Project Manager IV - Low Voltage

Location: On-site - Los Angeles, CA

The TDIP Low Voltage Systems Integrator and subject matter expert is responsible for driving and overseeing design and execution of all IT, special systems and innovations for multiple terminal projects. Provides oversight and guidance on LAWA's system integration requirements. This position will act as the primary IT liaison and airport/owner representative working closely with Information Management & Technology (IMT) executives and respective system owners.

This position requires subject matter expertise of the various airport terminal IT systems including network systems for a comprehensive design, implementation and commissioning of such systems. The candidate must demonstrate extensive experience at the system integrator capacity for passenger processing systems, terminal management systems, baggage handling systems, building automation systems, lighting control systems, aircraft guidance and ramp management systems. This individual will collaborate closely with internal teams, airline partners, LAWA stakeholders, and contractors for the coordination of IT project activities across multiple terminals to ensure consistency.

Key Identifiers for the Position

• Knowledge in IT design and construction practices and methodologies in an active airport environment
• Leader in stakeholder engagement to identify, communicate, resolution and accomplish their needs, while preserving the principles and criteria of the project scope, schedule and budget constraints
• Maintaining an excellent working relationship with the design and construction professionals geared towards open communications and mutual problem solving in the best interest of the project and all other parties involved
• Abilities to identify and study options to complex design, operational or constructability issues coordaining shop drawing reviews, participation in and approval of factory and site acceptance tests, coordinating material approvals, coordinating mockup approvals, providing reports, drawings and specification interpretation, participation in testing and commissioning activities
• Knowledge in LAWA's change management process for deployment of new IT systems or interfacing with legacy IT systems
• Understanding of LAWA's USR and ASR processes and ability to identify and mitigate impacts on IT systems
  
  

Essential Job Duties

• Primary liaison with ITM representative responsible for directing and managing the IT scope implementation
• Primary liaison with CBP and TSA for IT infrastructure and integration requirements
• Review and validate IT scope costs of implementations and system integrations
• Oversee buildout and commissioning of IT rooms, networks, horizontal and backbone cabling
• Coordinate with contractor(s) and IMT system owners for comprehensive and effective migration, integration and commissioning activities
• Lead integration workshops until deployment and final commissioning of terminal systems such as passenger processing, CCTV, access control (ACAMS), flight information, baggage handling systems, public announcement, Wifi, aircraft guidance (VDGS), emergency notification, ramp services management system and new IT innovations
• Lead integration workshops until deployment and final commissioning of building/mechanical systems such as Building Automation, lighting control, power metering & controls, conveyance monitoring and FMCS at the central utility plant
• Coordinate with LAWA cyber security team and contractor's IT system providers for integration into the LAWA ecosystem that meet security requirements
• Working with designers, contractors and stakeholders to develop the overall planning of construction activities and identifying critical milestones and priories
• Ensuring all work is being performed with and inspected to the latest versions of plans and specifications including approved changes, submittals, and RFI's
• Working with the key project individuals to devise and execute action plans to rectify potential delays, or significant changes to the scope of work
• Participating in all necessary coordination meetings with designer, contractor and stakeholders
• Managing the closeout process for IT systems to ensure all documentation is completed as quickly as possible to efficiently close the project without incurring unnecessary costs
• Adhere to a safe work environment well above industry standards
  
  

Hardware/Software Knowledge

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Bluebeam
• Ability to work in CAD or REVIT preferred
• Familiarity with digital content management systems and other airport IT systems
  
  

Professional Experience Level/Other Qualifications

• 15 years or more experience, preferably on airport projects
• Experience with projects more than $100 million in value
• Experience with various delivery methods, including Design-Bid-Build, Design CMAR and Design/Build
• Proven ability to perform in a management capacity
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and a thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulations
  
  

Education/Training

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Aviation, Business, Engineering, Construction Management, Planning or other related technical field required
• Relevant professional licensure and/or certification are strongly preferred. Certifications may include AAAE, LEED, PE, PMP, AICP, etc.