Civil Project Manager, Aviation & Municipal

Bollig Engineering is a growing civil engineering firm with offices in Minnesota, South Dakota and North Dakota. We are passionate about rural communities and delivering high-quality, value-driven engineering solutions. We are currently seeking a Civil Project Manager, Aviation & Municipal to join the team on municipal infrastructure and aviation projects across Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota, serving as an integral part of a team-centered environment and sharing our passion for developing rural communities.  This position is ideally based in our Willmar, Minnesota, or Fargo, North Dakota office, but there is some flexibility on location for the right candidate.

This role suits a seasoned project manager, but it can also be well-suited to an emerging professional with limited formal project management and/or technical experience. A candidate who possesses an exceptional drive to learn, a self-starting attitude, and a strong desire to develop under mentorship can succeed.

Civil Project Manager, Aviation & Municipal – Job Responsibilities

• Help lead aviation project management and airport improvement projects from initial planning through design, funding, construction and project completion

• Build and maintain trusted client relationships while collaborating with the Bollig team to understand client goals, address project needs and deliver a positive project experience

• Coordinate aviation project schedules, budgets, deliverables and communication to keep projects organized and moving forward

• Support airport planning initiatives, including airport master plans, airport layout plans and airport capital improvement plans

• Assist clients with airport funding, grant administration, permitting and regulatory coordination for aviation infrastructure projects

• Participate in client meetings, airport site visits, design reviews, construction discussions and stakeholder coordination meetings

• Coordinate and communicate with airport sponsors, airport managers, agency representatives, consultants, Bollig staff and other project stakeholders

• Help prepare proposals, statements of qualifications and presentations for airport commissions and boards, city councils, residents and community stakeholders

• Collaborate with Bollig’s municipal services team on client and project management, information gathering, data analysis, reporting and community needs assessments

• Represent Bollig professionally as a Civil Project Manager while supporting our commitment to teamwork, strong relationships, continuous improvement and neighbors serving neighbors

• Support additional aviation project management, civil engineering and municipal infrastructure projects as needed

Civil Project Manager, Aviation & Municipal – Qualifications Desired

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, project management, construction management, aviation management or a related field preferred

• Relevant professional experience may be considered in place of a directly related degree

• Experience with project coordination practices, including schedules, budgets, consultant coordination, deliverables and client communication

• Ability to build trusted relationships and provide a positive project experience for clients and stakeholders

• Strong written, verbal, analytical and interpersonal communication skills

• Self-motivated, coachable and adaptable, with a willingness to ask questions, accept feedback and continue learning

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments, stay organized and meet deadlines in a professional services environment

• Collaborative, team-centered approach to problem-solving and project delivery

• Proficiency with standard business software and familiarity with project management tools

• Ability and willingness to learn company and industry software, including programs such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, Bluebeam Revu and Microsoft Project

• Interest in aviation infrastructure and the unique needs of rural airports and small communities

• Strong attention to detail, professional judgment and a commitment to continuous improvement

What You’ll Love About Bollig

• Work on meaningful airport and civil improvement projects that strengthen rural communities

• Gain experience across the full project lifecycle, including planning, funding, design, and construction

• Join a collaborative team that values mentorship, professional development and shared success

• Build lasting relationships with airport managers, community leaders, agency partners and project stakeholders

• Experience a culture centered on neighbors serving neighbors, teamwork, relationships and continuous improvement

• Receive competitive compensation, benefits and a commitment to work-life balance

• Explore opportunities to contribute to both aviation and municipal infrastructure projects for small communities

Location: Willmar or Fargo

• This Civil Project Manager position is best suited to be based out of our Willmar, Minnesota, or Fargo, North Dakota, offices, but there is some flexibility on location for the right candidate. Bollig Engineering also has offices in Sartell, Minnesota, Two Harbors, Minnesota, and Sioux Falls, South Dakota, as well as many remote staff.
• Travel to airport project sites, client meetings, and community meetings may be required as needed.

Salary Range

• $65,000-$85,000 depending on qualifications