Aviation Project Manager

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson (JMT) is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with over 2,400 professionals nationwide. We specialize in a broad spectrum of multi-disciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services tailored to meet the needs of both public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. Ranked #50 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 Design Firms, our company has earned a reputation for delivering innovative and high-quality solutions in complex project environments. Our passionate team strives to bring value to every project through collaboration, continuous improvement, and client-centered approaches. With a culture that embraces employee ownership, JMT fosters an environment where professionals can realize their potential and contribute meaningfully to the industry and community. Currently, JMT is seeking an experienced Aviation Project Manager for our Columbus, Ohio office. This full-time, regular position offers an opportunity to be part of a high-performing team overseeing aviation and related heavy civil transportation projects. The Aviation Project Manager will be responsible for delivering all project objectives, including scope, schedule, and budget management. You will take charge of project management plans, pricing and budget establishment, schedule creation, and quality control specific to aviation projects. Additionally, you will coordinate project scopes, manage subconsultants, and oversee technical resources and staff assignments. The role demands project leadership abilities to guide multidisciplinary teams, along with supporting business development efforts through coordination with Section Heads, Office Managers, and Practice Leaders. The successful candidate will also engage in client presentations, develop extra work order requests, and contribute to contract task proposals. This position requires a seasoned professional with at least 10 years of relevant experience, a Professional Engineer license, and a background in aviation or heavy civil transportation projects. Preferred qualifications include familiarity with FAA or DoD standards, proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, and experience with various project delivery methods such as Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, and P3. The work environment is primarily office-based with occasional fieldwork that may involve exposure to outdoor conditions. JMT provides a supportive, inclusive workplace valuing diversity without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected categories. Located at 4215 Worth Avenue, Suite 230, Columbus, OH, this role offers a chance to contribute to impactful aviation infrastructure projects within a renowned engineering firm that emphasizes excellence, professional growth, and collaboration.

• Bachelor's degree from an ABET accredited engineering program
• Professional Engineer license
• 10+ years experience in specialized discipline (aviation preferred
• heavy civil transportation required)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Ability to manage project schedules, budgets and invoicing
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Capacity to oversee and guide multidiscipline teams
• Experience in client presentations
• Availability to perform occasional field work
• Willingness to develop proposals and coordinate marketing efforts