Program Construction Director - Aviation Infrastructure

Description

• Monitor contractors’ safety performance, incident reports, and corrective actions.
• Lead, mentor, and motivate construction managers, engineers, and site teams to achieve excellence.
• Supervise daily site operations, ensuring adherence to planned activities and proactive issue resolution.
• Review and approve construction methodologies, work plans, and material submissions.
• Champion a culture of safety and enforce compliance with HSE policies across all construction sites.
• Maintain proactive risk registers and ensure mitigation measures are implemented effectively.
• Manage multiple construction contractors and packages, ensuring delivery in accordance with technical specifications and quality standards.
• Ensure all construction works comply with approved designs, specifications, and applicable standards.
• Collaborate with quality management teams to ensure non-conformances are promptly addressed and corrective actions implemented.
• Identify potential schedule risks early and implement mitigation strategies to prevent delays.
• Escalate critical risks or design conflicts promptly to senior leadership for decision-making.
• Ensure construction interfaces are clearly defined, managed, and documented to prevent conflicts or rework.
• Lead the overall construction delivery across terminal buildings, airfield pavements, utilities, and related infrastructure.
• Identify, assess, and manage construction risks impacting schedule, cost, or quality.
• Promote proactive risk identification and hazard mitigation throughout all construction phases.
• Oversee final inspections and ensure all punch list items are addressed before project closeout.
• Ensure that all construction deliverables are completed and documented prior to handover.
• Provide technical guidance and professional development support to team members.
• Develop and implement construction execution strategies, ensuring alignment with project goals and master schedule.
• Oversee inspection and testing processes to verify quality and workmanship.
• Evaluate alternative materials, methods, and sequencing to enhance efficiency and sustainability.
• Review contractors’ detailed work programs and progress reports to validate accuracy and realism.
• Lead technical and operational issue resolution in collaboration with design and engineering teams.
• Encourage innovation and adoption of modern construction technologies to improve productivity and quality.
• Coordinate with project controls teams to track KPIs, progress metrics, and forecast completion dates.
• Promote and implement value engineering initiatives to optimize cost and constructability.
• Participate in safety audits and inspections to ensure consistent adherence to project safety protocols.
• Coordinate with commissioning teams to ensure systems are tested, validated, and operationally ready.
• Facilitate smooth transition of assets to operations and maintenance teams.
• Monitor and control project schedules to ensure milestones are achieved on time and within budget.
• Lead and facilitate interface management workshops to coordinate between various work packages and contractors.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Manage communication and coordination between internal teams, PMCM representatives, and key external stakeholders.
• Collaborate closely with design, commissioning, and ORAT (Operational Readiness and Airport Transfer) teams to ensure smooth handover transitions.
• Conduct lessons learned sessions and contribute to knowledge transfer for future projects.

Requirements

• Strong leadership, planning, and coordination skills with ability to manage diverse project teams.
• Prior experience with airport operational standards, PMCM environments, or government-led infrastructure programs.
• Knowledge of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and digital twin integration for construction monitoring.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or Construction Management (Master’s degree preferred).
• Proficiency with project management and construction software (e.g., Primavera P6, Procore, BIM 360).
• Advanced certifications in Construction Management, Project Controls, or Risk Management.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills for resolving technical and operational challenges.
• Awareness of modular construction, prefabrication, and sustainable construction practices.
• Minimum of 20 years’ experience in large-scale construction management, with significant exposure to airport, infrastructure, or transportation megaprojects.
• Demonstrated experience delivering projects within strict safety, schedule, and quality frameworks.
• Familiarity with Lean Construction principles and digital construction management tools.
• Proven ability to manage complex, multidisciplinary works across multiple contractors and stakeholders.
• Professional certifications such as PMP (Project Management Professional), Chartered Engineer (CEng), or Certified Construction Manager (CCM) are advantageous.
• Deep understanding of construction methodologies, sequencing, and project delivery processes.
• Understanding of airfield operations, terminal systems, and aviation safety protocols.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance