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Vets Hired

Senior Project Manager (Aviation)

Vets Hired, Santa Ana, California, United States, 92725

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Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Provide leadership, direction, and management of airport facility project teams to ensure completion on schedule and within or below budget in accordance with contractual obligations

To be considered for an interview, please make sure your application is full in line with the job specs as found below.

Develop and manage scopes of work to meet project goals and objectives

Plan and define program goals; devise and implement methods to accomplish them

Participate in public meetings and negotiations with regulatory agencies

Deliver updates and reports to executive management

Establish and maintain a comprehensive Project Management Plan; ensure deliverables align with scope and program requirements

Oversee technical, fiscal, and administrative functions of assigned projects

Manage field responsibilities, including labor relations, procurement, and contractor/consultant payments

Coordinate with internal teams to ensure alignment with budgets, schedules, and project plans

Identify risks and implement corrective actions for cost overruns or delays

Maintain and document timely change orders

Monitor progress of project activities and report key milestones, risks, and schedule/cost variances

Conduct regular status meetings and develop actionable next steps

Perform additional duties as required

Minimum Qualifications:

Extensive experience in design and construction management/administration of large-scale commercial construction projects, including police and airport facilities

Strong understanding of construction estimating, project controls, scheduling, cost management, and engineering/construction practices

Skilled in interpreting contracts, documents, drawings, and specifications

Experience working with architects, engineers, general contractors, and subcontractors

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, document management systems, and Adobe Acrobat Professional

Demonstrated leadership and management capabilities

Expertise in coordinating civil, mechanical, electrical, low-voltage, and plumbing systems

Excellent verbal and written communication skills; deep understanding of industry regulations

15+ years of experience on facility projects over $80 million (preferred)

Familiarity with Design/Build (DB) and other alternative project delivery methods (preferred)

Professional certification or licensure (e.g., PMP, CCM, PE) is preferred

Flexibility to work various shifts as needed

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