Aviation Construction Manager / Inspector (100% Travel Required)
Olsson
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Des Moines, IA · Posted October 9, 2026
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Where Des Moines, IA ranks
Where Des Moines, IA placed in our monthly rankings, month by month. Each month stays online at its own address.
November 2026
- #2Best cities for pay after cost of living in the Midwest$147k · of 20
- #2Best all-round cities for mid-career professionals in the Midwest78 / 100 · of 20
- #2Best all-round cities for remote workers in the Midwest90 / 100 · of 20
- #4Best cities for remote-friendly jobs17% · of 100
- #6Best all-round cities for AI careers in the Midwest66 / 100 · of 20
- #7Best all-round cities for remote workers84 / 100 · of 100
Rankings about operations jobs
- Best cities for operations jobs #1 New York (1,429 openings)
- Best cities for operations pay after cost of living #1 Reston ($177k)
- Most requested AI skills in operations jobs #1 AI tools in daily work (2.5%)
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How AI is used in this kind of work
AI use among inspectors, testers, sorters, samplers, and weighers is little observed so far. Measured exposure for inspectors, testers, sorters, samplers, and weighers: 3% (little observed).
Share of this job’s tasks that AI is already used for at work, from real usage. It is not a forecast of job loss, and a low number means no use seen yet. Source: Anthropic Economic Index.
About the job
Company Description
We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.
We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.
Job Description
Olsson provides construction management, administration, and observation services for aviation projects to assure that work is performed in conformance with project documents. This work will be in support of our airport clients and be focused on mostly work inside the fence in completion of planned capital improvement programs. Our construction services include daily observation / inspection, project documentation, submittal review, design support, shop drawing review, payment application review, payroll review, and oversight for materials testing. We provide technically qualified personnel for our clients’ specific FAA and project requirements.
We are looking for experienced Construction Administration personnel to join our team and support aviation projects across the Midwest. You will apply your diversified knowledge and experience to observe all phases of construction work, procedures, and verify conformance with plans, specifications, and standards. You will aid engineers, and construction managers with observation, inspection, and staking. You may work individually or as part of a larger team based upon project needs.
We have multiple positions available and will consider candidates located out of Kansas City, St Louis, Omaha, Lincoln, Tulsa, Springfield, Des Moines, Oklahoma City, Fayetteville, or Little Rock.
This position includes:
• The use of a company truck for transportation to and from job sites.
• Applicable PPE (personal protective equipment) provided.
• Prescription safety eyewear and work boot reimbursement program.
• Company issued laptop.
• Cell phone reimbursement options.
• Receive fully paid training, opportunity to participate in our mentorship program, and gain hands-on experience by shadowing seasoned professionals.
Qualifications
You are passionate about:
• Working collaboratively with others.
• Having ownership in the work you do.
• Using your talents to positively affect communities.
You bring to the team:
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team.
• Bachelors or Associates degree in engineering, construction, or a related field, preferred.
• Five (5) or more years of construction observation or construction inspection experience on aviation-related projects.
• A good working knowledge of FAA specifications and requirements.
• A valid driver's license with a good driving history.
• The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Ability and willingness to travel as required for the role.
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Additional Information
Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.
As an Olsson employee, you will:
• Receive a competitive 401(k) match
• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.
Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.
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