Join our dynamic, employee-owned team at TKDA, where we combine engineering, design, and planning expertise in the aviation sector. We are currently seeking an Aviation Planning Group Manager who possesses exceptional leadership abilities, a proven track record of nurturing relationships with both potential and existing clients, and a strong commitment to addressing the diverse needs of the aviation community.
As the Aviation Planning Group Manager, you will guide a skilled team in creating comprehensive airport master plans, layout plans, site selection studies, obstruction analyses, activity forecasts, environmental assessments, and land use compatibility studies for a variety of clients including general aviation airports, commercial airports, and airlines across the nation. Your role will encompass driving the growth, vision, and financial success of the Aviation Planning team. You will collaborate closely with the Vice President of Aviation and fellow Group Managers to define annual and strategic business goals, devise and implement marketing strategies, identify business opportunities, and oversee proposal development efforts. Additionally, you will be the face of TKDA at project interviews and actively participate in local and regional conferences.
In this managerial capacity, you will focus on recognizing and fostering the talents of your team members, encouraging them to undertake more independent roles that align with their career aspirations and the strategic objectives of the Aviation team. You will also serve as a Project Manager on planning and multi-disciplinary projects, responsible for assessing project scope, complexity, scheduling, deliverables, budget management, quality control, and contract execution.
This position requires the selected candidate to be within a reasonable commuting distance from our MSP/Bloomington, MN office. A flexible hybrid work arrangement (3 days in-office, 2 days remote) is available.