Aviation Civil Engineer – Project Manager

Michael Baker International

Aviation Civil Engineer/Project Manager at Michael Baker International. Leading design teams and managing airport infrastructure projects in Columbia, South Carolina.

Posted 6/9/2026full-timeColumbia • South Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $96,000 - $151,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the design and delivery of aviation infrastructure projects including runways, taxiways, aprons, airfield pavements, utilities, and support facilities
Serve as engineer of record for aviation civil projects.
Review plans, specifications, and submittals for technical accuracy and constructability
Coordinate with clients and prepare state and federal grant applications
Develop and manage project scopes, schedules, and budgets through design phases
Participate in client, consultant, and construction meetings
Lead coordination between design, engineering, and construction teams
Prepare project documentation including meeting minutes, progress reports, and closeout materials

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field
7+ years of experience preferably supporting aviation or airport infrastructure projects
PE registration required
Knowledge of airfield pavement systems, civil site design, and construction means and methods
Understanding of project management principles and construction coordination
Excellent communication and leadership skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

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

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Hard Skills & Tools

civil engineeringairfield pavement systemscivil site designconstruction means and methodsproject management principlesproject scopesschedulesbudgets

Soft Skills

communication skillsleadership skills

Certifications

PE registration