This Opportunity WSP USA is seeking a Full-Time **Senior Aviation Engineer/Construction Manager** to support our **Nashville, TN** Group! Understands airport airfield design and construction and all its systems including deicing and environmental mitigation of waters of the US. A successful candidate will need significant experience in Airfield work and have previously managed design and construction within an active airport environment. Your Impact + Leads the successful development and implementation of a Capital Project. + Provides direction and input on projects from design development stage through construction. + Acts as primary representative on a project, will oversee engineering/architectural design, bid/RFP/RFQ evaluation, contract administration, project scheduling, coordination, inter-utility coordination, quality control, field decisions and supervision to ensure projects are completed within the stipulated time and allocated budget. + Facilitates coordination with other divisions, project stakeholders and regulatory agencies (staff, airlines, concessionaires, Fed/State/local government agencies including, Metro Codes, TSA, FAA, USCoE etc.) as appropriate. + Manage or perform cost estimates and projections/cash flow/estimate at completion for projects. + Schedule and conduct design and construction progress meetings. + Establish standards for meeting minutes, records, etc. and ensures Designers and Contractors are meeting quality standards. + Prepare records required for federal or state reimbursement. + Ensure that documents are in compliance with applicable federal and state equal opportunity legislation. + Coordinate activities with outside agencies to assure timely completion of all projects. + Utilize electronic tools including Procore, MS Project, CADD system, and other computer systems. + Coordinates construction maintenance of traffic and phasing plans, utility shutdown requests, impact notices, disruption notices, contingency planning and other tasks as needed. + Compile and analyze technical data and prepare reports concerning project related activities. + Manage and present updates in weekly meetings and executive meetings as necessary. Who You Are **Required Qualifications** + Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, or closely related discipline. + 5 to 7+ years of relevant post education experience in engineering and prior aviation design experience. + Engineer in Training Certification or equivalent experience in lieu of certification. + Proficient knowledge of aviation engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, and the application to permitting and project work-related issues. + Experience with airport planning, design, and construction management; including project involvement in a variety of landside and airside projects, rehabilitation and construction of airfield pavements, navigational aids, grading and drainage design, and storm-water management. + Working knowledge of relevant aviation construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements. + Ability to make technical computations and calculations involving the application of engineering principles, understanding plans and specifications and making factual comparisons to the appropriate regulations. + Project management experience with small to mid-level projects including tracking hours and expenses for project work. + Ability to plan and conduct inspections and investigations on various aspects of the construction and design of facilities or structures, applying applicable regulations and policies. + Effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience. + Highly capable self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment. + Ability to work independently and provide guidance and leadership to junior team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC. + Proficiency with technical writing, office automation, AutoCADD and AutoCAD Civil 3D or similar software, technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools. + Developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution. + Ability to assertively direct others in the field such as subcontractors and others to consistently complete tasks safely and efficiently. + Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies. + Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek. + Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements. + Must successfully complete and pass Motor Vehicle screening. + Hire is contingent upon client approval, being able to obtain an airport badge, and the successful completion of a background check which will be initiated upon receipt of your signed offer letter. **Preferred Qualifications:** + Master’s Degree in Engineering. + Essential Professional Licensure/Certification. + Experience managing small to mid-size projects. + Prior demonstrated knowledge and experience of FAA advisory circulars and procedures. + Prior experience with FAA’s design software and procedures (FAARFIELD, COMFAA, OE/AAA). + 40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120) preferred. + Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training desired. \#LI-AC1 **About WSP** WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper. www.wsp.com WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started? WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States. **NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:** WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.