Senior Civil Engineer (Airfield)

Parsons Corporation

Parsons are seeking an experienced Senior Civil Engineer (Airfield) to lead construction supervision and field engineering activities on a major airfield infrastructure project. This role requires a strong civil engineering background with specialized experience in apron, taxiway, and runway construction, including pavements, subgrade, drainage systems, and utilities.

What You ll Be Doing:

• Lead inspection and supervision of airfield infrastructure works including rigid and flexible pavements, subgrade preparation, base courses, and surface finishes for aprons, taxiways, and runways.
• Verify construction methods, materials, and workmanship comply with approved drawings, specifications, and international airfield standards (ICAO / FAA).
• Identify, document, and track non-conformances, coordinating corrective actions with contractors and project teams.
• Review civil design drawings, specifications, and calculations related to aprons, taxiways, and runway pavements.
• Evaluate contractor shop drawings, temporary works, and construction methods for compliance with design intent and project standards.
• Provide technical comments, approvals, and recommendations to ensure constructability and adherence to engineering best practices.
• Provide on-site civil engineering support during construction of airfield pavements, service roads, and associated infrastructure.
• Interpret civil and airfield drawings, resolve field issues, and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure proper interfaces with lighting, utilities, and drainage systems.
• Support testing, commissioning, and functional verification of constructed pavements.
• Coordinate daily with contractors, subcontractors, and consultants to align airfield infrastructure works with the overall project schedule.
• Participate in site meetings, progress reviews, and technical coordination sessions.
• Ensure clear communication of construction progress, technical requirements, and safety standards across teams.
• Ensure strict adherence to HSE requirements for airfield construction activities.
• Identify hazards related to heavy equipment, concrete works, and operational constraints in restricted airside zones.
• Support implementation of safety and environmental management plans in line with airport safety management systems (SMS).
• Maintain accurate inspection records, test results, as-built information, and punch lists.
• Prepare daily and weekly progress reports, highlighting construction status, challenges, and resolutions.
• Review and approve civil method statements, inspection test plans (ITPs), material submittals, and technical queries.
• Oversee construction and testing of rigid and flexible pavements, including batching, placement, curing, jointing, and asphalt works.
• Review laboratory and field test results such as compaction, concrete strength, and pavement thickness verification.
• Ensure constructed pavements meet aircraft loading requirements, design life criteria, and operational standards.
• Ensure civil works comply with ICAO Annex 14, FAA standards, airport authority specifications, and local regulations.
• Support audits and inspections by airport authorities and regulatory agencies.
• Verify contractor compliance with approved designs, safety rules, and quality procedures.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior civil engineers and inspectors.
• Promote consistent application of engineering, quality, and safety standards across airfield infrastructure works.
• Foster a collaborative, quality-driven team environment.