Senior Airfield Design Manager

OverviewSenior Airfield Design Manager at AECOM – a technical design leader for engineering design projects delivering major airfield improvements at projects in Chicago, Cleveland, and other hub airports. Leads a diverse team of engineers from conception to completion.ResponsibilitiesDevelop civil airfield planning, design and construction improvement documents, working with experienced aviation planning and design staff.Ongoing collaboration with planning and design team members, contractors, and subconsultants for ongoing planning, design, and construction projects.Lead the development of airfield design drawings and seal drawings.Perform a wide array of aviation-related civil design, planning, construction support, and client management services for Commercial Air Service Airports.Assist in the planning and monitoring of small and large multi-discipline projects involving design of airport engineering projects including runways, taxiways, aprons, vehicle service roads, airfield lighting and signage installation, navigational aids, drainage improvements, utility relocation and protection, and pavement rehabilitation.Drives projects from inception to final delivery in the planning, design, and construction administration of airports, including grading, drainage, pavement design, specifications, and construction safety plans.Collaborating and/or coordinating delivery teams consisting of multi-discipline design engineers and technicians.AutoCAD and AutoCAD Civil 3D design manager duties.Analyze client as-builts, survey data, geotechnical data, subsurface utility information and data needed for project development.Mentor and develop staff, provide leadership and an environment which encourages teamwork, initiative and growth.Direct and support the production of multiple projects in parallel.Develops and nurtures positive, solution-focused client relationships.Ensure seamless coordination with stakeholders including clients, funding agencies, the FAA, state aviation officials, and permitting authorities.QualificationsMinimum Requirements:BS Civil Engineering or related field8 years of airport/airfield planning or civil engineering design experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or educationIllinois Professional Engineer License or ability to obtain in 12 months.Preferred:10 years of airport/airfield planning or civil engineering design experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or educationProficient with AutoCAD Civil 3D Design.Experience with the design of airfield projects from planning and construction phaseProficient and experienced in FAA Advisory Circulars and Airport Design and Engineering Standards.Additional InformationRelocation is available for this positionVisa sponsorship is not available for this positionOffered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $145,000.00 - $195,000.00.About AECOMAECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at .Equal Opportunity Employer statements and diversity commitments are included as part of our job postings and policies to ensure equal opportunities for all applicants. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17