Project Manager – Airports

Orange Barrel Media

. Manage multiple airport deployment projects from preconstruction handoff through final completion and closeout .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing airport deployment projects, including project scheduling, budgeting, procurement, and compliance with aviation regulations. Proven ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders and contractors while ensuring safety and operational efficiency in active environments.

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Project ManagementConstruction AdministrationAirport Security ProtocolsRisk Identification and MitigationStakeholder Coordination

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Hard Skills

Project SchedulingBudget ManagementProcurement PlanningConstruction SequencingField CoordinationChange Order ManagementCommissioningUtility CoordinationSignage InstallationDigital Display Technology

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsNegotiation SkillsRelationship ManagementDecision-Making

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteBluebeamEBuilderSiteTrackerMicrosoft Project

Industry Keywords

Commercial ConstructionInfrastructure ProjectsTransportation ProjectsFAA RegulationsADA Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage multiple airport deployment projects from preconstruction handoff through final completion and closeout
Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, procurement plans, and deployment milestones
Serve as the primary contact for airport authorities, airlines, terminal operators, landlords, concessionaires, and other stakeholders
Coordinate contractors, subcontractors, specialty fabricators, utility providers, and consultants
Oversee procurement and fabrication activities, including long-lead materials and equipment
Coordinate airport badging, security clearances, access permits, escorts, work windows, airside requirements, and operational restrictions
Manage installation sequencing and phasing to minimize disruption to airport operations
Coordinate utility outages, temporary services, shutdowns, inspections, testing, commissioning, and system activation
Review construction drawings, shop drawings, submittals, RFIs, and change requests
Identify project risks, field conflicts, schedule impacts, and operational constraints and develop mitigation strategies
Monitor contractor performance, quality, safety, and schedule adherence
Lead recurring project meetings and document decisions and action items
Coordinate inspections, punch lists, final testing, commissioning, turnover documentation, warranties, and closeout
Maintain project documentation, financial tracking, and project reporting
Track commitments, forecast costs, review invoices, manage change orders, and maintain financial reporting
Ensure compliance with airport standards, building codes, ADA requirements, FAA regulations where applicable, and company safety policies

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Project Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; equivalent education and relevant commercial construction experience will also be considered
3 to 10 years of experience managing commercial construction, infrastructure, transportation, or design-build projects
Experience leading projects in active operational environments such as airports, transit facilities, campuses, or other occupied public spaces
Ability to coordinate contractors, consultants, regulatory agencies, and multiple internal and external stakeholders
Experience with permitting, utility coordination, construction administration, procurement, project scheduling, commissioning, and closeout
Experience managing specialty construction projects involving signage, electrical systems, structural installations, digital displays, architectural elements, or transportation infrastructure
Strong understanding of construction sequencing and field coordination
Ability to identify risks, resolve complex field issues, and make sound decisions in fast-paced project environments
Excellent organizational, communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management software
Ability to travel up to 70% to support project deployment activities
Experience working directly with airport authorities or on aviation-related construction projects
Experience with display technology and signage
Familiarity with airport security protocols, badging requirements, operational work windows, and airside and landside construction practices
Experience with Bluebeam, eBuilder, SiteTracker, Microsoft Project, or similar construction management platforms

Benefits

Comp & perks

Endless opportunities to grow
Opportunities to achieve success in a supportive team environment