Description

The Senior Project Manager (Sr PM) in Corporate Real Estate (CRE) Planning and Development will oversee a portfolio of projects that range from small- and large-scale facility projects in hubs or line stations or large-scale construction programs from inception to completion in accordance with corporate policies and standards and governing regulations and requirements. Depending on project and/or portfolio size, a Sr PM can oversee junior Project Managers. Portfolio sizes are anticipated up to 60-80 small, medium, and large projects ($100K - 2M) or fewer but large size programs exceeding $100M. The leader in this role will collaborate with airport authorities, as required, to ascertain, understand and collaborate with the airport staff on facilities or other airport infrastructure projects to ensure the airline interests are accounted for and addressed.

This position is onsite at O'Hare (ORD) Airport.

Project Delivery:

o Manages self (and team) to plan, design and execute airport and commercial property facility and infrastructure construction project

o Manages the programming, planning, design, construction, schedule and budget related issues that pose challenges to the success of the project by drawing on knowledge of the planning, design, construction process knowledge and experience

o Accountable for the compliance with budget, schedule and scope of the projects

o Responsible for governance of the Project Management Lifecycle (PMLC) (UA and CRE), artifacts, and guideline

o Responsible for the utilization of any PMLC process and standard

o Responsible for the use of Project Database, PM artifacts, workflows, forms, Project Management Guidelines etc.

o Uses of CRE Project tools such as SharePoint, Microsoft Project, Oracle and others as defined by need

o Ensures that projects meet defined metric

o Responsible and accountable for transparent, accurate, and timely reporting to United stakeholders and CRE

Leadership:

o Effectively lead teams by establishing both group and individual goals that align with departmental goals

o Oversee direct reports individual performance and improvement plan

o Responsible for coaching, counseling, and assisting employees to develop individual career development and training plan

o Use technical knowledge experience to provide thoughtful decision making and guidance in strategic implementation of United's approved project

o Is solution oriented and committed to creating and sustaining a culture of continuous improvement and innovation

o Accountable for providing constant and transparent communication to their team, leadership, stakeholders and customer

o Mentor and develop a team that is empowered and engaged

Portfolio Planning, Development and Management:

o Establish and maintain strong business relationships with airport leaders and United internal customer

o Develop project strategy and approach during Envision (Planning) Phase and develop multiple alternatives to achieve project objective

o Responsible for the delivery and portfolio management of scope, cost and schedules for all projects within their assigned projects (including team)

Qualifications

What's needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

• Bachelor's degree required
• 5+ years Planning, Design and Construction Experience
• 2+ years in Aviation, Airport, or Airline industry environments
• Experience managing project teams
• Demonstrated understanding of design and construction practices, project delivery lifecycle management, industry vernacular, and leading portfolio, program, and project management principles
• Conversant in design and construction techniques, understand design and construction management process and vernacular, understanding of best practices of Portfolio, Program and Project Management
• This position requires the ability to navigate airport environments, including:
  
  - Walking extended distances across terminals and operational area
  
  - Standing for prolonged periods during site visits and meeting
  
  - Climbing stairs and using escalators/elevators to access different airport level
  
  - Working in varying environmental conditions (temperature-controlled terminals and outdoor areas)
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
• Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
• Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position
  
  What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):
• Bachelor's degree in science and engineering or construction management
• PMP, LEED, Black Belt, PE, RA, CM
• 5+ years' experience with airport/airline/aviation design and construction projects
• Background in construction safety, capital improvement planning for facilities, and / or Aviation Master Planning, Knowledge of FAA, ICAO, IATA standards, guidelines and requirements that relate to planning and design of airport infrastructure and facilities
• Background in construction safety, capital improvement planning for facilities, and / or Aviation Master Planning, Knowledge of FAA, ICAO, IATA standards, guidelines and requirements that relate to planning and design of airport infrastructure and facilities