Metropolitan Washington Airports AuthorityVerified Source

Design Architect Engineer Supervisor

133K–193K
Onsite · Washington, District of Columbia
Posted August 12, 2026
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Overview

Leading design and construction oversight for large capital projects across multiple airports. Managing teams and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely and high-quality outcomes.

What You'll Do11

  • 1Supervise project managers and administrators to execute CCP COMIP CIP and R&R projects ensuring quality schedule and budget goals
  • 2Allocate resources to meet design and construction objectives while minimizing change orders
  • 3Engage departmental partners airlines tenants and employees to develop scope of work and guide design construction phases
  • 4Coordinate operational impacts to reduce disruptions during project execution
  • 5Support construction managers overseeing financial and schedule status through regular presentations to upper management
  • 6Manage special projects studies and designs to improve airport systems and serve as technical representative for contracts
  • 7Act as secondary manager for the Design Department and point of contact for auditors and officials
  • 8Apply knowledge of FAR regulations and public contracting practices to supervise design management staff
  • 9Perform complex data analysis and provide recommendations on design issues
  • 10Utilize architecture and engineering software for project management tasks
  • 11Maintain licensure and comply with applicable laws and regulations including ADA and TSA requirements

Requirements8

  • 18 years of progressive design management experience with a bachelor's degree in Architecture Civil Engineering or related field
  • 2Master's degree may substitute for 2 years of experience
  • 3Proficiency in public contracting regulations such as FAR
  • 4Experience managing large public sector projects as a project engineer or design project manager
  • 5Formal training in public contracting policies and procedures
  • 6Valid state driver's license and professional licensure as architect or PE
  • 7Ability to operate vehicles both landside and airside with required permits
  • 8Experience working in diverse environments including night shifts weekends and adverse weather conditions

Salary Insight

$133 - $193k per year

Location

Typeonsite
LocationWashington, District of Columbia

Required Skills

ArchitectureCivil EngineeringStructural EngineeringDesign ManagementProject ManagementPublic Contracting RegulationsSupervisory PrinciplesQA/QCADA ComplianceBuilding CodesTSA RequirementsData AnalysisCommunicationComputer and Office Suite SoftwareArchitecture/Engineering Project Management SoftwareProfessional LicensureDriver's License
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