Senior Aviation Planner

Company Description

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Job Description

AECOM Aviation practice is seeking a seasoned  Senior Aviation Planner to support current project and new projects about to increase our backlog.

Great opportunity for a mid level professional to join a growing and and already well established Aviation practice. Located in New York city with opportunity to work on iconic airport projects,

• Manages complex planning studies, development applications and reviews.
• Reviews and processes complex comprehensive plan amendments, rezoning, annexations, site plans and plats.
• Conducts research and prepares statistical reports on land use, physical, social and economic issues.
• Provides professional planning assistance to member communities on varied land use and transportation projects.
• Develops plans, studies and analyses on regional basis.
• Works in regional program areas relating to natural/water resources planning, community development, hazard mitigation, coastal zone management, and others.
• Performs field inspections to gather data relevant to the development review process and/or to verify that development projects comply with approved plans.
• Conducts meetings and presents reports and other findings to staff with advisory boards and elected officials.
• Under limited supervision, performs advanced and/or complex duties demonstrating full use of economic, financial, marketing, planning, accounting, statistical and/or other management science theory and techniques.  
• Applies sound professional judgment in solving a variety of problems.  
• Has lead responsibility for a designated area or function.  
• Completed work is reviewed for adequacy in meeting objectives.
• Oversee junior staff in the production of aviation planning project documents, scope and fees, reports, graphics, 3D modeling, and materials for community outreach
• Preparing various planning studies, planning support, computer aided drafting (AutoCAD), GIS analyses compiling design data, developing cost estimates, and other assignments as needed to meet the needs of our clients, and with minimal supervision
• Implement and oversee quality assurance processes to ensure quality project deliverables
• Report project status directly to project managers and executive management
• Train and mentor junior airport planning staff in the preparation of Airport Master Plans, Airport Layout Plans, and other airport planning studies
• Participate in business development opportunities as needed

 

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management, Urban Planning, Planning or Environmental Design + 4 years’ experience preparing various components of airport master plans, airport layout plans, terminal planning projects and various studies addressing the need for and timing of airport facilities

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to develop and mentor junior airport planners
• Candidates should have competency with word processing and spreadsheet computer programs such as Microsoft Office
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Master's Degree in Planning, Civil Engineering or Aviation Management.
• Pilot License
• Airport Operations Experience

Additional Information

• All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
• Offered rate of compensation (NYC locations only) will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The salary range for this position is $105,000 - $135,00/ year (exempt).
• AECOM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D and disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, wellness and global well-being, and global EAP, Business Travel and Service.
• Sponsorship is not available for this position
• Relocation is available for this position

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About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

 

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.