Assistant Director of Engineering

Date Opened:
Monday, February 02, 2026 12:00 AM

Close Date:
Monday, February 16, 2026 12:00 AM

Department:
Aviation Department

Function:
Operations Management

Salary: $ - $ Commensurate with Experience

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Summary

Performs high-level management work planning, directing, supervising, and reviewing the work performed by engineering, construction, and administrative staff at Charlotte Douglas International Airport. Oversees a widespread development program which will cost $3.5 billion over the next five years, namely the 4th Parallel Runway Program and South Ramp Expansion Program, and other mega-programs and projects spanning airside, landside, horizontal, and vertical scopes.

The exercise of considerable independent judgment and initiative is expected, and extensive public contact is involved. Maintains effective working relationships with tenants, City departments, co-workers, the public, contractors, and regulatory agencies. This position requires considerable work in the open movement area of Charlotte Douglas International Airport and the surrounding area. This work requires strict adherence to building codes and all FAA, TSA, NCDOT, City of Charlotte specifications and protocols to promote a safe and secure environment for all employees, tenants, commercial contractors, and the traveling public.

This position manages projects and programs that involve civil, mechanical, structural, and electrical engineering and construction. Work may include, but not be limited to, paving (concrete and asphalt) of state or city-maintained roadways, taxiways, runways, shoulders, apron areas, airfield electrical improvements and demo, utilities and utility relocations, fuel systems, etc. This work may also include vertical construction such as aircraft hangars, terminal building construction and rehab, concourses etc.

Successful delivery of construction projects on-time and within budget; experience in change management and compliance with applicable laws, rules, ordinances, and regulations; experience in all construction project phase services, including pre-design, design/pre-bid, bid, pre-construction, construction, and post-construction, as well as experience managing staff augmentation, contracts, and experience in government contract administration.

Major Duties And Responsibilities

• Coordinates and directs a large-scale construction program. Engineering, construction, and management activities occurring on a 24/7/365 schedule.
• Assigns and supervises the work of subordinates and consultants engaged in those activities, including establishing challenging standards and productivity goals with clear measurements.
• Make comprehensive recommendations to construction problems which will improve the safety, quality, and productivity of the work performed.
• Direct the team on the procurement of materials, supplies, equipment, bids, and professional services for large-scale construction projects. Recommends procurement methodologies and construction delivery methods, including but not limited to design, bid, build; design-build, and Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR).
• Ensures engineering activities are conducted in compliance with federal regulations (FAA Part 139 and TSA CFR 1542), state, and local requirements to maintain high standards of safety and security in all aspects of operation.
• Conducts airfield studies, research, and surveys, analyzes, and…