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Join to apply for the Airport Design Manager role at Charlotte Douglas International Airport 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Airport Design Manager role at Charlotte Douglas International Airport Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Charlotte Douglas International Airport provided pay range This range is provided by Charlotte Douglas International Airport. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $128,504.00/yr - $149,920.00/yr Direct message the job poster from Charlotte Douglas International Airport Experienced Human Resources Professional SUMMARY This position is responsible for administrative and professional work managing complex airport projects and programs at one of the world’s busiest airports, where schedules and operations impact the local and national airspace. This position oversees design management staff managing engineering and architectural projects and programs through planning, design, procurement and construction administration phases at Charlotte Douglas International Airport. Projects overseen span airside, landside, horizontal, and vertical scopes of work such as airfield, terminal development, roadway and bridge projects, parking facilities, storm drainage and sanitary sewer utility projects, facility renovations/additions, and environmental projects. Work involves major technical decision making and independent judgment within established guidelines. Work is evaluated based on results. Successful delivery of construction projects on-time and within budget; experience in change management and compliance with applicable laws, rules, ordinances, and regulations; experience in all construction project phase services including pre-design, design/pre-bid, bid, construction, and post-construction as well as experience managing a staff augmentation, contracts, and experience in government contract administration. Major Duties and Responsibilities: Coordinates multiple development and construction programs/projects and consultants at Charlotte Douglas International Airport. Supervises, leads, and mentors professional and paraprofessional engineering, architectural, and design management staff. Negotiates professional services contracts, contract changes, monitors contractor performance, solicits contractor bids/proposals, monitors quality of work, provides regular status reports, performs special studies, and responds to requests from internal and external stakeholders, such as Airport Executives, Airlines, tenants, FAA, TSA, etc. Interfaces with various governmental agencies to ensure departmental compliance with regulatory requirements such as the FAA AIP Handbook, FAA Advisory Circulars, in addition to state and local requirements, ordinances, and codes Makes difficult engineering computations, designs complex major engineering projects, prepares complete engineering plans and specifications, prepares clear and concise technical reports, and completes projects accurately and on schedule. Interprets contracts, bids/proposals, specifications, and other technical documents. Manages the procurement of engineering-related services, such as project management support services, RPR services, engineering on-call, individual project engineering services, materials testing, surveying, and utility locates. Also, manage the procurement of construction bids Calculates cost estimates and identifies resources needed for projects. Reviews the work of architects, engineers, contractors, and other project service providers. Makes design modifications necessary to conform to regulatory and project requirements. Approves the designs as appropriate. Provides professional and technical assistance to program managers, engineering staff, contract officers, and others during various phases of project design/construction to help evaluate proposals and make recommendations for contract approvals/changes. Evaluate project workload and optimize staffing resources in a manner consistent to support pace of the Airport’s CIP Utilize Airport’s Project Management Information System (PMIS) software in order to interface with contractors and Engineering/Architectural consultants throughout the project lifecycle to manage schedules and risk Serves as the Airport’s technical expert for Modification of Standards on file with the FAA’s Airport Data and Information Portal. Responds to calls outside of normal work hours, and returns to work as needed to resolve urgent problems 24/7/365 Minimum Qualifications: Requires a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture or Engineering. A minimum of seven (7) years with a Bachelor’s degree or five (5) years with a Master's degree of progressively responsible hands-on architectural or engineering work experience in design, contract preparation, project design, and space planning is required. Supervisory experience in infrastructure planning, development, design, and construction. Licensure as an Architect or a Professional Engineering license is required. Preferred Qualifications: Twelve (12) years of progressive experience in engineering, architecture, or construction management, with a demonstrated track record of leading complex infrastructure projects. Extensive experience managing large-scale, multidisciplinary airport design and construction projects, including airside, landside, and terminal developments. Proven success in supervising and developing technical teams, optimizing performance, and delivering projects on time and within budget in a high-demand airport environment. Strong working knowledge of FAA and TSA regulations, airport design standards, and federal grant processes related to aviation infrastructure. Experience with staff augmentation models, government contract administration, and consultant oversight in the context of aviation capital improvement programs. Supervisory Responsibilities: Provides leadership, direction, and mentorship to a multidisciplinary team of professional and paraprofessional engineering, architectural, and design management staff. Oversees day-to-day team operations, ensuring alignment with project goals, departmental priorities, and industry standards. Establishes clear performance expectations, conducts regular evaluations, and supports staff development through coaching, training, and career progression planning. Fosters a collaborative and accountable work environment that encourages innovation, professional growth, and continuous improvement. Manages team workloads and resource allocation to ensure timely and successful execution of complex, high-impact airport projects. Promotes cross-functional coordination and communication across internal departments and external stakeholders. Knowledge of: Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices, methods, and techniques of civil engineering, building design, utilities, engineering, and construction Knowledge, understanding, and experience in the professional practice of Architecture and Engineering include. AIA contracts, building codes, construction documents, specification writing, construction administration, quality control processes, and project closeout. Knowledge and understanding of Building Information Modeling is preferred; AutoCAD is required. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Knowledge of Federal Aviation Administration Advisory Circulars, Engineering Briefs, and Federal Aviation Regulations as they pertain to airfields and airport facilities. Knowledge of Transportation Security Administration security regulations and requirements. Knowledge of modern engineering methods and techniques as applied to the construction and maintenance of public works and utilities. Prefer knowledge of Airport facilities and environment. Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations as they pertain to Airport issues. Principles and best practices of team leadership, performance management, and employee development in a high-stakes, deadline-driven environment. Organizational behavior, change management frameworks, and techniques for motivating staff during periods of high operational demand or uncertainty. Techniques for setting measurable performance goals, evaluating staff competencies, and aligning individual capabilities with organizational objectives. Conflict resolution strategies and workplace communication techniques to maintain a collaborative and productive team environment. Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Engineering, Management, and Strategy/Planning Industries Airlines and Aviation Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Charlotte Douglas International Airport by 2x Inferred from the description for this job Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Paid maternity leave Tuition assistance Pension plan Paid paternity leave Get notified about new Engineering Manager jobs in Charlotte, NC . 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