Senior Project Manager – Aviation Construction

Turner & Townsend

. Provide project management services to an assigned high-profile Aviation or Government & Defense client account .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $130,000 - $175,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive project management expertise in large international airport projects and infrastructure programs, with a strong focus on stakeholder engagement, risk management, and compliance with safety and quality standards. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and facilitate effective communication across various project phases.

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Project ManagementLarge International Airport ProjectsStakeholder Relationship ManagementProgressive Contracting ModelsPublic Trust Security Clearance

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementChange-Control ProceduresRisk ManagementDesign CoordinationConstruction OversightProcurement ManagementComplex Problem SolvingReporting and Decision-MakingRequest for ProposalsQuality Assurance

Soft Skills

CoachingInfluencing StakeholdersFacilitating MeetingsInnovative MentalityOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeKahua

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree PreferredProfessional Designation in Relevant Field

Industry Keywords

AviationGovernment & DefenseInfrastructure ProgramsProgressive Design BuildTarget Price

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide project management services to an assigned high-profile Aviation or Government & Defense client account
Manage multiple projects across planning, design, construction, occupancy, and closeout
Collaborate with Regional Project Managers, Scheduler, Estimator, and Controller to manage site delivery
Interface with internal and external stakeholders to align consultations and approvals
Manage contractor performance with the Delivery Director and escalate decisions as needed
Coordinate permits, approvals, consents, and site logistics with contractors
Oversee delivery against scope, schedule, cost, quality, and risk requirements
Apply change-control procedures and escalate decisions
Coordinate design, health and safety, quality, environmental, and security reviews, inspections, and approvals
Coordinate procurement and contract-management activities
Define project delivery resources and conduct complex requests for proposals and bid evaluations
Recommend project resources to clients
Facilitate project charters, integrated timelines, status meetings, and issue resolution
Develop solutions and guide project teams through implementation and completion
Coach others and contribute to new products, processes, standards, and operational plans
Communicate complex ideas and influence stakeholders across multidisciplinary teams
Lead by example and model company RISE values

Requirements

What you’ll need

U.S. citizenship required
Must be capable of obtaining and maintaining a U.S. Public Trust security clearance
Successful completion of the Public Trust investigation required
Bachelor's Degree preferred with 10+ years of relevant experience in program or project management
Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in large international airport projects or equivalent infrastructure programs
In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered
Demonstrated expertise in project management and/or applicable technical areas to deliver complex road/highways projects
Experience with large international airport projects or equivalent infrastructure projects or programs strongly desired
Strong technical capability across design, planning, construction, operations, and maintenance
Experience managing stakeholder relationships and providing reporting for effective decision-making
Familiarity with collaborative project environments
Working knowledge and experience of progressive contracting models, including Progressive Design Build and Target Price
Ability to facilitate meetings/workshops with stakeholder groups
Recognized degree and professional designation in a relevant field considered an asset
Innovative mentality and ability to develop methods beyond existing solutions
Ability to solve unique problems using standard and innovative solutions
In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
Experience with Kahua is a plus
Expert organizational skills and an advanced inquisitive mindset
Ability to travel domestically required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote work
Domestic travel opportunities
Equal opportunity employment
Reasonable accommodation during the employment selection process