Ardurra is seeking an experienced Area Director/Senior Project Manager to join our thriving Aviation Group and lead our operations in the Washington, North Idaho and Montana markets. The preferred location for this position is Spokane, Washington; however, any home base location within the Area (Washington, Idaho, Montana) is acceptable – apply and let’s talk about it!
*Aviation engineering experience required*
Position Summary:
Ardurra is looking for an Area Director to lead and grow our thriving aviation practice in the Northwest. In this key role, you will be responsible for leading a team of professionals to serve our clients in Eastern Washington and North Idaho, while working to expand our business within our existing footprint and into Western Washington and Montana. We have a strong team in place – we need leadership to take it to the next level! In addition to leadership of the group in this area, you will oversee projects and service to key clients. .
This position comes with a lot of responsibility from the start, but also has significant potential for growth in the Northwest and nationally. Ardurra is working to grow a national practice from our strong Northwest base and you can be a part of that.
This position includes a generous compensation package with the possibility of stock ownership, depending on your qualifications.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in civil engineering or a related field
- PE License required in respective region
- 12 years minimum experience in the airport design and/or construction field, either in private industry or government service
- Demonstrated leadership ability and strategic thinking skills
- Airport design and project management experience a must
- Strong knowledge of FAA advisory circulars related to airport design and the FAA grant process
- Aviation engineering and construction administration experience required
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to lead and mentor existing staff and develop new staff
- Strong business development skills and motivation
- Self-motivated, team-oriented individual with the ability to work on challenging projects in a team environment
Key Responsibilities
- Leadership
- Project management
- Marketing
- Client development
- Staff supervision and mentoring
- Quality control of project design and contract documents
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Ability to navigate various locations and settings of the company
- Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to safely operate a vehicle
- Ability to travel for site visits, client meetings, etc.
Salary Range
$140,000 to $180,000 (DOE)
Why Ardurra?
While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers. We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding but also fun. We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program. We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are: valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home.
Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.
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