Senior Aviation Project Delivery Specialist

About the role

JOB DESCRIPTION  Michael Baker International is seeking a  Part-Time  Senior Aviation  Project Delivery Specialist  located in Texas (Dallas, San Antonio, Houston, or Austin) to  provide overall project delivery guidance while managing the construction administration of primarily  general aviation airport clients.  The candidate will actively work together with regional aviation leadership to  guide the delivery of Texas Airport development projects.  The preferred candidate will have the ability to communicate effectively and coordinate with project teams including other disciplines (cost estimators, GIS, designers, architects, and other engineers). The candidate should be familiar with TxDOT Aviation methodology for design and construction of airport projects.   The candidate should possess a strong understanding of FAA Design Circulars and Construction Specifications, and a background in  airport design or construction.  Experience with TxDOT Aviation project delivery is preferred.     Other strengths should include experience in airfield pavement reconstruction and rehabilitation, hangars, and general airport improvement projects.  Aviation support capabilities considered a plus include preparation of construction cost estimates, writing reports and developing client presentations; construction engineering services including shop drawing review and responses to contractor questions. In addition to immediately engaging in the technical activities in our active aviation practice in Texas, the successful candidate will be exposed to building the backlog of the business, involved in marketing our services and capabilities, and involved in the pursuit of new opportunities. The essential duty of this position is to maintain ultimate performance for delivery of project quality and safety.  PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related engineering field required, or significant applicable experience. 7+ years of experience in aviation and aviation  project construction management. Excellent English language skills, written and verbal, are essential to long term success in this role.  Aptitude for communicating with owner/client staff, contractors, and subconsultants. You will need to be able to quickly get up to speed on our policy, procedures and relevant software while acquiring an understanding of the company’s service offerings, and the client’s standards and procedures relevant to your projects. Commitment to and confirmed track record of safely delivering projects on time, under budget, and of the utmost quality. Dedication to project goals, client satisfaction, corporate aspirations, business development, growth objectives, staff development, and operational excellence. To be successful, you will need to be bright, organized, and determined; you will also need to be able to build relationships with a wide variety of people. You will need the ability to multitask and prioritize competing project obligations.  COMPENSATION The approximate compensation range for this position is $57.70 to $85.55 per hour.  This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting.  Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.  Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity. Based in Pittsburgh and with over 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous. We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life. We Make a Difference. Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status. EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination. *It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. *There is no current application deadline. Michael Baker will continue to accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or no longer needed.