2024 Airport Business Top 40 Under 40: Kevin Spitz, P.E, C.M.
Kevin Spitz, P.E, C.M.
Chicago Aviation Department Manager
Mead & Hunt
Age 38
Kevin Spitz, P.E., C.M., is the Chicago Aviation Department Manager at Mead & Hunt, where he demonstrates outstanding client service, technical expertise, and dedication to industry advancement. Since joining Mead & Hunt in 2021, Spitz has expanded the Chicago office from four to over 30 employees, supporting major aviation projects in Spokane, Grand Forks, and across Illinois. His expertise in airport pavements, drainage utilities, and lighting systems has made him a trusted project manager, engineer of record, and resident construction engineer. As the lead for the Illinois Department of Transportation’s Aeronautics Staff Augmentation contract, Spitz provides proactive client interactions and detailed project oversight, ensuring quality and timely delivery.
"Every day I wake up excited about the new set of challenges I will face," he said. "As an airport consultant, I have the chance to solve problems and see actionable results that have a profound impact on the communities these airports reside in. Seeing those positive changes motivates me to succeed."
Beyond his professional role, Spitz is committed to educating future engineers. He reintroduced the aviation curriculum at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, teaching the Airport Design course to both graduate and undergraduate students. His passion for mentorship is further exemplified through his creation of the E-Squared program, which connects practicing engineers with students statewide to inspire interest in engineering careers.
Spitz’s contributions to the industry extend to his involvement in the Airport Consultants Council (ACC), American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) of Illinois, and American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE). As chair of the ACC Advocacy Committee and the ACEC Students Engaged in Engineering Committee, he actively promotes professional development and industry advocacy. His leadership, mentorship, and commitment to advancing aviation engineering make Spitz a remarkable asset to the industry and a deserving candidate for the Airport Business Top 40 Under 40 award.
