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Construction Project Manager - Colorado Springs Airport

City of Colorado Springs
Airport, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 9/9/2026 CLOSED ON 9/17/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Project Manager - Colorado Springs Airport position at City of Colorado Springs?

Construction Project Manager - Colorado Springs Airport

The purpose of this position is to plan, organize, and manage multifaceted capital improvement projects from initial conception through completion and close out. This role oversees and directs the work of external design professionals, contractors, and consultants throughout all phases of project development, including design, preparation of final construction documents, and construction administration. The position is responsible for coordinating project schedules, budgets, design activities, and construction efforts with internal departments, external stakeholders, regulatory agencies, and user groups. It ensures that project costs remain aligned with approved budgets and provides technical guidance and project support to internal teams.

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The selected candidate must pass (or have already passed) a fingerprint-based criminal history records check as required by the Transportation Security Administration.

Please note that this position will require after-hours work to accommodate airport operation hours.

As an Airport Construction Project Manager, you will:
  • Identify project needs, define objectives, develop comprehensive project plans and ensure compliance with laws, policies, and regulations.
  • Manage project budgets, estimate required resources and prioritize project milestones.
  • Perform project management for complex, multi-disciplinary development and redevelopment projects.
  • Lead operational enhancements and process-improvement initiatives, as well as direct and coordinate design professionals, consultants, project engineers, and construction management teams.
  • Facilitate problem-solving activities with project teams; identify issues and assign appropriate resources to resolve them.
  • Serve as a technical expert in the project’s functional domain, providing consultative support to managers and internal/external stakeholders.
  • Handle sensitive and confidential matters, complaints, and inquiries related to assigned projects.
  • Track and report progress, status, risks, and performance of ongoing projects to appropriate parties while maintaining complete construction documentation and project records.
  • Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly inspection and construction reports.
  • Lead Request for Proposal (RFP) and Request for Information (RFI) processes for project-related procurement and services.
  • Other duties as assigned
Learn more about this job by reviewing the class specification on the City of Colorado Springs Class Specifications page 

We value a diverse range of qualifications and experiences. Our organization views each year of further education as equivalent to each year of relevant work experience, and each year of additional relevant work experience as equivalent to each year of required education.

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a related area of study
  • Five years of full-time, professional experience in a related field
  • Possess and maintain a valid, non-probationary driver's license not subject to restriction related to alcohol and/or drug violations or pending charges

The following qualifications are not required, but they are considered desirable. If you possess any of the preferred qualifications, please include specific details in your application. This information may be used to identify a top group of applicants. 

  • Professional certifications such as Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Construction Manager (CCM), or Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED).
  • Experience with airport construction, airfield operations, or Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) standards.
  • Familiarity with permitting processes, environmental compliance, and coordination with regulatory agencies (local, state, and federal).

Please contact Katie McLaughlin at katie.mclaughlin@coloradosprings.gov for any questions about this position. 

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