Senior Project Manager (Aviation)
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionEssential Duties & Responsibilities:
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Provide leadership, direction, and management of airport facility project teams to ensure completion on schedule and within or below budget in accordance with contractual obligations
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Develop and manage scopes of work to meet project goals and objectives
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Plan and define program goals; devise and implement methods to accomplish them
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Participate in public meetings and negotiations with regulatory agencies
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Deliver updates and reports to executive management
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Establish and maintain a comprehensive Project Management Plan; ensure deliverables align with scope and program requirements
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Oversee technical, fiscal, and administrative functions of assigned projects
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Manage field responsibilities, including labor relations, procurement, and contractor/consultant payments
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Coordinate with internal teams to ensure alignment with budgets, schedules, and project plans
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Identify risks and implement corrective actions for cost overruns or delays
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Maintain and document timely change orders
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Monitor progress of project activities and report key milestones, risks, and schedule/cost variances
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Conduct regular status meetings and develop actionable next steps
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Perform additional duties as required
Minimum Qualifications:
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Extensive experience in design and construction management/administration of large-scale commercial construction projects, including police and airport facilities
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Strong understanding of construction estimating, project controls, scheduling, cost management, and engineering/construction practices
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Skilled in interpreting contracts, documents, drawings, and specifications
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Experience working with architects, engineers, general contractors, and subcontractors
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Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, document management systems, and Adobe Acrobat Professional
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Demonstrated leadership and management capabilities
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Expertise in coordinating civil, mechanical, electrical, low-voltage, and plumbing systems
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills; deep understanding of industry regulations
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15+ years of experience on facility projects over $80 million ()
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Familiarity with Design/Build (DB) and other alternative project delivery methods ()
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Professional certification or licensure (e.g., PMP, CCM, PE) is
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Flexibility to work various shifts as needed