Aviation Construction Manager

Job-ID: 96330Category: Project and Program ManagementLocation: Tucson, AZ, United StatesPosted: 2026-09-25This OpportunityWSP USA is seeking an Aviation Construction Manager for our Tucson, AZ Office!This position will serve as the Project Manager responsible for construction administration and oversight of runway / taxiway and secondary civil construction projects for the Tucson Airport Authority.Your ImpactScheduling, managing, and mentoring subordinate staff for satisfactory project delivery, and ensuring compliance with plans, specifications, and contract documents.Scope development, scope management, and commercial performance of the project to meet project goals and objectives.Oversight of preparation and approval of monthly reports, contract reviews, contract estimates and various project bid/proposal packages.Written and oral communication with contractors, inspection personnel, utility companies, and subconsultants team members.Monitoring of contract task financial data and request increases as needed.Assists in preparation of various RFP responses and presentations in pursuit of additional work and maintaining WSP’s positive working relationships with the client and its stakeholders including FAA, ADOT, and other government and private entitiesExercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.Who You AreRequired QualificationsBachelor’s degree in civil engineering or other related degree from an accredited university with 12+ years related experience in airport pavement and other civil related construction projects as well as background in the policies and procedures of the FAA and related governmental agencies.Excellent organizational skills with strong verbal, written, and presentation skills.Proven ability in contract administration procedures for successful delivery of construction projects including final cost reconciliations, schedule, as-builts, and project close-out documentation.Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policiesAbility to travel as needed.Preferred QualificationsP.E. (Professional Engineer) License or ability to obtain preferred.#LI-AC1About the companyAbout WSPWSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.