DoD SkillBridge Internship - Engineer Project Manager, Aviation and Airfield Design

Woolpert

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • Training
  • Full-time
  • 24 days ago
OverviewTransitioning from military service and ready for your next mission? Woolpert is proud to support the DoD SkillBridge program and is seeking an Engineer Project Manager Intern to join our dynamic Aviation team in Utah! This SkillBridge opportunity offers a hybrid schedule from our Salt Lake City or St. George offices, providing hands-on experience and mentorship as you prepare for your civilian career.The Project Manager is responsible for leading and managing the design, planning, and execution of aviation and airfield projects. This role involves overseeing the preparation of technical documents, coordinating with key stakeholders such as the FAA and project sponsors, and ensuring projects are completed within scope, schedule, and budget. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil engineering, project management, and experience with FFA regulations.We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must already possess work authorization in the country the job is located.ResponsibilitiesProject Leadership & Management:Lead the development of construction plans, contract documents, and technical reports. Define project scopes, prepare fee proposals, manage budgets, and coordinate resources to ensure timely, on-budget project delivery. Oversee project schedules and deliver monthly invoicing and detailed Project Status Reports (PSRs) to clients.Stakeholder Coordination & Communication:Serve as the main point of contact for sponsors, the FAA, and other key stakeholders. Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas and schedules, and document outcomes to ensure alignment and progress throughout the project lifecycle.Documentation & Compliance:Review client-provided documents, including as-builts and design reports, and coordinate subconsultants for surveys, geotechnical investigations, and other technical requirements. Ensure all projects comply with federal, state, and local grant application processes, as well as environmental regulations.Bidding & Construction Support:Manage the bidding process by organizing pre-bid meetings, preparing addenda, and reviewing bid proposals. Oversee change orders, conduct site visits during construction, and ensure quality standards are met.Project Close-Out:Review and approve final engineering drawings, summarize project costs, and conduct final inspections with the FAA and sponsors to ensure successful project completion.Client & Team Management:Lead cross-functional teams through all phases of project development. Build and maintain client relationships by identifying growth opportunities during the proposal and RFP/RFQ process. Collaborate with management on client satisfaction, risk management, and financial performance, while providing mentorship and guidance to team members.Qualifications
  • Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering
  • 10-15+ years of relevant industry experience
  • Professional Engineer License
  • Project Management experience managing Aviation projects
  • Expert in Microsoft Office suite
  • Strong project management and organizational skills
  • Must be able to travel to meet the needs and demands of the project
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to develop and manage cross-functional relationships
Why Woolpert?Woolpert is looking for supportive, goal-oriented, and career-minded individuals who are, or are looking to become, industry leaders in their fields. We blend design excellence with innovative technology and geospatial applications to deliver exceptional value to our clients. When you join us, you'll join a team of experts who are passionate about their work and dedicated to building the next generation of industry leaders. Woolpert embraces progress and innovation, creating limitless opportunities for your career growth.Our vision:Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesTo all agencies: Please, no phone calls or emails to any employee of Woolpert or any of our subsidiaries about this requisition. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee at Woolpert via-email, the internet or in any form and/or method will be deemed the sole property of Woolpert, unless such search firms/employment agencies were engaged by Woolpert's Talent Acquisition Team for this requisition and a valid agreement is in place. In the event a candidate who was submitted outside of Woolpert's applicant process is hired, no fee or payment of any kind will be paid.Posted Salary RangeUSD $106,400.00 - USD $177,400.00 /Yr.

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