Construction Project Manager - Aviation

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Job Description

AECOM  is seeking a  Construction Project Manager - Aviation  to be based in Dallas, Houston, Austin, or San Antonio, Texas.

SUMMARY

Responsible for managing one or more aviation projects, including responsibility for scope, schedule and budget adherence in accordance with the written project documents and established policies and procedures. Project Managers will be responsible for projects from Business Case through Closeout.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Administer one or more projects, to include responsibility for budget, schedule and quality adherence and performance, in accordance with the contract documents and established procedures.
• Oversee all design and construction support activities for each assigned project.
• Oversee the design consultants to ensure design projects stay on schedule and on budget.
• Oversee the design review process to verify comments are tracked, responded to and closed out expeditiously per the required timelines.
• Report on projects weekly via the Project Status Reports.
• Utilize the DFW approved software to manage projects (Unifier, BIM, Primavera P6, Sharepoint, etc.).
• Ensure the coordination of all project activities with airport tenants, airlines, DFW departments, governmental and other agencies.
• Proactively resolve issues to keep projects on schedule and minimize client exposure.
• Proactively work to avoid claims and resolve claims expeditiously to minimize client exposure.
• Prepare and submit to senior management and/or DFW-DCC monthly report(s) detailing the progress, accomplishments, issues and current status of the project.
• Review and concur in the proposed settlement of change orders, claims, and revisions to the design and/or construction scope, schedule and budget.
• Assist DFW-DCC as requested in the development of RFQ’s and RFP’s and provide support as requested during the procurement process.
• Lead (or approve) the negotiation of design and construction phase services, consultant fees and change orders, provide documentation and recommend acceptance by DFW-DCC.
• Work closely with the Construction Manager to ensure projects are successful and in line with DFW goals and objectives.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• BA/BS + 10 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, including 2 years of leadership
• Must possess a valid Class C driver’s license and be able to obtain a certification to drive in DFW’s AOA movement area.

Preferred

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Project or Construction Management + 12 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Experience with alternative delivery methods, especially the Component Guaranteed Maximum Pricing (CGMP) contracts.
• Civil PE license preferred but not required.
• Previous aviation project management experience preferred but not required.
• Must be able to obtain a SIDA-cleared badge at DFW.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Additional Information

• Sponsorship is not offered for this position

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About AECOM  

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options ,  well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

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What makes AECOM a great place to work  

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