Stantec

A career in transportation is more than bridges, roads, and rail. As we plan, design, and manage projects that move people and goods from Point A to Point B, we create connections that transform our communities. Every airport, road, bridge, port, or transit project is an opportunity to make communities safer, cleaner, and more resilient. Together, we’re making an impact around the world.

If you’re looking for a career that moves, join our team of professionals who are passionate about the future of transportation.

Our Airports Team is taking airport design to the next level. From roadway to runway or full terminal design, we’ll take your career to new heights.

Your Opportunity

Are you passionate about aviation? Stantec Consulting Services Inc. is looking for a Senior Aviation Project Manager to join our team in U.S. West! The Senior Aviation Project Manager will be based in Denver, Colorado and focus on the planning, design, and construction administration/observation of airfields and support airside/landside facilities. Directs one or more project teams in the development of contract plans for aviation projects according to established engineering standards and state and federal policies. Works closely with the Regional Business Leader, Aviation Business Center Sector Leader, and National Sector Leader. Works on multiple aviation projects ranging from general aviation to large hub airports, many of which possess complex features. In addition to providing technical expertise and leadership in direct support of our projects, it is expected that you will also conduct business development efforts in the preparation of proposals/statements of qualifications, the pursuit of new clients/opportunities,

Your Key Responsibilities

• Manages landside and airside contracts with a variety of airport clients.
• Directly supervises assigned team members, identifying strengths and areas for improvement, and supporting advancement, skill development, and improvement in alignment with aviation project requirements and company standards
• Attends Board meetings at various airports, provides guidance to the airport boards, and works with Business Center Sector Leader to perform project development/communication with those Boards.
• Markets, in coordination with the Regional Business Leader and Business Center Airports Team Leader, various commercial service and general aviation airports.
• Establishes project goals, milestones, and procedures, defines roles and responsibilities, coordinates project resources, and monitors project progress.
• Reviews project documents for conformity and quality assurance.
• Assists upper-level management and staff as a technical specialist or advisor.
• Provides direction and coordinates staff necessary to complete assignments on schedule and within budget per the contract.
• Prepares and/or reviews and approves scopes, budgets, and schedules for assignments and projects.
• Interacts with clients, customers, regulatory and funding agencies, contractors, and others.
• Will coordinate the work of other engineers and/or technicians who assist in specific assignments.
• Gathers data and information required in the development of aviation grants and facilities.
• May be required to assist and participate in the preparation of funding grant applications.
• Monitors contractor’s construction effort and quality.
• Analyzes and interprets construction plans and specifications; seeks assistance from design engineers where intent is not clear.
• May prepare and present public reports to a variety of audiences.
• Attend project meetings and may present specific aspects of engineering assignment.
• Lead the preparation of proposals and actively contribute to the growth of the Aviation Sector through business development, key pursuit, and strategy
• Follows all in-house procedures related to documentation of designs, process flow, filing, quality control, etc.
• Assists with client, customer, or official contacts and communication pertaining to specific assignments or meetings.
• Actively participates in the marketing process by delivering quality work, providing excellent client service and assisting with project pursuits and customer relationship management efforts.
• Keeps current with the engineering profession in theory and practice, especially in area of specialty.
• Represents the organization at professional organizations.
• Represents the firm in digital communication and conferences pertaining to broad aspects of engineering assignments.
• Contributes to the vision, growth and advancement to Stantec’s Airport Sector.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Ability to manage all aspects of aviation project development and delivery.
• Comfortable with supervisory duties.
• Experience in successful aviation project pursuits including identifying opportunities, client engagement, developing teaming strategies, developing proposals, and winning new work.
• Ability to coordinate with professional staff to develop multiple assignments.
• Good writing skills.
• Good communication, multi-tasking, attentiveness to detail.
• Ability to solve problems using sound professional judgment, creativity and innovation.
• Working knowledge of codes, legal and design requirements in relevant jurisdictions and developing jurisdictional experience and contacts.
• Ability to effectively discuss project issues with clients and regulatory agencies.
• Current driver’s license and ability to obtain airside security badge at commercial service airports and passing required security background check required.
• Thorough knowledge and application of FAA design standards and specifications.
• Knowledge of FAA and state airport capital funding processes.

Education and Experience

• Completion of a four (4) year college level academic program in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or relative degree is mandatory.
• 8 years of aviation experience with a minimum of 4 years as a Project Manager;
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) required.
• Interest and desire to travel on regional and national basis.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Pay Range:

• Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ Areas-$117,800.00 - $176,800.00 Annually

Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements

Primary Location: United States | CO | Denver

Organization: 1817 Transpt-US Southwest-Denver CO

Employee Status: Regular

Business Justification: New Position

Travel: No

Schedule: Full time

Job Posting: 13/02/2026 11:02:50

Req ID: 1004364

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.