Department: Aviation Department
Salary: $89,552.00 - $128,730.99 Commensurate with Experience
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This is professional position applying high level project management skills and principles to execute all phases of complex airport projects at one of the world’s busiest airports, where schedules and operations impact the local and national airspace. This position manages engineering projects through planning, design, procurement and construction administration phases at Charlotte Douglas International Airport. Projects assigned span airside, landside, horizontal, and vertical scopes of work such as airfield, terminal development, roadway and bridge projects, parking facilities, storm drainage and sanitary sewer utility projects, facility renovations/additions, and environmental projects. Work involves preparation of designs, plans and specifications, technical reports and applications. Work must meet legal obligations and is received on the basis of general and special assignments. Performance is reviewed by discussions, reports, and results. Work requires public contact and the exercise of independent judgment and initiative within established rules and procedures.
Manages and implements the planning, design and/or construction of complex airport projects. Supervises and provides technical advice to consultants, contractors, and others regarding procedures, regulations, and standards. Organizes, prioritizes and coordinates work activities; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work to ensure compliance with contracts. Prepares planning and technical reports for projects including feasibility, preliminary designs, cost estimates, and recommendations. Participates in the selection of and coordinates with architectural and engineering firms in the design of airport-related projects. This involves the use of both On-Call contracts and RFQ process for project-specific selections. Performs project management duties for design and construction activities. Manages the administrative aspects: Negotiates and monitors budget and expenditures; updates schedules and monitors progress of project in meeting established schedule, performance and quality measurements; processes purchase order requisitions, work orders and invoices; reviews progress reports; schedules inspections to ensure compliance with all regulatory and permitting requirements; and facilitates adherence to all reporting and documentation requirements. Participates in the process for bidding and contracting of services of various project components; prepares RFPs and bid packages; conducts pre-bid and pre-construction meetings; issues addendum to clarify questionable issues; participates in negotiations of scope of service and fees for professional services agreements; and makes recommendations regarding selection of vendors and awarding of contracts. Manages projects during design and/or construction phases; attends progress meetings; works with consultants, contractors, and work crews to resolve problems and initiate solutions. Assists with field decisions and prepares or approves change orders; monitors schedule, reviews and approves project submittals, inspects quality of work and materials; coordinates final inspections and facilitates project acceptance. Prepares routine and special reports, including analyses and recommendations. Maintains records and files. Files compliance statements and reports with appropriate governing agencies. Utilizes Airport’s Project Management Information System (PMIS) software in order to interface with contractors and Engineering/Architectural consultants throughout the project lifecycle to manage schedules and risk. Provides mentoring and guidance to less experienced project management and engineering staff. Responds to requests from internal and external stakeholders, such as Airport Executives, Airlines, tenants, FAA, TSA, etc. Interfaces with various governmental agencies to ensure departmental compliance with regulatory requirements such as FAA AIP Handbook, FAA Advisory Circulars, in addition to state and local requirements, ordinances, and codes. Responds to calls outside of normal work hours, and returns to work as needed to resolve urgent problems 24/7/365.
Bachelor's Level Degree – Engineering plus five years of experience
Bachelor's degree with five years of relevant experience, with coursework in engineering technology, aviation management, business administration, or related field. Experience must include progressive responsibility in civil engineering or facility management or construction management. Thorough design, technical, and/or planning experience in civil engineering or municipal capital improvement projects is required. Airport experience desirable. Professional Engineer licensure is preferred.
Activity Estimated Percent or Weight
kneeling, squatting, etc. 10 %
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Final candidates must pass a pre-employment drug-screening test and physical examination. During the selection process, candidates may be asked to take a skills test, and/or participate in other assessments.
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