Aviation Project Manager

AVIATION PRACTICE

Michael Baker International knows the business of airports – from the smallest general aviation facilities to the busiest international airports in the world. For more than 75 years, we have provided planning, design, and construction services to airports worldwide, serving as an on-call “extension of staff” to many of our aviation clients. Our Arkansas Aviation Team has served Arkansas Airports for more than 20 years.  Michael Baker's award-winning personnel have a reputation for taking their understanding of the local airport community/environment and incorporating related elements into their designs and plans. Knowing that airports are a key economic driver and source of pride for the geographic areas they serve, we proudly perform as partners in more than facilities and other infrastructure.  We partner in success.

What We’re Looking For:

Michael Baker International is seeking an Aviation Project Manager to join our very experienced and growing Aviation Practice in Arkansas. This leadership role combines client and project management responsibilities with hands-on technical oversight of airport design projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in aviation engineering and design, and proven project management experience.

This position can be based anywhere within Arkansas, with preference given to candidates located near Michael Baker's Little Rock, Bentonville, or Fayetteville offices. The role offers flexibility while requiring periodic travel to project sites, client meetings, and company offices as needed.

What You’ll Do:

• Manage primarily General Aviation projects of varying size and complexity, including runway, taxiway, and apron projects, terminal support and fueling facilities, hangars, access roads, and utility infrastructure.
• Provide technical oversight and guidance for the preparation of engineering plans, specifications, reports, and cost estimates.
• Review and direct design activities utilizing AutoCAD Civil 3D and other engineering software.
• Coordinate with airport sponsors, state aviation agencies, the FAA, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, scope, and resource allocation.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and foster long-term relationships.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers, designers, and technical staff.
• Ensure compliance with FAA Advisory Circulars, state aviation standards, and company quality requirements.
• Support construction administration activities, including submittal reviews, design clarifications, and field coordination.

What You Need To Succeed:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of aviation engineering experience.
• Experience managing airport design projects and coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
• Working knowledge of airport planning, airside and landside design, drainage, grading, pavement design, and utility coordination.
• Experience utilizing or overseeing design development in AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Strong project management, client management, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.