Jacobs · 16 hours ago
Aviation Project Manager
Holladay, UT
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$134K/yr - $236K/yr
10+ years expJacobs is a company focused on solving critical problems for thriving cities and resilient environments. They are seeking an Aviation Project Manager to guide high-impact airport and aviation infrastructure projects from concept through completion, ensuring compliance with regulations and promoting continuous improvement.
ConstructionCyber SecurityIndustrialReal EstateConsultingInformation TechnologyProfessional ServicesCivil EngineeringIndustrial EngineeringInfrastructure
Responsibilities
Own projects from day one — guiding aviation infrastructure programs from planning to delivery
Build and drive project schedules, budgets, and resource plans, ensuring predictable and exceptional outcomes
Partner with multidisciplinary teams — engineers, architects, planners, and contractors — to keep progress aligned and moving
Champion compliance with FAA regulations, safety requirements, and environmental standards
Identify risks early and lead the development of smart, actionable mitigation plans
Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, keeping communication transparent and relationships strong
Promote continuous improvement, ensuring every project delivers excellence
Be engaged in projects pursuits and support business development efforts
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Aviation Management, or related engineering field
Registered Professional Engineer in Utah, or available to obtain by reciprocity within 2 months
10-20 years of experience delivering aviation-related projects
Strong knowledge of aviation standards, regulations, and industry best practices
Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, etc.)
Excellent communication and team leadership skills
Preferred
PMP certification
Experience with sustainable aviation technologies or practices
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Basic life insurance
401(k) plan
The ability to purchase company stock at a discount
Deferred compensation plan
Executive Deferral Plan
Unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees
Seven paid holidays
Caregiver leave
Merit increases
Performance discretionary bonus
Stock
Company
Jacobs
Jacobs leads the global professional services sector delivering solutions for a more connected, sustainable world.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.1B2023-08-18Post Ipo Debt· $600M
2023-02-16Post Ipo Debt· $500M
1980-09-26IPO
Leadership Team
Bob Pragada
Chair & Chief Executive Officer at Jacobs
Paul Friedman
CTO, StreetLight Data
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