Company Description
Founded in 1952 and formerly known as Heery International Inc., the firm operates throughout the United States as part of Turner & Townsend. It specializes in project and program management for public sector organizations, with industry-leading experts in corporate, cultural, healthcare, justice, sports, K-12 education, higher education, aviation and government facilities.
Recognized for service excellence by a broad spectrum of professional organizations and industry publications, the talented multidisciplinary team at Turner & Townsend Heery exceeds client expectations - adding value, best practice and expertise at every turn. The team's unique client-centric culture is integrated into each project and reflects a passion for the built environment and staying true to the client's vision.
Job Description
Turner & Townsend Heery are seeking an experienced Project Manager - Airports / Aviation to support our major aviation clients. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, have excellent communication skills, be able to take the initiative and drive activities with limited supervision.
*Requires 100% on site
Responsibilities :
Lead the architectural design process for aviation-related capital projects, ensuring alignment with program goals, airport standards, and stakeholder expectations.
Design Management to oversee and coordinate the work of internal and external design teams, including architects, engineers, and consultants, to ensure cohesive and high-quality design outcomes.
Collaborate closely with airport authorities, airline representatives, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders throughout all project phases to gather input, present design concepts, and secure approvals.
Program integration to ensure architectural design solutions are fully integrated with broader capital improvement program objectives, including operational efficiency, passenger experience, and sustainability goals.
Regulatory Compliance to ensure all designs comply with applicable codes, ADA requirements, and airport-specific design guidelines.
Manage the preparation and quality control of design documentation deliverables, including drawings, specifications, and presentation materials.
Project coordination with project managers, construction teams, and consultants to align design intent with budget, schedule, and constructability considerations.
Lead internal and external design reviews, ensuring adherence to quality standards and design excellence throughout all phases.
Change management to evaluate and manage design changes, ensuring impacts to scope, cost, and schedule are clearly communicated and documented.
Identifying opportunities to improve Project Management procedures, templates and products referring ideas to the appropriate line manager.
Establishing effective project governance, processes and systems to be utilized throughout project.
General line management responsibilities (where appropriate) are effectively discharged.
SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
Qualifications
Relevant Aviation Project Experience contributing to or leading the architectural design and coordination of aviation or transportation-related capital projects preferrable.
Experience supporting or managing design consultant contracts and scopes of work, including coordination with external design partners.
Strong ability to follow through on design commitments, ensuring alignment with project goals, client expectations, and regulatory requirements.
Team Collaboration with the ability to work effectively within a design team, contributing to a positive and productive team culture while supporting junior staff as needed.
Demonstrated experience delivering major aviation or transportation-related capital projects on time, within budget, and in compliance with safety, quality, and design standards.
Familiarity with integrated project delivery (IPD) or similar collaborative project environments, multidisciplinary stakeholders including airport authorities, consultants, and contractors.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate design ideas and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
Education :
Bachelor's Degree and/or Master's Degree in architecture, engineering, computer science, or related field or equivalent experience.
Individuals with over 5 years of experience in the management of aviation related projects and facilities in airport environments preferrable.
Project Management Institute (PMI) certification, Program Management certification preferred.
Registration as Architect or Engineer is preferrable.
Additional Information
On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs
Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.
We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.?
Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
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