Project Manager - Aviation

Consertus, Inc.

$80K — $110K *
Transportation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or related field.
  • 5-8 years of experience in Airport Terminal or Support Facilities Construction leading projects independently.
  • Willingness to travel for site inspections and project oversight.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities with attention to detail.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software.
  • PMP, CCM, AACE, or similar certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Conducts job site visits to monitor progress and ensure conformance with the project schedule and specifications.
  • Develops and updates project schedules using scheduling software, ensuring timely project completion.
  • Coordinates with design and construction teams to resolve conflicts and review shop drawings.
  • Oversees project costs, preparing detailed estimates and forecasts to maintain budget performance.
  • Manages the contractor billing and change order processes according to contract terms.
  • Acts as the project communications point of contact, reporting status and facilitating issue resolution.
  • Maintains all project documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

Benefits

  • Company-paid life and disability insurance.
  • Optional benefits like pet insurance and supplemental health plans.
  • 401(k) with day-one eligibility and company match.
  • Generous time off policy with 10 paid holidays and up to 25 PTO days.
  • Access to Consertus Academy for professional development.
Full Job Description
About this Role:

Onsite Project management and support of Norfolk Airport Authority capital program which includes daily observations and reporting of progress, safety, quality and operational impacts to a variety of stakeholders. Duties may include quantity take-offs, cost schedule reviews, quality management, and contract administration. Knowledge of building systems, construction sequencing and communication protocol in an aviation environment is beneficial.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Conducts regular job site visits to monitor progress, identify schedule risks, and ensure conformance with the project schedule, plans, specifications, and applicable codes and standards.
  • Develops, maintains, and updates the project schedule using scheduling software, including activity sequencing, milestone tracking, and critical path analysis to drive on-time project completion.
  • Proactively coordinates with the design and construction team to identify and resolve schedule, quality, and design conflicts, including review and approval of shop drawings.
  • Oversees project costs, monitors budget performance, and prepares detailed cost estimates, forecasts, and cost-to-complete analyses, implementing corrective actions to maintain financial targets.
  • Manages the contractor billing and change order process, including review, negotiation, and approval in accordance with contract terms.
  • Serves as the primary point of contact for project communications, proactively engaging stakeholders, reporting project status, and facilitating issue resolution across the team.
  • Owns all project documentation, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance throughout the project lifecycle, and provides data analysis and reporting to senior leadership and stakeholders.


Qualifications/Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or related field.
  • 5-8 years of progressive experience in Airport Terminal or Support Facilities Construction, with demonstrated ability to lead projects independently.
  • Willingness and ability to travel to client sites for site inspections and project oversight, including overnight travel to other airports as required.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with a high degree of accuracy, attention to detail, and adherence to client standards and policies.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and project management software; ability to leverage technology to manage project documentation and communications effectively
  • PMP, CCM, AACE, or similar certifications preferred


What's In It For You:
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance
  • Optional benefits like pet insurance, legal, and supplemental health plans
  • 401(k) with day-one eligibility, 3% safe harbor, plus up to 2.5% company match
  • Generous time off: 10 paid holidays and PTO starting at 15 days, growing up to 25
  • Access to Consertus Academy for continuous learning and development


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