Job Description

ENGINEERS | SURVEYORS | PLANNERS | SCIENTISTS

Position title: Senior Civil Airport Engineer - Project Manager

Job status: Exempt-salaried

Location: Spokane, WA 

(Relocation assistance available)

TOTAL REWARDS

We know work is just one part of life. That’s why we offer a total rewards package designed to support you—at work, at home, and everywhere in between. 

As an employee-owner, you’ll receive competitive pay, bonuses that recognize your contributions, and benefits that promote your health, growth, and well-being. 

Whether it’s your family, hobbies, or future goals, we’ve got you covered.

• Up to $130,000 base pay (DOE) with generous wage growth
• Annual bonuses because your contributions matter
• Ownership through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); 100% company-paid ownership contributions 
• 90% company paid shared health plan premiums
• Paid time off for the things you love to do
• Paid parental leave and volunteer time off
• Six paid company holidays
• Two floating personal holidays for events that are important in your life
• 401k matching program
• AD&D Insurance, Short/Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance paid by the company
• Flexible work schedule arrangements

Since 1945, our longstanding and leading engineering legacy for creating solutions that build better communities helps ensure safety , security , and growth for you. 

We are a client- and people-focused culture that allows us to thrive as a top 500 engineering design firm due to our unified team, diverse strengths, and individual contributions. 

It is why Morrison-Maierle has been voted by Zweigs “Best Places to Work.”Join us as a Senior Engineering Project Manager within our Aviation group to be part of this success.

POSITION

In this role, the Senior Engineer will be responsible for creating and leading a local aviation civil engineering group to help expand our local service offerings to aviation clients. The Senior Engineer will be responsible for growing market presence, develop a local team, and serve as the project manager to champion and lead the planning and design of airport projects for clients across a spectrum of project work from facilities, terminals, runways, air traffic control towers, navigation, and airspace studies to water, gas, and power design and analysis. These responsibilities include:

• Expertly collaborates with aviation clients to grasp project vision.
• Oversee and lead the engineering project lifecycle from planning and to completion, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget.
• Utilize engineering design software for reviewing and editing design plans and modeling.
• Applies FAA and airport safety knowledge in project work.
• Evaluate quality assurance and quality controls on project work within the team.
• Analyze system deficiencies and provide improvement alternatives to meet project goals.
• Applies technical writing skills for Request for Proposals, report writing, project specifications, and memorandums.
• Ensures precision and safety through meticulous design.
• Tackles design challenges creatively, resolving complex problems.
• Engage with community members, government officials, and other stakeholders to communicate project goals, address concerns, and gather input.
• Develop, inspire, and mentor reporting personnel.
• Stays aware of federal regulations that impact the aviation industry.
• Partners with the regional director and operations manager to identify and pursue new business opportunities, driving revenue growth, and expanding market presence.

“Our supportive environment empowers employee-owners to grow their skills, tackle challenging projects, pursue their goals, and advance their careers professionally and financially. It is a place to thrive.” – Arian Bloomfield, President/CEO

YOUR STRENGTHS

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or construction engineering or equivalent ABET-accredited engineering program
• Minimum 8+ years’ of demonstrated US-based experience with civil engineering  airport design/construction projects required
• Engineering design experience with general aviation and/or part-139 airfield clients required
• At least two years (2) experience serving as a project manager on airport projects 
• Engineer-In-Training (EIT) professional designation required
• Professional Engineering (PE) licensure or able to obtain soon after hire 
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification in conjunction with engineering licensure is preferred but not required
• Strong financial acumen
• Working knowledge of FAA regulations and airport safety
• Understanding of engineering design software (e.g., Civil3D, Blue Beam)
• Proven client growth mindset and ability to pursue new client development
• A valid driver’s license and an insurable driving record is required for periodic travel

WHO WE ARE

At Morrison-Maierle, we’re more than engineers, surveyors, planners, and scientists—we’re community builders. Founded in 1945 and a 100% employee-owned top 500 multidisciplinary engineering design and consulting firm, we are driven by a passion for creating innovative, sustainable solutions that improve lives and strengthen communities across the Rocky Mountain region and beyond. Our culture is rooted in integrity, respect, excellence, and collaboration. When you join our team, you’re not just starting a job—you’re becoming part of a legacy of purpose-driven professionals committed to building a better future, together.

Morrison-Maierle is not accepting 3rd party agency solicitation requests.

Morrison-Maierle is committed to diversity and inclusion, supported by compliance as an EEOC employer who ensures equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of a protected class status.

Compensation details: 105000-130000 Yearly Salary

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