Project Development Manager

Project Development ManagerThe Project Development Manager provides day-to-day leadership for the Project Management team and is responsible for the successful execution of the capital project portfolio from approval through turnover to Operations. Working closely with Engineering, Procurement, Accounting, Operations, Technology, and Sales, this role drives project accountability, schedule performance, cross-functional coordination, and continuous improvement. The position develops Project Managers, standardizes project delivery processes, and supports the department's strategic growth.Job ResponsibilitiesLeads, coaches, and develops the Project Management team through performance management, resource planning, and mentoring.Oversees execution of the capital project portfolio from approval through engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and turnover.Monitors project schedules, budgets, risks, quality, and milestones while driving accountability for project performance.Coordinates with Engineering, Procurement, Accounting, Operations, Technology, Sales, consultants, contractors, and airport stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.Drives workload balancing, project governance, and continuous improvement initiatives that improve consistency and scalability.Develops and implements standardized project management methodologies, processes, tools, and best practices to improve project execution and consistency.Supports staffing, organizational planning, and long-term growth of the Project Development organization.Performs other duties as assigned.Job QualificationsEducation and CertificationsBachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, Architecture, Project Management, or related field preferred: or equivalent combination of education, training, experience, or military experience.PMP certification or equivalent project management certification preferred but not required.Work ExperienceMinimum 5 years of experience managing commercial construction, engineering, or capital development projects required.Minimum 3 years of leadership or supervisory experience with responsibility for leading multiple concurrent capital projects and cross-functional teams required.SkillsDemonstrated ability to manage multiple complex capital projects simultaneously while balancing priorities, resources, and competing deadlines.Ability to interpret budgets, forecasts, schedules, financial reports, and project performance metrics to support informed decision-making.Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build effective working relationships across departments, clients, contractors, consultants, and executive leadership.Proficient in construction management and project management platforms (e.g., Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Primavera P6), including project reporting, workflow management, document control, and user support.CompetenciesEnsuring Accountability: Holding yourself and others to high standards of accountability and creating an infrastructure and transparent corporate culture that supports and measures personal and organizational responsibility, urgency and accountability.Exemplifying Integrity: Treating others fairly, honestly, and respectfully, furthering the integrity of the organization and its relationships of trust with the broader community.Fostering Communication: Listening and communicating openly, honestly, and respectfully with different audiences, promoting dialogue and effectively gets message across.Fostering Learning and Development: Supporting others to develop and learn, recognizing their achievements, and building an organizational culture where knowledge and growth are valued and rewarded.Improving Business Processes: Continually seeking new ways to enhance performance, improve results and/or transform the business and the industry in which it operates.Managing Resources: Planning, allocating, and mobilizing resources (human, physical, information and financial resources) to achieve organizational goals.Team Leadership: Assuming a leadership role in helping others achieve excellent results.Physical DemandsEmployee must have the ability to sit and/or stand at a desk for a minimum of eight (8) hours a day and complete tasks requiring repetitive use of hands.Employee must have the ability to lift and move items up to 15 pounds.Employee must have the ability to see written documents and computer screens, and to adjust focus.This job is performed in a temperature-controlled office environment.Other RequirementsAbility to travel approximately 20–30% for project meetings, airport visits, and corporate meetings.Valid driver's license.Must have a reliable vehicle.LocationAllentown, PA: 7450 Tilghman Street, Suite 104, 18106Position TypeRegularThe Company is an equal opportunity employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.Our organization participates in E-Verify. 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