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Aviation Planner
Kansas City, Missouri
Garver is seeking anAviation Plannerto support our growing Aviation team. This position could be located either in Kansas City Metro or San Antonio, TX. This position will work with Garver's Aviation Planning team and will be responsible for completing technical planning tasks, including Airport Master Plans, Airport Layout Plans, miscellaneous planning studies, and other supporting documents for commercial service and general aviation airports nationwide.
Responsibilities in the role include but are not limited to:
Responsibilities in the role include but are not limited to:
- Production of narrative reports
- Completing analysis related to airport planning/development
- Participation in and directing the production of high-quality exhibits, documents and presentations to communicate the results of the planning study elements
- Providing technical development/support for graphics and Airport Layout Plan (ALP) sets using programs such as AutoCAD, ArcGIS, and Bluebeam.
- Contributing significantly to the overall success of the team and our projects
This is a great opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to a growing team in a supportive, fast paced environment. With over 160 dedicated aviation staff members, Garver's Aviation team offers an opportunity for mentorship, career development, and diverse project exposure.
Requirements
- 1-5 years of experience in airport engineer/planning for commercial service or general aviation airports or similar experience (e.g. pilot experience, airport management/operations).
- Knowledge of FARs, FAA Advisory Circulars, and FAA orders that apply to airport planning and design
- Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), PDF software (Bluebeam, Adobe, etc.), and modeling software such as AutoCAD and GIS that maybe used in airport planning and engineering work.
- Ability to complete detailed analysis related to airport planning/development/engineering
- Work well with others in a team environment
- Prioritize work and meet scheduled deadlines
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ideal candidates skills and qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in aviation management, aeronautical science, planning, engineering, or a related field
- Technical expertise in standard airport planning or engineering procedures and approaches.
- Work independently with minimal supervision
- Ability to learn and adapt quickly to an ever-changing industry.
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Garver offers its employees programs such as company-paid professional memberships, company support for industry licenses and continuing education opportunities that foster a progressive atmosphere. Garver provides the tools, resources, and environment to develop leaders, stimulate ideas, and accomplish projects. By offering highly competitive salary packages, attractive benefits, and a comprehensive wellness program; Garver walks the talk when it comes to work-life balance.
Founded in 1919, Garver is an employee-owned engineering, planning, and environmental services firm focused on aviation, transportation, buildings, federal, water and wastewater services; surveying; advisory services; and construction engineering and inspection. In the top 100 of Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms list, with more than 1,400 employees, Garver provides an exceptional level of client service that reflects our people-first culture, which has achieved Zweig Group Best Firm to Work For Legacy Status. Learn how Garver invests in people and places they call home atGarverUSA.com.
Garver is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Our employment practices are based upon an individual's capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.
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