Civil Project Manager - Air Transportation

Company: Bolton & Menk, Inc
Location: Des Moines
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Bolton & Menk is growing and we have an exciting opportunity for a civil engineering Civil Project Manager - Aviation to join our team in serving our aviation clients! As a Top Workplace, this is a fantastic chance to work with a talented team of professionals and make a lasting impact on the communities we serve. With over 75 years of experience, Bolton & Menk specializes in providing community infrastructure solutions across the Midwest, Southeast, and beyond. In this role, you will be responsible for leading and managing the design and construction management for airport projects including extension and reconstruction of runways, taxiways and aprons; fuel systems; vertical infrastructure including hangars and AD buildings; NAVAIDS; etc. Other duties include management of budget and schedule for assigned airport projects as well as assist with marketing of future clients. In this role you will also serve as a client contact to airport boards and airport clients as assigned. If you don't have any experience in this field, don't worry! We've got you covered. We are committed to providing you with the necessary training to get you up to speed. While civil aviation experience is not mandatory, we do find it particularly beneficial if you have worked on municipal projects, especially those involving roadway and site inspections. This background can be quite helpful and will make the transition smoother. What You Will Be Doing: Responsible for the work of other engineers and technicians; plans and organizes airport project assignments Serve as a client contact to airport boards/commissions and airport clients as assigned Review and/or prepare preliminary reports and feasibility studies Develop, coordinate and review the final design and preparation of plans and specifications Provides technical advice regarding design, construction or modification and repairs to clients, contractors and other staff members Responsible for the management planning, scheduling and performance of multiple engineering projects and personnel, both design and construction Read and interpret engineering plans, specifications and reports Perform effective technical writing and correspondence Perform business development activities (client needs, research, proposals, etc.) Coordinate construction administration and monitor documentation requirements with field staff Apply broad understanding of civil engineering and other fields to reach innovative and interdependent solutions Assists with the training and development of professional and technical staff Develops relationships with regulatory agencies Travel periodically to work sites and other project related location What We Are Looking For: B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Iowa A minimum of four (4) years of progressive experience in the civil engineering field is preferred Experience in plan development and construction contract administration Proven ability to lead the design and preparation of construction documents for projects Project delivery experience working directly with clients preferred Bolton & Menk will currently not be providing visa sponsorship or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment without a need for current or future visa sponsorship. WHY BOLTON & MENK? Bolton & Menk, Inc. specializes in providing community infrastructure solutions. Since 1949, we have been committed to improving quality of life through engineering excellence and client satisfaction. From advocating for our communities to designing their dreams to finding funding; we take pride in our work because we live in these same communities. Today, Bolton & Menk has more than 1,000 employees throughout more than 40 locations in Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota, Wisconsin, Colorado, North Carolina and South Carolina providing services to more than 400 communities and agencies. Learn more about our history here: https://www.bolton-menk.com/about-us/ OUR BENEFITS At Bolton & Menk, we value our people and provide an exceptional Total Compensation and Benefits Package to protect our most valuable asset. We are committed to the well-being of our employees and their families. Perks of being a Bolton & Menk employee include peace of mind with our benefits package and competitive compensation plan, flexible schedules, and career development opportunities. Learn more here: https://www.bolton-menk.com/careers We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Bolton & Menk does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party agencies in response to Bolton & Menk job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Bolton & Menk Talent Acquisition team is required after any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Bolton & Menk Talent Acquisition team. It is our responsibility and privilege to embrace the diversity of people, thoughts, and experiences necessary to develop infrastructure systems that serve all people. Bolton & Menk, Inc., is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer including disability and vets.

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