Aviation Project Manager

Salt Lake City, UT

65 E Wadsworth Park Dr

Suite 200

Draper, UT 84020, USA

At Ardurra, we’re more than an engineering and consulting firm—we’re a team dedicated to shaping the future through smart solutions and strong partnerships. Our mission is simple: empower our people to deliver innovative, sustainable projects that make a real impact on communities. Guided by our core values—Client Driven, Uniquely Nimble, Low Bureaucracy, Team Collaboration, Unlimited Opportunities, Relationship Focused, and Entrepreneurial Spirit—we foster a culture that puts people first.

Ardurra is seeking an Aviation Senior Project Manager in the Pacific Northwest, with positions available in Salt Lake City, UT and Heber City, UT. For qualified individuals, relocation assistance and/or a signing bonus may be offered. This role provides flexibility to work where you thrive while contributing to impactful aviation projects.

Ardurra is looking for an Aviation Project Manager for our growing aviation group. In this key role, you will oversee projects and serve as a client manager for airport design and construction projects in specific regions. The ideal individual will mentor junior staff and provide quality assurance/quality control oversight.

The ideal candidate will join a well‑established aviation group with a diverse workload in airfield service projects. From project planning, regulatory approvals, environmental compliance, financial planning, legislative strategy, land acquisition, and design phasing, this individual will be heavily involved in projects from design to completion.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
• Professional Engineer (PE) License
• 8+ years’ experience in airport design and/or construction, either in private industry or government service
• Airport design and project management experience
• Strong knowledge of FAA advisory circulars related to airport design and the FAA grant process
• Ability to lead and mentor staff and develop new staff as needed to support growth of the aviation group
• Self‑motivated, team‑oriented individual with ability to work on challenging projects in a team environment

• Project management of airport design and construction projects
• Marketing of aviation services to clients and stakeholders
• Staff supervision and mentoring
• Quality control of project design and contract documents

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Ability to navigate various locations and settings of the company
• Occasional lifting or moving up to 25 pounds
• Valid driver’s license and ability to safely operate a vehicle
• Ability to travel for site visits, client meetings, etc.

$110,000 to $160,000 (DOE)

While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, our culture sets us apart. We nurture a family‑like culture, creating a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging, rewarding, and fun. We focus on developing staff through our internal Ardurra Academy and industry‑leading Leadership program. Our commitment to a people‑centric culture includes valuing employees, supporting professional and career development, providing tools and resources for success, and offering time‑off programs and flexibility for a healthy work/life balance.

Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

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