Albuquerque Airfield Engineer/Assistant Project Manager at RS&H, Inc. – Albuquerque, New Mexico

RS&H, Inc.
Albuquerque Airfield Engineer/Assistant Project Manager

US-NM-Albuquerque

Job ID: 2026-7728
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Civil & Structural
RS&H

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

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, environmental planning, and environmental stewardship & resiliency. Join RS&H to define and master challenges, advance professionally, and build strong and lasting relationships.

Qualifications

Step Into Leadership | Mentorship & Growth | Employee Ownership

RS&H seeks a rising aviation professional to join our Albuquerque team as an Airfield Engineer/Assistant Project Manager. This is your opportunity to take the next step in your career – leading project teams, developing client relationships, and shaping aviation infrastructure across the Southwest while building toward ownership in a nationally-recognized firm.

Why Albuquerque?

New Mexico's aviation sector offers diverse opportunities across commercial, military, and general aviation. As part of our Albuquerque aviation team, you'll work on meaningful projects that impact communities throughout the Southwest while advancing your technical and leadership skills in a supportive environment.

What You'll Do

Lead Project Delivery

Support project execution from concept through construction – airfield design, pavement, utilities, terminals, and infrastructure

Oversee design teams, manage quality assurance, and track financial performance

Coordinate with airports, airlines, FAA, and stakeholders across the region

Prepare project plans, specifications, and technical reports

Develop Leadership Skills

Mentor junior engineers and foster collaborative team culture

Apply technical expertise to solve complex design challenges

Make independent decisions on aviation design matters

Build confidence leading projects of varying scope and complexity

Grow the Business

Support business development and client relationship management

Contribute to proposals and strategic initiatives

Strengthen client loyalty across New Mexico and the Southwest

Represent RS&H at regional industry events

What We're Looking For

Required

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from ABET-accredited program

5+ years of civil design experience, with 2+ years in aviation

PE license or ability to obtain within 12 months

Strong technical knowledge of aviation design fundamentals

Experience with aviation plans and technical specifications

Proven ability to lead small to moderate-sized projects

Excellent communication, analytical, and documentation skills

Proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office

Ideal Candidate

Track record of successfully leading project teams

Comfortable making independent technical decisions

Experience with FAA standards and airport design guidelines

Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

Collaborative mindset with passion for innovation

Self-motivated and eager to grow into larger leadership roles

Why RS&H

As an employee-owned firm, your contributions directly impact your future. An Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 6 Aviation Design Firm with an eye on employee culture, RS&H offers the stability of a national firm with the flexibility and culture of a collaborative team that rewards initiative, innovation, and provides the support you need to succeed.

We serve airports nationwide as trusted advisors, delivering expertise in airfield design, environmental planning, and resiliency. Our integrated approach and collaborative culture enable you to work on meaningful projects while continuously developing your skills.

What We Offer

Clear path to employee ownership

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

Professional development and technical training

Mentorship from experienced aviation leaders

Diverse project portfolio across the Southwest

Work-life balance in a supportive, collaborative environment

Albuquerque's exceptional quality of life and outdoor recreation

Ready to Elevate Your Career?

If you're an experienced aviation engineer ready to step into a leadership role and grow with an employee-owned firm, firm, take your career to new heights with RS&H.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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