Senior Aviation Civil Engineer, Project Manager

Michael Baker International

. Lead aviation planning and design projects from concept through construction, managing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and client relationships .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeAnchorage • Alaska • United StatesSenior💰 $120,000 - $187,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in aviation planning and design, project management, and civil engineering, with a focus on delivering high-quality infrastructure projects in Alaska. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, mentor staff, and build strong client relationships while ensuring adherence to engineering best practices.

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Civil EngineeringProject ManagementAviation EngineeringProfessional Engineer (PE) LicenseMicrosoft Office Suite

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Hard Skills

Project PlanningDesign DevelopmentConstruction Cost EstimationTechnical Decision-MakingEngineering Analysis

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationRelationship BuildingMentoringCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

AutoCAD Civil 3DGIS ApplicationsAdobe AcrobatBluebeam

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE) License

Industry Keywords

Aviation ProjectsAirport Design StandardsInfrastructure ProjectsRemote Alaska EngineeringMultidisciplinary Teams

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead aviation planning and design projects from concept through construction, managing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and client relationships
Manage airport planning, engineering, and civil infrastructure projects throughout Alaska
Lead projects from planning and preliminary design through final design and construction documents
Coordinate multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality projects on schedule and within budget
Support construction activities and project implementation
Provide technical leadership and practical solutions for complex aviation engineering challenges
Lead engineering analyses, design development, modeling, and technical decision-making
Serve as a technical resource for aviation projects in Alaska and nationwide
Provide guidance on airport design standards and engineering best practices
Support key aviation pursuits and projects
Develop engineering talent and foster a collaborative, high-performing culture
Lead multidisciplinary project teams
Mentor and develop engineering and technical staff
Promote quality, technical excellence, innovation, and knowledge sharing
Help strengthen and expand Michael Baker’s aviation presence in Alaska
Build and maintain strong client relationships
Identify and pursue new project opportunities
Support proposals, interviews, and strategic pursuits
Expand Michael Baker’s presence within Alaska’s aviation community

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Civil Engineering or related field
Professional Engineer (PE) license in Alaska, or an out of state license and ability to obtain an Alaska PE in six months
10+ years of civil engineering and project management experience, including plans, specifications, and construction cost estimates
5+ years of experience leading technical teams and mentoring staff
Aviation engineering and airport project experience preferred
Experience delivering infrastructure projects in remote or rural Alaska
Strong communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills
Experience collaborating with clients, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary teams
Experience supporting business development and proposals
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and Bluebeam
Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D and GIS applications is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision insurance
401K Retirement Plan
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability
Professional and personal development
Generous paid time off
Commuter and wellness benefits
Flexibility that supports work-life balance