Airfield Civil Engineer/Project Manager

The Opportunity:

Your Future Starts Here

At RS&H, our associates are guided by innovation, technical excellence, and a commitment to delivering outstanding results—on time, on budget, and to our clients’ full satisfaction. We foster a collaborative and supportive environment that empowers our team members to grow, succeed, and take pride in their work.

We are currently seeking a Civil Engineer / Project Manager to join our expanding Tampa, FL office. This is a dynamic leadership opportunity to work on a wide range of civil and aviation-related infrastructure projects, including local assignments for the Hillsborough County Aviation Authority (HCAA) and large-scale airport initiatives across the country.

Role Summary

As a Civil Engineer / Project Manager, you’ll lead multidisciplinary teams through all phases of planning, design, and delivery of complex projects. You’ll play a key role in business development, project execution, and client relationship management—while also helping to mentor junior staff and contribute to the growth of our Tampa Aviation team.

Key Responsibilities

Plan, design, and manage a variety of aviation and civil infrastructure projects

Oversee stormwater, utility infrastructure, and pavement design and assessments

Manage construction support services, including construction management and inspection

Lead and coordinate large, multi-disciplinary design teams

Prepare engineering plans, specifications, reports, and permit applications

Analyze design alternatives, technical data, cost estimates, and project schedules

Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards

Maintain and grow client relationships with local and national aviation partners

Support business development, including proposal preparation and client presentations

Mentor and develop junior team members to promote technical excellence

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited university

Minimum of 7 years of civil engineering experience, including at least 3 years in civil engineering project design

Florida Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or ability to obtain within 6 months

Demonstrated experience managing aviation or transportation infrastructure projects

Proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office suite

Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills

Ability to travel to client sites throughout the region

Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with City of Tampa (CoT), Hillsborough County, Plant City, FDOT, FAA, and local permitting agencies

Familiarity with civil engineering design, site development, and utility coordination

Advanced proficiency in Civil 3D and related engineering software

Why Join RS&H?

Be part of a nationally respected aviation team that values creativity and collaboration

Work on impactful projects that shape airport infrastructure across the U.S.

Contribute to a culture that promotes professional development, mentorship, and advancement

Enjoy competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package

If this sounds like the role for you and you're ready to join an amazing team, please apply.

Please note: no agency representation or submissions will be recognized for this vacancy. Candidates should apply directly to this role to be considered. It is the responsibility of all third-party recruiting and employment agencies to know and adhere to our recruiting policy.

The Team:

Joining our Aviation team means an opportunity to explore your potential and apply your diverse skills to serve the large and small airports of the aviation industry as a trusted advisor. You can do this in a collaborative and team-oriented environment among other driven professionals. Service areas include airfields, buildings, facility planning, environmental planning, and environmental stewardship & resiliency. Join RS&H to define and master challenges, advance professionally, and build strong and lasting relationships.

The Company:

Employee-owned, RS&H is one of the nation’s leading architecture, engineering, and consulting firms, with associates who work hard every day to create tomorrow together. We offer an exceptional journey from start to future. Our integrated teams translate experience into insight, turn challenges into opportunities, and build relationships that are as strong as the buildings and infrastructure we deliver together. We attribute our success to our unwavering commitment to our core values: integrity, accountability, curiosity, and teamwork.