Aviation Project Manager

Ardurra is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our thriving Aviation Group in Reno, NV
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.
Primary Function:
Ardurra is looking for an Aviation Project Manager for our growing aviation group. In this key role, you will be responsible for overseeing projects and serving as a client manager for airport design and construction projects within specific regions. The ideal individual will provide mentoring to junior staff and QA/QC.
The ideal individual for this role will be joining a very 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!
Primary Duties
Project management
Marketing
Staff Supervision and mentoring
Quality control of project design and contract documents
Education and Experience Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
PE License required
8+ years' experience in the airport design and/or construction field, either in private industry or government service
Airport design and project management experience a must
Strong knowledge of FAA advisory circulars related to airport design and the FAA grant process
Ability to lead and mentor existing staff and develop new staff as needed to support growth of the aviation group
Self-motivated, team-oriented individual with the ability to work on challenging projects in a team environment
Why Ardurra?
While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers. We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding but also fun. We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program. We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are: valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home.
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.
Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Civil Engineering.
Licenses & Certifications

Required

Professional Engineer
Preferred

PMP
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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