Lead Major Aviation Projects | Growth Opportunity | Employee Ownership

RS&H seeks a motivated Aviation Project Manager to join our Dallas aviation team. This is your chance to take ownership of complex aviation projects while building your career with a nationally-recognized, employee-owned firm in one of the nation's most dynamic aviation markets. In this role, you will have the opportunity to develop and deliver projects at one of the world’s largest airports. We're offering partnership, not just employment.

Why Dallas? Why Now?

North Texas is experiencing unprecedented aviation growth. As a Project Manager in our Dallas office, you'll be at the center of this expansion—leading projects that shape the region's aviation infrastructure while developing the skills and relationships to advance your career. RS&H is a well-known leader in the Dallas Aviation market, with award-winning projects on the books, and we are seeking a high-level candidate to continue propelling us forward. 

What You'll Do

Lead Projects End-to-End

• Lead, develop, and deliver aviation projects from concept through construction – airfield design, pavement engineering, utilities, terminals, and more
• Oversee production teams, quality assurance, and financial performance
• Focus on innovative design and technical excellence
• Coordinate with airports, airlines, FAA, and stakeholders across North Texas
• Handle construction administration, grant management, and multi-disciplinary coordination

Drive Business Growth

• Build and maintain strong client relationships across the region
• Support business development efforts to expand our Dallas presence
• Contribute to proposal development and capture strategies
• Represent RS&H at regional industry events

Develop Your Career

• Work alongside experienced aviation leaders who invest in your growth
• Gain exposure to diverse project types and complexities
• Mentor junior staff and build leadership skills
• Position yourself for advancement within an employee-owned firm
• Participate in firm equity and bonus programs

What We're Looking For

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from ABET-accredited program
• 8+ years of civil engineering experience, with 5+ years in aviation
• Texas PE license (or ability to obtain within 6 months)
• Proven ability to lead design teams and manage project delivery
• Strong technical knowledge of aviation design fundamentals
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Willingness to travel across North Texas (typically day trips)

What Will Make You a Perfect Fit

• Existing relationships with North Texas aviation clients
• Experience with FAA funding and grant administration
• Background in both design and construction phases
• Track record of delivering projects on time and within budget
• Self-motivated with strong organizational skills
• Thrives in collaborative, team-oriented environments

Why RS&H

As an employee-owned firm, your contributions directly impact your future. An Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 6 Aviation Design Firm with an eye on employee culture, RS&H offers the stability of a national firm with the flexibility and culture of a collaborative team that values innovation and professional growth.

We serve airports nationwide as trusted advisors, delivering expertise in airfield design, environmental planning, and resiliency. Our integrated approach and collaborative culture enable you to work on meaningful projects while continuously developing your skills.

What We Offer

• Path to employee ownership
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
• Professional development and mentorship opportunities
• Diverse project portfolio across the country
• Work-life balance in a supportive, flexible environment
• National resources with local autonomy

Ready to Elevate Your Career?

If you're an experienced aviation engineer ready to own your career and define the future of aviation infrastructure in Dallas, we want to hear from you.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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Please note: no agency representation or submissions will be recognized for this vacancy. Candidates should apply directly to this role to be considered. It is the responsibility of all third-party recruiting and employment agencies to know and adhere to our recruiting policy.

Joining our Aviation team means an opportunity to explore your potential and apply your diverse skills to serve the large and small airports of the aviation industry as a trusted advisor.  You can do this in a collaborative and team-oriented environment among other driven professionals. Service areas include airfields, environmental planning, and environmental stewardship & resiliency.  Join RS&H to define and master challenges, advance professionally, and build strong and lasting relationships. 

Employee-owned, RS&H is one of the nation’s leading architecture, engineering, and consulting firms, with associates who work hard every day to create tomorrow together. We offer an exceptional journey from start to future. Our integrated teams translate experience into insight, turn challenges into opportunities, and build relationships that are as strong as the buildings and infrastructure we deliver together. We attribute our success to our unwavering commitment to our core values: integrity, accountability, curiosity, and teamwork.