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How much do aviation construction jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for aviation construction in the United States is $95,168.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $71,000.00 and $115,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is aviation construction?

Aviation construction refers to the specialized field of building and maintaining structures and facilities related to air travel, such as airports, runways, hangars, and control towers. This type of construction requires strict adherence to safety and regulatory standards set by aviation authorities. Professionals in this field work on projects that support the safe and efficient operation of aircraft and passenger services. Aviation construction often involves collaboration with engineers, architects, and government agencies to ensure projects meet both functional and legal requirements.

What is the difference between Aviation Construction vs Aircraft Maintenance?

AspectAviation ConstructionAircraft Maintenance
CertificationsOSHA, OSHA 10/30, relevant construction safety certificationsFAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certification
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, airports under development, outdoor and indoor construction areasAircraft hangars, maintenance facilities, airports, indoor and outdoor
Employer & Industry UsageConstruction companies, airport authorities, aerospace contractorsAirlines, maintenance repair organizations (MROs), aerospace manufacturers

While both roles are essential in the aviation industry, Aviation Construction focuses on building and renovating airport infrastructure and facilities, requiring construction safety certifications. Aircraft Maintenance involves servicing and repairing aircraft, requiring FAA A&P certification. The roles differ in work environment and employer types but are interconnected in supporting airport and aircraft operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in aviation construction?

To thrive in Aviation Construction, you need strong knowledge of construction principles, safety regulations, and aviation industry standards, typically supported by a degree in construction management or civil engineering. Familiarity with project management software, CAD design tools, and certifications like OSHA or PMP is highly valued. Attention to detail, strong communication, and leadership skills help individuals excel when coordinating complex projects and collaborating with diverse teams. These skills ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and in compliance with strict aviation regulations.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in aviation construction projects?

Professionals in aviation construction often face unique challenges such as coordinating with multiple stakeholders, adhering to strict regulatory and safety standards, and managing construction schedules around active airport operations to minimize disruptions. The need for clear communication and meticulous planning is crucial, as projects often involve complex logistics and specialized equipment. Additionally, ensuring compliance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations and navigating security protocols can add layers of complexity to both daily tasks and long-term project management.
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Infographic showing various Aviation Construction job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 98% Full Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% In-person, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $95,168 per year, or $45.8 per hour.

Aviation Construction Manager II

HNTB

Dallas, TX

Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago


HNTB rating

9.2

Company rating: 9.2 out of 10

Based on 22 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

What We're Looking For

At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.
This opportunity entails being responsible for coordination and monitoring of overall field construction administration activities and/or management engineering services on aviation projects at a major international airport of a diverse nature in accordance with design specifications to assure that construction projects are completed in compliance with the drawings and specifications, within budget, and on schedule. Typically responsible for running projects of $100M or greater in construction value and key role in mega project pursuits.

What You'll Do:

  • Responsible for development of the project scope and fee quotation and assists in the preparation of technical proposals and contracts in accordance with HNTB's Sophisticated Contracting Approach (SCA).
  • Coordinates project activities establishes priorities and staff to jobs. Prepares Summary Inspection Report of Daily activities. Monitors contractor progress and compares with the reviewed progress schedule. Resolves technical field issues, and coordinates with Architects and Engineers for timely and accurate responses to requests for information.
  • Oversees project controls, including checking contractors controls and coordinating schedules, reviews constructors schedule.
  • Reviews submittals for conformance to plans and specifications. Develops strategies with the contractor to create submittal packages that conform to schedule requirements.
  • Implements the firm's project delivery plan using HNTB's Sophisticated Delivery Approach (SDA) on each project. Leads the development and the execution of the project management plan. Supervises and mentors team to overall project objectives. Identifies and resolves non-compliant work.
  • Provides interpretation and enforcement of contract plans and specifications. Develops strategies with the contractor to create submittal packages that conform to schedule requirements.
  • Confirms change order requests, develops estimates, negotiates costs, and writes change orders.
  • Provides cost control on projects and quality control within discipline.
  • Partners with Client Service Leaders and pursuit champions to assist with business development, building client relationships and pursuit efforts for mini-mega and mega projects in accordance with HNTB's Sophisticated Sales Approach (SSA). Works with the project team and marketing resources to prepare appropriate proposal and presentation materials. Leads proposal development and interview presentations for strategic, mini-mega, and mega projects to the client as well as general presentations within the industry and community.
  • May be responsible for the recruitment, hiring, development, and retention of construction staff, including development of plan for staff reporting, performance and compensation reviews, and succession.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need:

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or relevant degree and 10 years relevant experience, or
  • In lieu of education, 14 years of relevant experience.

What You'll Bring:

  • Winning, contracting, and successfully delivering 4for4 (on-time, on-budget, quality, client satisfaction) on multi-disciplined projects. Identifying and handling risk and change management with guidance from more experienced staff.
  • Leading a team on mid-sized and/or moderately complex projects inside and outside of HNTB using sub-consultants.
  • Using system tools to manage, monitor, and deliver mid-sized and/or moderately complex projects.
  • Leading with minimal assistance from the Office Management Team in implementing HNTB Sophisticated processes as applicable to the project.
  • Serving as the lead interface with the client on moderately complex projects.
  • Developing successors to work with same client on other work.

What We Prefer:

  • 12 years relevant experience.
  • In lieu of education, 16 years of relevant experience.
  • Professional Engineer (PE), American Institute of Certifiedf Planners (AICP), Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Construction Manager (CCM), or National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Level III.
  • 10 years Facilities Aviation experience.
  • Alternative Delivery experience

Additional Information

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At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.

Industry

Construction

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Kansas City, MO, US

Year founded

1914