Airport Engineering Manager – Civil

Salary Range : $80,127-$133,474 Posting Expires : October 6, 2025 General Description and Classification Standards The position : Reports to the Assistant Director of Engineering. Provides civil engineering direction, inter-disciplinary coordination and leadership to the design staff in execution of Department of Aviation projects. Provides support to the Capital Improvement Program through design reviews and coordination with related projects. Manages and organizes resources to accomplish specific task assignments in the areas of planning, project and facility management, design and design management, and construction management. Is a highly experienced professional who routinely exercises project leadership over complex projects, trains other professionals, or serves as a specialized subject matter expert in one or more specific areas. Is expected to have noticeably greater leadership or technical responsibilities than the Senior level. Is NOT a routine promotion and the specific justification for classification must be documented. Supervision Received Works independently and only sees a supervisor occasionally for administrative supervision on assignments given in terms of broad general objectives, limits and organizational priorities. Essential Duties & Responsibilities These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.Applicant may perform other duties as assigned. Review of construction documents and related design tasks prepared by others, including on-call consultants, tenants, and local jurisdictions adjacent to the airport for compliance with engineering principles, department standards, contract requirements, and specifications. Use of review management software required. Developing scopes for design task orders. Provide input and direction for the development of Airfield and General Civil design standards, technical specifications, and details. Coordination with Contracts staff and Dept. of Procurement officials in preparation of bidding documents. Coordination with various managers including Planning Managers, Project Managers, Construction Managers, Asset Managers, Facility Managers, and Design Managers. Coordination with unit members, other Planning & Development units, maintenance, management, tenants, outside consultants, construction contractors, and project stakeholders (departmental divisions, City bureaus, airlines, local jurisdictions, permitting agencies, etc.). Design Management, in coordination with PM staff, when on-call consultants are used for design work or survey. Provide support to the Director of Engineering when requested. Maintain the highest quality of design in H-JAIA construction documents. Manages personnel by maintaining schedules and workloads associated with projects. Performs job performance reviews and provides coaching and mentoring when needed. Reviews tenant projects and performs Engineering review of tenant submittals from air carriers, and various airport tenants on airport property. Reviews shop drawings, requests for information, and submittals with construction management software and various other construction administration activities including site visits. Develops skills for future advancement, maintains a professional and productive work atmosphere, promotes organization growth, generates new ideas for improving services, and maintains knowledge of current engineering practices and requirements. Decision Making The work in this position requires decisions affecting the acceptability and feasibility of construction projects or parts thereof, from initial planning through final design, and then addressing construction issues as they arise. Leadership Provided Has formal supervisory authority over work group (typically at least 4-5 employees) to include discipline, performance management, scheduling, training, etc. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully.It is not an exhaustive list. Broad knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures of civil engineering including knowledge of FAA Advisory Circulars, GDOT Standards, contracting procedures and documents, and all applicable laws, ordinances, policies, standards, and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the job. Proficiency with basic computer and software products. Good writing and communication skills. For example, the ability to assemble information and make written reports and documentation in a concise, clear, and effective manner. Good organizational, management, and technical skills.For example, the ability to make required engineering and statistical calculations and the ability to read, write, and understand construction drawings, specifications, calculations, and tests. Ability to use independent judgment and discretion in the handling of emergency situations. Working knowledge of AutoCAD and civil design software. Knowledge of sustainable certifications such as Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED), Parksmart or Envision. Knowledge of GPS surveying equipment.Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related area. 7 years of progressively responsible design experience covering airfields, roadways, and bridges. Preferred Education and Experience Master’s degree in Civil Engineering. Strong fundamentals of civil engineering, specifically, pavement, utilities, drainage, large-scale hydrology, earthwork, site development, and road design. Thorough familiarity with FAA design circulars. Twenty plus years’ experience with hands-on airport / airfield design. Working knowledge of City of Atlanta contracts / procurement procedures. Ability to handle conflicting project demands and set priorities. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Licensures and Certifications Professional Engineer registration in Georgia required. Valid State Issued Driver’s License required. Essential Capabilities and Work Environment Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job. It is the policy of the City of Atlanta (“COA”) that qualified individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against because of their disabilities regarding job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the COA to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. The COA is prepared to modify or adjust the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of the applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position he or she desires, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Director for your department. The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, ender identity, marital status, veteran’s status or national origin, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.We value and encourage diversity in our workforce. Essential Duties & Responsibilities These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.Applicant may perform other duties as assigned. Review of construction documents and related design tasks prepared by others, including on-call consultants, tenants, and local jurisdictions adjacent to the airport for compliance with engineering principles, department standards, contract requirements, and specifications. Use of review management software required. Developing scopes for design task orders. Provide input and direction for the development of Airfield and General Civil design standards, technical specifications, and details. Coordination with Contracts staff and Dept. of Procurement officials in preparation of bidding documents. Coordination with various managers including Planning Managers, Project Managers, Construction Managers, Asset Managers, Facility Managers, and Design Managers. Coordination with unit members, other Planning & Development units, maintenance, management, tenants, outside consultants, construction contractors, and project stakeholders (departmental divisions, City bureaus, airlines, local jurisdictions, permitting agencies, etc.). Design Management, in coordination with PM staff, when on-call consultants are used for design work or survey. Provide support to the Director of Engineering when requested. Maintain the highest quality of design in H-JAIA construction documents. Manages personnel by maintaining schedules and workloads associated with projects. Performs job performance reviews and provides coaching and mentoring when needed. Reviews tenant projects and performs Engineering review of tenant submittals from air carriers, and various airport tenants on airport property. Reviews shop drawings, requests for information, and submittals with construction management software and various other construction administration activities including site visits. Develops skills for future advancement, maintains a professional and productive work atmosphere, promotes organization growth, generates new ideas for improving services, and maintains knowledge of current engineering practices and requirements. Decision Making The work in this position requires decisions affecting the acceptability and feasibility of construction projects or parts thereof, from initial planning through final design, and then addressing construction issues as they arise. Leadership Provided Has formal supervisory authority over work group (typically at least 4-5 employees) to include discipline, performance management, scheduling, training, etc. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully.It is not an exhaustive list. Broad knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures of civil engineering including knowledge of FAA Advisory Circulars, GDOT Standards, contracting procedures and documents, and all applicable laws, ordinances, policies, standards, and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the job. Proficiency with basic computer and software products. Good writing and communication skills. For example, the ability to assemble information and make written reports and documentation in a concise, clear, and effective manner. Good organizational, management, and technical skills.For example, the ability to make required engineering and statistical calculations and the ability to read, write, and understand construction drawings, specifications, calculations, and tests. Ability to use independent judgment and discretion in the handling of emergency situations. Working knowledge of AutoCAD and civil design software. Knowledge of sustainable certifications such as Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED), Parksmart or Envision. Knowledge of GPS surveying equipment