Project Executive - Aviation

Swinerton

The Role

Overview

Manage all aspects of aviation construction projects, ensuring profit, schedule, and quality.

Key Responsibilities

  • project mobilization
  • cost control
  • scheduling
  • contract review
  • client contact
  • profit monitoring

Tasks

-Facilitate job turnover process from estimating to project team – sign off on budget & fee. -Lead and supervise project mobilization and job set up. Ensure that project is properly staffed and that they have all the tools and resources needed. -Supervise the activities of project team to ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards and quality standards. -Maintain a positive cash flow and ensure timely progress payments. -Ensure each project team member’s compliance with their job descriptions and responsibilities and conduct formal employee performance evaluations for assigned staff. -Lead project planning, including conducting job start meetings and planning sessions. -Assist Division Manager in other non-operating functions as required. -Make periodic job visits and reviews and report accurate status to Operations Manager. Enforce “Special Risk Alert Policy.” -Maintain continued client contact on current projects. -Work with Business Development to develop new or renewed client relationships. -Review contract terms and conditions and assist Operations Manager in contract negotiations. Ensure that “recap of contract highlights” has been prepared. -Supervise subcontract bidding and negotiations complying with Division procedures. Approve all subcontracts and major material purchase orders. -Monitor and manage bottom line profit of assigned projects. -Ensure timely and accurate management reports, including “Jobs in Progress.” -Review and approve all estimates and schedules prepared for assigned negotiated projects and hard bid jobs. -Ensure timely job closeout and closed job reports. -Ensure that scheduling procedures are followed – baseline schedule, monthly updates, three week rolling schedule. -Recruit, train, mentor and oversee supervision of qualified construction personnel. -Attend proposal presentations and assist in preparation of presentation materials (schedule, budgets, charts and graphs.) -Ensure that cost control is set up and maintained in accordance with company standards.

Requirements

  • drafting
  • construction management
  • project management
  • problem solving
  • engineering degree
  • leadership

What You Bring

-Drafting and computer skills -Organizational and communication skills -Field construction management experience (10 years, including supervisory skills) -Thorough understanding of all project management control systems (scheduling, cost control, procurement, and estimating) -Problem-solving ability and strong sense of urgency -Engineering, Construction Management, or Architectural degree, or equivalent experience -Leadership ability -Able to perform all essential Senior Project Manager responsibilities -Fundamental knowledge of contract law and project accounting

The Company

About Swinerton

-Tackles projects ranging from high-rise buildings to energy facilities with a diverse portfolio. -Known for adaptability in delivering both traditional and cutting-edge projects. -Operates across multiple sectors, including residential, commercial, energy, and industrial developments. -Combines technical knowledge with a focus on quality and value in every project. -Recognized for expertise in large-scale infrastructure, such as bridges, airports, and transport hubs. -Achievements include iconic skyscrapers and sustainable energy projects.

Sector Specialisms

Healthcare

Life Sciences

Affordable Housing

Aviation

Parking Structures

Industrial

Energy

Mass Timber Construction

Renewable Energy