Aviation/Airport Client Service Manager
Aviation/Airport Client Service Manager
About the Opportunity
Looking to take the lead on high-impact aviation projects without getting lost in the corporate shuffle? Here's your chance to step into a key leadership role where you’ll manage some of the region’s most exciting airfield improvements—while building lasting client relationships and mentoring the next generation of engineers.
We're partnering with a top-tier civil engineering team searching for an Aviation/Airport Client Service Manager who’s passionate about delivering creative, high-quality solutions to airports, municipalities, and government agencies. This is a rare opportunity to blend hands-on project management with strategic business development—without sacrificing work-life balance.
What You’ll Do
In this role, you'll wear two hats: trusted advisor to aviation clients and technical lead on complex airfield projects. Responsibilities include:
- Owning client relationships and leading business development efforts (from proposals to interviews to goal setting).
- Partnering with internal marketing, technical teams, and leadership to grow the aviation portfolio.
- Leading the design and management of airfield improvement projects, such as:
- New runway/taxiway layouts.
- Paving expansions and lighting systems.
- Hangar design, fencing, and airfield drainage (culverts, storm drains, detention systems).
- Overseeing production of full airport design plan sets (grading, drainage, markings, NAVAIDS, lighting, etc.).
- Providing engineering fee estimates and managing schedules to keep projects on track.
- Reviewing and sealing work while guiding junior engineers and technical staff.
- Ensuring projects meet high-quality standards, safety regulations, and government design criteria.
- Traveling as needed to support clients and projects across Oklahoma.
What You Bring
- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
- Professional Engineering (P.E.) license in Oklahoma (or ability to secure within 4 months).
- 10+ years of aviation engineering experience, including project management.
- Strong background managing aviation clients (municipalities and government agencies).
- Proven business development success and experience mentoring others in client growth.
- Expertise producing and delivering airport construction drawings and specifications.
- Solid working knowledge of MS Office (Teams, Word, Excel), Newforma, and Bluebeam.
- Excellent communication skills with a collaborative, team-first approach.
Bonus Points If You Have:
- Experience preparing proposals and leading interviews.
- Confident presentation skills.
- Leadership on multi-disciplinary airport improvement projects.
- Construction administration experience on public infrastructure projects.
- Aviation or transportation project delivery experience in Oklahoma.
- Hands-on experience managing subconsultants (survey, Geotech, etc.).
Why Join This Team?
- Skip the time sheets and business development burnout.
- Focus on delivering the best projects to premier aviation clients.
- Shape the future of airports and airfields across Oklahoma.
- Grow your career within a supportive, people-first team that values your leadership.
- Take pride in projects that make a visible impact on communities.
Compensation & Benefits
This full-time role offers a robust compensation package, including:
- Competitive salary with bonus
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Profit Sharing.
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
- Life Insurance coverage.
- Paid time off, sick leave, personal days, and holidays.