Senior Project Controls Manager – Aviation

STV

. Lead project controls functions across large-scale aviation programs from planning and design through construction, commissioning, and closeout .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $187,592 - $214,390 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in project controls for large-scale aviation programs, including cost engineering, CPM scheduling, risk management, and performance reporting. Proven ability to lead teams, develop integrated strategies, and deliver executive-level reporting while managing multiple concurrent projects.

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Project Controls GovernanceCost EngineeringCPM SchedulingEarned Value Management (EVM)Primavera P6

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Hard Skills

Cost EngineeringCPM SchedulingRisk ManagementChange ManagementForecastingEarned Value Management (EVM)Performance ReportingBudget ManagementVariance AnalysisCost Trending

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationPresentationClient-Facing SkillsMentoring

Tools & Technologies

Primavera P6Microsoft Office SuiteDigital Project Delivery ToolsAdvanced Reporting Platforms

Industry Keywords

Aviation ProgramsInfrastructure ProjectsAirport ModernizationCapital ProgramsProject Controls

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead project controls functions across large-scale aviation programs from planning and design through construction, commissioning, and closeout
Establish and implement project controls governance frameworks, procedures, standards, and best practices
Serve as the primary project controls advisor to project managers, program executives, clients, and stakeholders
Develop integrated project controls strategies encompassing cost, schedule, risk, forecasting, and performance management
Identify and proactively mitigate project risks, opportunities, and performance challenges
Direct the development and management of project budgets, forecasts, cash flow analyses, and cost reports
Perform cost trending, earned value analysis, variance analysis, and estimate-at-completion forecasting
Review contractor payment applications, change orders, estimates, and cost proposals
Support contingency planning, financial reporting, and executive decision-making
Evaluate project performance and recommend corrective actions
Oversee development, maintenance, and analysis of complex CPM schedules utilizing Primavera P6 and related tools
Review contractor schedules and monitor compliance with project requirements
Analyze critical path activities, schedule risks, float consumption, and recovery plans
Develop and maintain integrated master schedules for major aviation programs
Establish and monitor KPIs and project controls dashboards
Lead project risk identification, assessment, mitigation planning, and monitoring
Facilitate risk workshops and maintain comprehensive risk registers
Evaluate schedule and cost impacts associated with proposed project changes
Support claims avoidance, dispute resolution, and change management processes
Collaborate with project teams to implement corrective action strategies
Develop and maintain relationships with airport authorities, airlines, program management teams, contractors, and design partners
Deliver executive-level project controls reporting and presentations
Support governance meetings, executive briefings, and client reviews
Mentor and develop project controls professionals, schedulers, cost engineers, and analysts
Support recruitment, workforce planning, and professional development initiatives
Contribute to proposal development, interviews, and strategic pursuits within the aviation market
Collaborate with aviation and infrastructure leaders to expand STV's project controls services and client relationships
Support implementation of digital project delivery tools and advanced reporting platforms

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Architecture, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
15+ years of progressive project controls experience supporting large capital programs
8+ years of experience managing project controls teams on aviation, transportation, or major infrastructure projects
Demonstrated experience supporting complex aviation projects including airport terminal expansions, airfield and runway improvement programs, baggage handling systems, landside transportation facilities, airline support facilities, and airport modernization programs
Extensive knowledge of Cost Engineering, CPM Scheduling, Risk Management, Change Management, Forecasting, Earned Value Management (EVM), Program Controls Governance, and Performance Reporting
Advanced proficiency with Primavera P6 and Microsoft Office Suite
Strong leadership, communication, presentation, and client-facing skills
Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and priorities

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
Disability insurance
Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
401(k) Plan
Retirement Counseling
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Back-Up Dependent Care
Parental Leave
Continuing Education Program
Professional Licensure and Society Memberships