Aviation Senior Project Engineer

Ardurra • Raleigh, NC

18h

About The Position

Ardurra
is looking to hire an experienced Aviation Senior Civil Project
Engineer
for our
Aviation
practice in
Raleigh, NC.

Ardurra
is a
recognized aviation planning and design leader, offering
a
comprehensive range of services for all types of airports – from air carriers to
general aviation. Our creative solutions to aviation-related projects, combined
with our knowledge and understanding of the local airport community, enable us
to produce efficient and functional designs that can meet any
growing
airport’s
needs.

Our airport technical staff has been involved in over 2,000 airport projects at
100+ airports throughout the southeast, ranging from master plans to the overall
design of general aviation, reliever, and air carrier airports. We have helped
airports capitalize on their economic potential through our planning and funding
efforts for new facilities. We have also helped airports make the best use of
their dollars for much-needed rehabilitation projects.

Primary Function

As a Senior
Civil Project
Engineer
in our
aviation practice,
you’ll
support
or
lead the design and delivery of complex
aviation
infrastructure. Your work
will span airfield layout including runways, taxiways, and aprons; pavement
design; grading and drainage systems; terminal building site development; and
access roadways.
You’ll
collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and ensure all
designs meet FAA and local regulatory standards. This is a high-impact role
ideal for a civil engineer who thrives in a collaborative environment and is
passionate about shaping the future of aviation infrastructure.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Minimum 7 years of experience in civil engineering with a strong focus on aviation projects
• PE license required (or ability to obtain within 6 months)
• Proven experience with FAA design standards (Advisory Circulars), AutoCAD Civil 3D, and airfield pavement design
• Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills

Responsibilities

• Act as design lead for airfield civil construction projects while working with one or more EIT’s and other project team members
• Oversee and mentor one or more EITs in the areas of grading design, pavement design, marking design, airport operational construction safety and phasing plans, and other components of airport design
• Coordinate with owners, internal staff, and subconsultants throughout the project life cycle
• Present design concepts, alternatives, and solutions during client review meetings
• Act as design lead during the bidding process
• Participate in construction inspection and oversight, either as lead inspector or as technical support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees