CareerPlan

Aviation Senior Project Manager – Airfield Construction

Denver, CO, usFull-time2026-10-05 → 2026-10-22

Core

Lead delivery of complex airfield construction projects at commercial service airports, managing construction-phase execution in active environments.

Role type

Senior IC aviation construction project manager

Builds

Runways, taxiways, aprons, shoulders, airfield drainage, lighting, signage, and associated civil infrastructure

Domain

Transportation infrastructure / Aviation construction

Required skills

Airfield construction phasing, stakeholder coordination, contract management, schedule control, cost tracking, quality assurance, safety management, regulatory compliance, team leadership

Preferred skills

Commercial airport program management, FAA standards expertise, change order management, claims resolution, large capital improvement programs

Technologies

Construction management software, scheduling tools, project controls platforms

Responsibilities

Manage scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk for airfield projects; Coordinate construction phasing to support uninterrupted airport operations; Oversee contractor performance and compliance; Lead constructability reviews; Manage change orders and claims; Direct inspection and testing activities; Mentor project staff

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities