Manager II

Apply using SmartRecruiters, the City and County of San Francisco'sapplication portal. This is a Permanent Exempt (PEX) (Category 18) position. This position is excluded by the Charter from the competitive civil service examination process and incumbents are “at will” and shall serve at the discretion of the Appointing Officer.The duration of the appointment is 36 months. Specific information regarding this recruitment process is listed below: Application Opening: Thursday, February 19, 2026 Application Deadline: Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as this announcement may close at any time after 5:00PM (Pacific Time) on Wednesday, February 25. Recruitment ID :RTF0163044-01135039 / PEX-5504- EXEMPT Working at SFO: San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is a world‑class, award‑winning airport that served more than 54 million guests in Fiscal Year 2025. SFO offers non‑stop flights to 60+ international cities on over 40 international carriers. The Bay Area’s largest airport also connects non‑stop with 80+ U.S. cities on 10 domestic airlines. As an enterprise department of the City & County of San Francisco, SFO has a workforce of approximately 1,900 City employees. In Fiscal Year 2021, SFO generated more than 28,000 direct jobs and $6.1B in business activity. SFO is more than an airport — we are a dynamic organization where employees collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders to support global travel, economic development, and public service. We are recognized as a leader in safety, environmental sustainability, and forward‑thinking infrastructure, and continue to be at the forefront of transforming the travel experience. Our Vision, Mission, and Core Values shape our culture and operations as we continue to build a supportive, purpose‑driven workplace where all employees can thrive. Our mission is to deliver an airport experience where people and our planet come first. Under the direction of the Airfield Program Manager, the 5504 Project Manager II will assist in overseeing and managing all phases of the projects, from programming and design through construction and closeout. The position is responsible for maintaining schedule and budget control, communicating Airport requirements to project teams, coordinating Airport stakeholder involvement, and reporting project status and issues to Airport Management. The essential functions and duties of the position include: Plan, organize, and deliver complex airport engineering projects from planning and design through construction and closeout. Manage project scope, schedule, budget, funding, and change control to meet Airport and FAA requirements. Define and document project purpose, objectives, and technical requirements in coordination with SFO Operations and Maintenance. Assess existing airfield pavement, lighting, and infrastructure conditions and evaluate feasible improvement alternatives. Provide technical oversight and leadership to consultants, designers, contractors, and multidisciplinary internal teams. Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders, regulatory agencies, and external partners. Coordinate environmental review, permitting, and regulatory approvals as required for project delivery. Identify construction impacts and develop mitigation strategies to minimize operational and airfield disruptions. Oversee development of construction documents, procurement, bidding, and contract award activities. Monitor project performance and report status, risks, issues, and progress to Airport Management. Rehabilitation of pavement, lighting, and drainage at the intersection of Taxiways A, B, E, and F to improve safety, efficiency, and FAA compliance. Runway 1R-19L Rehabilitation & Taxiway W Project Rehabilitation of Runway 1R–19L and associated taxiways, including pavement repairs, lighting and signage upgrades, construction of Taxiway W, removal of Taxiway F1, and EMAS safety area repairs to enhance safety and operations. Taxiways A and B Rehabilitation, Phase 2 Project Rehabilitation of select sections of Taxiways A and B near Terminals 1 and 3, including pavement, lighting, markings, and utilities to restore pavement condition and meet FAA standards. How to qualify Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in architecture, engineering or planning and four (4) years of responsible professional experience in architectural , engineering or construction management plus two (2) years of additional project coordination experience; OR A Bachelor's Degree in another field and six (6) years of responsible professional experience in a field directly related to the project plus two (2) years of additional project coordination experience; OR Eight (8) years of architectural, engineering , or construction management experience in a field directly related to the project plus two (2) years of additional project coordination experience; OR California registration as professional engineer or architect plus two (2) years of project coordination experience Note : Applicants must meet the minimum qualification requirement by the final filing date unless otherwise noted. One-year full‑time employment is equivalent to 2,000 hours (2,000 hours of qualifying work experience is based on a 40‑hour work week). Any overtime hours that you work above 40 hours per week are not included in the calculation to determine full‑time employment. Desirable Qualifications: As applicable to assigned project: Experience in airfield planning, design, and construction, including operational requirements, aviation planning standards, and supporting infrastructure. Experience in public speaking and delivering technical presentations to diverse stakeholders. Proven experience managing capital project budgets, cost forecasts, schedules, and financial controls. Experience delivering projects using CM/GC (CMAR) or other alternative project delivery methods. Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, integrated, multidisciplinary team environment. Experience delivering federally or state‑funded capital projects, including FAA and DOT grant‑funded programs. Experience managing horizontal infrastructure projects such as roads, highways, and airfield improvements. Knowledge of public‑sector procurement and contracting processes, including City and County of San Francisco contracting requirements. Experience with airport or flight operations and coordination within an active airfield environment. Familiarity with FAA airfield infrastructure systems, including navigational aids (NAVAIDs) and runway status lighting systems (RWSL). Experience managing and overseeing consultant support service teams, including scope development, performance oversight, and coordination across multiple disciplines. Verification of Education and Experience: Every application is reviewed to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications as listed in the job ad. ReviewSF Careers Employment Applications for considerations taken when reviewing applications. Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. If education verification is required, information on how to verify education requirements, including verifying foreign education credits or degree equivalency, can be found at Note: Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco. All work experience, education, training and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included on your application by the filing deadline. Information submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered in determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City and County of San Francisco application. Applications completed improperly may be cause for ineligibility, disqualification or may lead to lower scores. Selection Procedures: The selection process will include evaluation of applications in relation to minimum requirements. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement to the interview. Depending on the number of applicants, the Department may establish and implement additional screening mechanisms to comparatively evaluate the qualifications of candidates. If this becomes necessary, only those applicants whose qualifications most closely meet the needs of the Department will be invited for an interview. NOTE: Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through all of the steps in the selection procedure. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Security Clearance : Candidates for employment with the San Francisco Airport Commission are required to undergo a criminal history record check, including FBI fingerprints, and Security Threat Assessment in order to determine eligibility for security clearance and may be required to undergo drug/alcohol screening. Per Civil Service Commission Rule Section 110.9.1, every applicant for an examination must possess and maintain the qualifications required by law and by the examination announcement for the examination. Failure to obtain and maintain security clearance may be basis for termination from employment with the Airport Commission. Customs Clearance: This position requires that the incumbent be qualified for unescorted access to the San Francisco International Airport U.S. Customs Security Area. An application for a U.S. Custom Access Seal may be submitted to Customs ONLY after employment has commenced. Employment in this position requires that the incumbent submit an application for, successfully acquire and maintain a Customs Access Seal. Per Civil Service Commission Rule 110.9.1, every applicant must possess and maintain the qualifications required by law and by the examination announcement for this examination. Failure to acquire or maintain customs access, a requirement for this position, may be basis for termination from employment with the Airport Commission. Customs Access Seal requirements and procedures are located in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 19, Part 122, Sections 181 or 189. What else should I know? Additional Information Regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco: All job applications for the City and County of San Francisco must be submitted through our online portal. Please visit to begin your application process. Computers are available for the public (9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday) to file online applications in the lobby of the Dept. of Human Resources at 1 South Van Ness Avenue, 4th Floor and at the City Career Center at City Hall , 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place, Room 110. Ensure your application information is accurate, as changes may not be possible after submission. Your first and last name must match your legal ID for verification, and preferred names can be included in parentheses. Use your personal email address, not a shared or work email, to avoid unfixable issues. Applicants will receive a confirmation email from View email address on click.appcast.io that their online application has been received in response to every announcement for which they file. Applicantsshould retain this confirmation email for their records. Failure to receive this email means that the online application was not submitted or received. If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or the application process, please contact Caryn Hom View email address on click.appcast.io . The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law. #J-18808-Ljbffr