating limitless opportunities for your career growth.

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Position Overview:

Woolpert is hiring an Engineer Project Manager to join our dynamic Aviation team in Utah! This role may work a hybrid schedule in either our Salt Lake City or St. George, Utah Offices.

The ideal candidate would have a degree in Civil Engineering and have 2+ years of Project Management experience, or a strong desire to advance their career into a dynamic Project Management role

The Project Manager is responsible for leading and managing the design, planning, and execution of aviation and airfield projects. This role involves overseeing the preparation of technical documents, coordinating with key stakeholders such as the FAA and project sponsors, and ensuring projects are completed within scope, schedule, and budget. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil engineering, project management, and experience with FFA regulations.

The Ideal candidate would have a degree in Civil Engineering and have 2+ years of Project Management experience, or a strong desire to advance their career into a dynamic Project Management role

We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.  Applicants must already possess work authorization in the country the job is located.

Qualified candidates may be eligible for a signing bonus of up to $8,000 based on experience and role alignment. Bonus eligibility is contingent upon 12 months of service and must be repaid if the employee leaves the company within one year of hire.

What you will do:

• Project Leadership & Management:

  • Lead the development of construction plans, contract documents, and technical reports. Define project scopes, prepare fee proposals, manage budgets, and coordinate resources to ensure timely, on-budget project delivery. Oversee project schedules and deliver monthly invoicing and detailed Project Status Reports (PSRs) to clients.

• Stakeholder Coordination & Communication:

  • Serve as the main point of contact for sponsors, the FAA, and other key stakeholders. Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas and schedules, and document outcomes to ensure alignment and progress throughout the project lifecycle.

• Documentation & Compliance:

  • Review client-provided documents, including as-builts and design reports, and coordinate subconsultants for surveys, geotechnical investigations, and other technical requirements. Ensure all projects comply with federal, state, and local grant application processes, as well as environmental regulations.

• Bidding & Construction Support:

  • Manage the bidding process by organizing pre-bid meetings, preparing addenda, and reviewing bid proposals. Oversee change orders, conduct site visits during construction, and ensure quality standards are met.

• Project Close-Out:

  • Review and approve final engineering drawings, summarize project costs, and conduct final inspections with the FAA and sponsors to ensure successful project completion.

• Client & Team Management:

  • Lead cross-functional teams through all phases of project development. Build and maintain client relationships by identifying growth opportunities during the proposal and RFP/RFQ process. Collaborate with management on client satisfaction, risk management, and financial performance, while providing mentorship and guidance to team members.

What you will bring:

• Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering
• 10-15+ years of relevant industry experience
• Professional Engineer License
• Project Management experience managing Aviation projects
• Expert in Microsoft Office suite
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Must be able to travel to meet the needs and demands of the project
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to develop and manage cross-functional relationships

Benefits You Will Love

Certified as a Great Place to Work, Woolpert is one of the fastest-growing architecture, engineering, and geospatial companies in the world. With over 75 offices and countless projects around the globe, you’ll work on meaningful assignments that improve quality of life around the world. In addition to offering competitive pay, we provide employees with a robust set of unique benefits, including:

• Freedom to Work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).
• Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
• Flexible paid time off/vacation: Take time off when it makes sense for you and your team.
• Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries.
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance: Cover all your medical bases.
• Paid sick time, retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, pet insurance, identity protection, technology stipend, employee assistance program, and more!

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Position Overview

Woolpert is hiring an Engineering Designer to join our dynamic Aviation team. This position is primarily responsible for performing engineering functions specific to aviation/airfield design under the direction of a Professional Engineer.

We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.  Applicants must already possess work authorization in the country the job is located.

What You Will Do:

• Perform engineering computations, evaluations, design analyses, and design development
• Prepare reports, recommendations, and assessments for review by a Professional Engineer
• Apply standard engineering practices to analyze data, identify discrepancies, and resolve issues
• Collaborate as part of a project team to develop data, designs, and applications
• Serve as a technical resource and advisor to junior technical staff
• Utilize AutoDesk Civil 3D and AutoCAD to create engineering designs and documentation
• Participate in firm-wide quality assurance and improvement initiatives

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop 2D and 3D models from multiple data sources in accordance with company standards
• Design and modify complex layouts and drawings based on general specifications
• Communicate effectively with the design team to support project deliverables
• Manage assigned tasks while adhering to project scope, schedule, and budget
• Perform basic civil engineering calculations and design using Civil 3D
• Support engineering efforts on projects of varying complexity
• Assist with data collection and analysis to inform design decisions
• Evaluate project solutions for structural integrity, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness
• Oversee preparation of as-built drawings
• Support construction administration, including reviewing plans and incorporating field updates

What You Will Bring:

• Minimum of 8 years of horizontal aviaition design experience.
• Physically and mentally capable of performing all essential job functions
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical documents and drawings
• Strong understanding and application of mathematical concepts
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for both internal teams and external stakeholders
• Ability to respond professionally to inquiries from clients, regulatory agencies, and the business community
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suit
• Advanced proficiency in AutoDesk Civil 3D and AutoCAD, including profiling, feature lines, 3D polylines, points, daylighting, and grading objects
• Experience importing and working with survey data from various file types
• Ability to perform volume calculations using surface models
• Experience designing and developing:
  
  • Stormwater systems and pipe network profiles
  • Underdrain systems and profiles
  • Three-line profiles for runways and taxiways
• Knowledge of airport design standards, including layout of airport features and pavement markings in accordance with FAA Advisory Circulars (preferred)
• Ability to perform manual spot elevation calculations at intersections
• Familiarity with construction survey layout practices
• Ability to sit for extended periods and operate standard office equipment
• Occasional reaching and bending
• Ability to frequently lift up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 40 pounds

Qualified candidates may be eligible for a signing bonus of up to $5,000 based on experience and role alignment. Bonus eligibility is contingent upon 12 months of service and must be repaid if the employee leaves the company within one year of hire.

Benefits You Will Love:

Certified as a Great Place to Work, Woolpert is one of the fastest-growing architecture, engineering, and geospatial companies in the world. With over 75 offices and countless projects around the globe, you’ll work on meaningful assignments that improve quality of life around the world. In addition to offering competitive pay, we provide employees with a robust set of unique benefits, including:

• Freedom to Work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).
• Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
• Flexible paid time off/vacation: Take time off when it makes sense for you and your team.
• Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries.
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance: Cover all your medical bases.
• Paid sick time, retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, pet insurance, identity protection, technology stipend, employee assistance program, and more!

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