Project Manager - Aviation / Transportation

Description

• Negotiates contracts with clients along with developing scope, fees and schedule.
• Assists Design and Office Managers as requested and defined.
• Reviews drawings and documents to assure compliance with company’s and client’s design and production standards as well as compliance with QA/QC procedures.
• Oversees, and self performs when required, preparation of rt studies and regulatory approvals and es, use of computer assisted engineering and design software d equipment to prepare engineering and design documents.
• Attends client and public meetings (days, evening or nights).
• Coordinates work with the clients as well as both internal and external team members.
• Keeps Design Manager and Project Principal updated regularly on project status.
• Overall responsible person for the technical accuracy and competency of the project.
• May serve as onsite project representative and/or provide construction observation duties in the field.
• Provides constructability reviews and value engineering reviews.
• Analyzes and interprets engineering and construction documents, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
• Oversee the design and creation of various airfield construction plans in alignment with client requirements, guidance, and IEI standards.
• Assists in review of the contracts to safeguard firm’s exposure against risks associated with scope, fees and schedule along with contract language which allocates unreasonable and uninsurable liability to the firm.
• Visits construction site to monitor progress and other duties per the contract documents.
• Responsible for signing and sealing assigned projects as well as other project reports and documents prepared under direct supervision.
• Oversees, and self performs when required, preparation of design computations, plans, related construction documents, and preparation of quality and cost estimates.
• Safeguards firm’s risks by securing executed contracts, Notice to Proceed and Subconsultant Agreements prior to inception of project services.
• Schedules project progress meetings, as deemed necessary, with all disciplines and personnel to monitor project progress keep all participants updated on overall project progress.
• Maintaining solid knowledge of engineering principles and ensuring all projects are completed with DOT and FAA standards.
• Provide technical expertise in airfield design, pavement design, airfield lighting design, erosion and sedimentation control, and stormwater management.
• Monitors project delivery in relation to the contracted scope and fees. Promptly identifies scope creeps and works diligently with client in either securing additional compensation or limits efforts to contracted scope of work while ensuring client is aware of limits of negotiated scope.
• Ensures that projects, documents and files are organized that allow efficient access to information required by other team members.
• Coordinates with the Design Group Manager and all disciplines (internal and external) involved in project delivery to ensure that the project team understands their scope, schedules, and budgets,

Requirements

• A valid driver's license is required, and a clean driving record is preferred.
• A minimum of 11 years of Project Management experience; and at least 8 years of aviation and/or transportation experience.
• A minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an accredited four‐year college or university or approved equivalent.
• Other licensure or registration (must require Continuing Education to remain active) may be considered in lieu.
• Active licensed Professional Engineer or Structural Engineer required. Additional registrations and accreditations (i.e. LEED AP, Certified Floodplain Manager, PTOE etc.) are desired.
• Understands clients’ project delivery goals and proactively identifying issues and obstacles which may compromise or influence achievement of such goals.

Benefits

• Flexible Work Schedule
• Paid Holidays
• 401K Program with Employer Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• An opportunity to learn and grow - Professional Development Program
• Short and Long-term Disability Program
• You are welcome to be your authentic self
• Employee Appreciation Program
• Highly competitive salary; and Bonus opportunities
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Personal Paid Leave (Paid Time-Off)
• Life Insurance
• Employee Referral Program
• Profit Sharing
• Opportunity to share ideas and express your point of view

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance