Experienced Aviation Planner

Mead & Hunt is looking for a talented, collaborative, and innovative problem-solver who wants to build a dynamic career in aviation planning with a nationally recognized company. This position will lead aviation planning projects in Mead & Hunt's nationwide Aviation planning practice. This exciting opportunity allows for professional growth and leadership through challenging and rewarding projects for a variety of aviation related clients and services.

Responsibilities include:

• Leading complex projects and teams
• Managing client and team relationships
• Seeking marketing opportunities to attract clients and obtain work
• Administering contracts and profitability of assigned projects
• Preparing airport planning documents and technical studies
• Facilitating client, stakeholder and public meetings
• Coordinating with the Federal Aviation Administration and other government agencies

Travel will be required. A valid driver's license is required.

The successful candidate will have all the following:

• A bachelor's degree (or higher) in aviation planning, environmental planning, sustainability planning, transportation planning, urban planning, or a related field from an accredited college or university

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• A minimum of ten (10) years of experience

The ideal candidate will have experience with any/all of the following:

• Planning experience at airports of multiple market sizes, including medium and large markets
• Serving as a project manager for complex projects, including preparing and monitoring budgets, including overall responsibility for the profitability of assigned projects.
• Performing lead functions with client contacts and communications pertaining to specific projects
• Leading research, analysis, and creation of aviation planning documents such as: master plans, terminal area plans, aviation system plans, strategic plans, economic impact studies, Part 150 noise compatibility studies, aviation sustainability plans, and/or environmental assessments
• Technical expertise in airfield/airside, landside, or terminal planning and programming
• Leading business development pursuits and project interviews
• Simulation modeling for aircraft operations, airfield vehicle movements, and/or airline passengers
• Mentorship/leadership of project teams and junior planning staff
• Managing client and public communications
• In-depth knowledge of FAA guidance and regulations
• Experience working with clients and project stakeholders
• Active industry involvement
• AICP, AIA, AAAE, CM, PE or other relevant certification

If you have strong communication and organizational skills, are self-motivated, and can work well both independently and as part of a team, complete the online application process for this job posting at www.meadhunt.com/careers.

Mead & Hunt proudly offers medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, paid sick leave, parental leave, a 401K plan with a generous company match, life and disability insurance, and an employee assistance program.

Mead & Hunt will not sponsor a visa (H-1B, etc.) for this position.

Salary Range: $117,000 - $156,000 annually; actual compensation may vary due to other factors such as: experience, skill set, or location.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

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