Intermediate Senior Airport Design Engineer

About Dillon

Dillon Consulting Limited is a proudly Canadian 100% employee-owned professional consulting firm specializing in planning engineering environmental science and management. We partner with clients to deliver thoughtful collaborative and innovative solutions to complex multi-faceted projects that shape infrastructure protect the environment and support thriving communities across Canada.

With more than 1100 professionals across 25 offices nationwide Dillon brings deep technical expertise and a strong culture of collaboration to every project. For over 75 years we have remained committed to delivering high-quality sustainable outcomes for our clients and the communities we serve. Our dedication to excellence has earned us recognition as one of Canadas Best Managed Companies for 19 consecutive years.

Why Choose Us: Where You Can Lead Innovate and Grow as an Employee-Owner

At Dillon being an employee-owner means helping shape the firms future while making a meaningful impact. You will lead complex projects strengthen client relationships and identify opportunities to leverage emerging technologies including digital and AI-enabled solutions. With an owners mindset you will help build agile forward-thinking teams that contribute to Dillons long-term growth.

In addition to a competitive base salary our ownership model links the firms performance to your personal financial growth through annual profit sharing and equity participation.

Your Opportunity: Own the Future of Consulting

Join our multidisciplinary team of professionals and work on impactful projects while delivering a fully integrated and exceptional client experience. As an employee-owner you will have the flexibility to shape your career path whether you choose to pursue a technical or management trajectory. As a trusted employee you will have access to firm-wide performance insights and opportunities to influence our strategic direction through internal initiatives.

This is a new position and can be based at any of our offices throughout Canada. Dillon continues to expand its national Airport service offering prioritizing airside infrastructure planning design rehabilitation and construction support. We partner with municipal regional and northern clients as well as major aviation hubs to deliver innovative and integrated project solutions across Canada.

We offer flexible work hours and hybrid work arrangement options to help balance the competing demands of work and personal life.

Airside Design and Technical Delivery

• Provide technical and expert guidance and manage comprehensive airside civil infrastructure projects throughout the planning design and delivery phases ensuring compliance with applicable aviation standards and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct engineering analysis CAD drafting and support design development utilizing specialized aviation software design tools and CAD platforms for airside and terminal design tasks.
• Assess and evaluate alternative technical solutions to determine feasibility constructability and alignment with airport operational and client needs.
• Prepare review and provide technical input on documentation and project deliverables ensuring consistent quality control and compliance with client and internal standards.
• Coordinate contract administration and construction-phase activities including site support and technical responses during delivery.

Project Management and Client Service

• Lead and manage project coordination and delivery activities including resolving design and engineering issues tracking open items with consultants and coordinating scope schedule technical inputs and resources across internal and external teams to support successful delivery outcomes.
• Collaborate with internal and external multidisciplinary specialists (including environmental science planning and management) to develop integrated holistic project solutions that go beyond standard engineering.
• Act as a primary client interface for assigned projects supporting communication decision-making and issue resolution throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support preparation of project proposals and pursuit activities contributing technical input and delivery strategy.

Innovation & Digital Delivery

• We empower our teams to automate the routine so they can focus on high-value creative problem-solving.
• You will be encouraged to experiment with AI-enabled tools to push the boundaries of traditional design.

Learning & Development

• Commit to self-development ongoing learning and professional development.
• Drive continuous learning and mentor intermediate/junior staff in design and project delivery methodologies developing the next generation of tech-forward leaders.
• Support the professional growth of client staff through coaching and mentorship.
• Contribute to Dillons corporate profile through active participation in professional associations and committees.

Sustainable Business Development

• Proactively seek and cultivate new long-term business opportunities that align with our sustainability goals and drive responsible growth.
• Travel to other Dillon offices or project sites as needed to support collaboration share knowledge and drive growth across the firm.

• Licensed to practice as a Professional Engineer (.) or eligible to register.
• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• 5 years of experience in airport engineering civil design or site development.

Must Haves:

• Proven experience applying Canadian aerodrome standards (TP312 4th and 5th editions).
• Familiarity with a range of airport types including regional municipal and gravel airstrips as well as experience with major aviation hubs.
• Strong analytical and project management capabilities with the ability to manage schedules budget and priorities effectively.
• Experience managing or supporting infrastructure projects through design and construction.
• Strong technical judgment and attention to detail with the ability to work independently.
• Exceptional organizational and coordination capabilities to manage competing priorities across multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.
• Clear and effective communication skills for client engagement and proposal preparation.
• A strong collaborative mindset across disciplines and stakeholders.

Nice to Haves:

• Specialized knowledge of airfield pavement structural design and airside infrastructure as well as ICAO and FAA standards to analyze designs and propose solutions.
• Proficient in engineering design software such as AutoCAD MicroStation AviPLAN SkySafe and AutoTURN.
• Demonstrated success in engaging stakeholders through strong communication skills and facilitating workshops or meetings with large groups.
• Experience with Facility Alteration Permit (FAP) compliance reviews or Contract Administration (CA) is considered an asset.

As an employee-owner you will receive:

• Employee share purchase plan

• • Dillon is 100% employee owned and share ownership is open to all employees.

• A competitive compensation package

• • Comprehensive health benefits
  • Generous retirement savings plan
  • Student loan repayment assistance with matching employer contributions
  • Wellness allowance
  • Generous paid vacation

• Flexible work hours and hybrid working options

• • Dillon values its staff and takes a trust-based approach offering flexible and hybrid work options to support a healthy work-life balance.

• Learning and Development opportunities

• • As a knowledge-based business we use a composite approach to development including coaching to build the how mentoring to share lessons advising to round out perspectives and co-creation of knowledge through internal learning opportunities.

• Focus on Innovation

• • In our culture people are empowered to reflect and question current practices and seek forward-looking solutions to todays problems and tomorrows opportunities.

• Employee and Family Assistance Program

• • A variety of EFAP tools and online resources to support well-being are available to all employees.

• Goodlife Fitness Corporate Membership

• Our employees can take advantage of reduced annual membership fees.

Health & Safety at Dillon

Prospective employees are expected to fully align with Dillons core commitment to Health & Safety. This includes active ongoing engagement with our Health & Safety processes and platform and the active ongoing identification and reporting of health and safety hazards.

Employment Equity Diversity & Inclusion at Dillon

Dillon is committed to employment equity and an inclusive diverse workplace where opportunities are based on skills and abilities. If you require accommodation during the interview process please let us know. We look forward to hearing from you.

Technology enablement and the use of AI at Dillon

Please be advised that Dillon Consulting utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) assisted tools to support parts of our recruitment process to increase efficiency and fairness. While AI supports this process all hiring decisions are made by our human recruiting team. By applying you acknowledge and consent to this use.

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