Senior (Aviation) Professional Engineer / Project Manager, Transportation - Airfield Infrastructure

TKDA’s Aviation Engineering Team brings expertise in airfield / airport engineering & planning, integrated solutions, and comprehensive services. We are seeking a Senior Civil Professional Engineer / Project Manager who has expertise in Aviation (airfield, airport and/or commercial airline) projects and client management expertise with a demonstrated history of leading airport, airfield, FAA-funded, and aviation infrastructure projects. As shown by our extensive portfolio, TKDA has a proven history of developing long-term and sustainable aviation planning and design solutions for diverse clients, from large international airports to general aviation airfields and military bases.

Responsibilities

Lead design and planning for a variety of complex site development and airfield design projects; Lead project teams and managing project scopes, schedules, financials, and technical requirements; Coach/mentor less experienced professionals with an emphasis on technical design standards and quality control; Serve as a technical expert in collaborative engineering environment; Travel to project sites to develop strong rapport and ongoing relationships with current and potential clients; Collaborate with passionate engineers, designers, technicians, and planners to provide engineering services to airports across the country including small general aviation airports, large international commercial airports, and military bases; Attend industry related conferences, trainings and other events to strengthen expertise and foster relationships with potential project partners and clients

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in civil engineering; Registered as a Professional Engineer in the State of California; Minimum of 15 years of design experience related to aviation, transportation, site development or municipal projects; well-versed in the design of roadways, utilities, site grading, drainage and storm water management; Prefer minimum of 15 years of civil engineering design experience, including significant experience with aviation, airport, airfield, or FAA-funded infrastructure projects; Minimum of 2 years of project management experience; Reside within or open to relocate to the Riverside, CA area; Prior business development experience demonstrated by a track record of maintaining client relations and securing new project opportunities; Proficiency preparing plan sets, specifications, and construction cost estimates; Ability to apply effective written and verbal communication when developing proposals, preparing technical reports, participating in or leading project team meetings, and delivering client or public presentations; Flexibility to travel as needed (up to 20%) for team meetings, client consultations, public meetings, site assessments/visits, marketing presentations/interviews, conferences, etc.; Occasional overnight travel may be required; Must possess a valid Driver's License with a clean driving record; Authorization to work permanently in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship. TKDA does not provide employment visa sponsorship or transfers.

Nice to have

5-15 years of Aviation project experience; Previous training or experience with Civil 3D and/or AutoCAD; Previous training or experience with ArcGIS; Previous design experience with airfield or airport infrastructure projects; Previous experience preparing proposals and contract documentation; Familiarity with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations and procedures

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one; Eligible for discretionary bonuses through Annual Incentive Plan; Monthly employer HSA contributions if you choose an HSA-eligible plan; 401(k) Match on deferrals; ESOP funded entirely by company profits; Accrue PTO based on professional experience and enjoy eight paid holidays per year