Aviation Project Manager

A career in transportation is more than bridges, roads, and rail. As we plan, design, and manage projects that move people and goods from Point A to Point B, we create connections that transform our communities. Every airport, road, bridge, port, or transit project is an opportunity to make communities safer, cleaner, and more resilient. Together, we’re making an impact around the world.

If you’re looking for a career that moves, join our team of professionals who are passionate about the future of transportation.

Your Opportunity

At Stantec we are driven to achieve, and we do what is right. Our Transportation group provides our clients with comprehensive planning, engineering, and construction contract administration services for all phases of airport infrastructure projects. We are professionals working together as an integral team, relying on each other’s expertise to create great places and the connections that get people and goods moving worldwide. Please join our team and help us keep communities connected!

Stantec is looking for an experienced Airport Project Manager to join our expanding Aviation team and provide ongoing airfield infrastructure services across Western Canada. The preferred candidate must have an ability to effectively communicate with and lead a variety of technical and managerial professionals experienced in the engineering and planning projects at both commercial service and general aviation airports. You have the capability to act as engineer of record and project manager on various airport projects. We seek dynamic individuals who want to make their community a better place. Exceptional interpersonal communication skills and strong initiative are a must. The ideal candidate will have experience working on variety of airport projects of varying scale and the ability to collaborate across multiple disciplines. Some travel may be required for the role.

Our Airports Team is taking airport design to the next level. From airside roadways, airfield drainage, runway, taxiway, and apron design , we'll take your career to new heights.

Your Key Responsibilities

Forecast and organize project design development and production delivery

Ability to successfully lead/organize a team of multiple disciplines and consultants

Address project issues following protocol and procedure in order to reach the best solution

Manage budget, code and jurisdictional requirements

Onsite assistance in construction observation

Establish and maintain client/owner contractor relationships

Network to build relationships with new clients and return clients

Public speaking and networking

Collaborate closely with Regional Practice Leaders in other Business Lines

Mentor junior staff in project management skills and capabilities

Attend on-site project meeting with clients, as needed

Ability to travel to remote locations may be required as part of this role

Provides support with regards to Business Development tasks related to proposal development and assisting in preparing proposal documentation that will win work for the Airports team

Your Capabilities and Credentials

Bachelor’s or higher Degree in Civil Engineering

Civil P.Eng. License in British Columbia and/or Alberta, or in progress to obtain

7+ years of professional experience in the field of airports civil infrastructure engineering

5+ years of Project Management experience working on airport projects

PMP certification is an asset

Thorough knowledge and application of FAA design standards and specifications, TP 312, and ICAO

MS Office program experience, especially Word and Excel

Scheduling software experience, such as MS Project, Primavera, etc.

Currently has or eligible for federal security clearance

Stantec offers an excellent benefits and compensation package including medical, dental, vision, wellness program, paid vacation and holidays, stock purchase plan and pre-tax health plans. A career in transportation is more than bridges, roads, and rail. As we plan, design, and manage projects that move people and goods from Point A to Point B, we create connections that transform our communities. Every airport, road, bridge, port, or transit project is an opportunity to make communities safer, cleaner, and more resilient. Together, we’re making an impact around the world.

If you’re looking for a career that moves, join our team of professionals who are passionate about the future of transportation.

Locations: Vancouver, BC; Calgary, AB

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other activities, duties, and responsibilities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice

Pay Range:

Locations in Lower Mainland - BC, GTA & Ottawa Ontario-$111,700.00 - $167,600.00 Annually

$118,000.00 - $177,100.00 Annually

Primary Location: Canada | AB | Calgary

Other Locations: Canada | BC | Vancouver

Organization: 1136 Transpt-CA Alberta-Calgary AB

Employee Status: Regular

Business Justification: New Position

Travel: Yes

Schedule: Full time

Job Posting: 10/07/2026 02:07:20

Req ID: 1006666