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Senior Project Manager-Aviation

Swinerton
Charlotte, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 6/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/15/2027
Job Description Summary

Overall management of Aviation construction project resulting in successful project completion. This position will be focused regionally in the Carolinas.

Job Description

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

  • Able to perform all Project Manager’s responsibilities (refer to position descriptions)
  • Manage multiple or large, complex Aviation projects
  • Estimate and establish budgets and contract price (GMP/Lump Sum)
  • Negotiate cost-effective subcontract and material purchases
  • Set up and implement job procedures and techniques to assure timely buyout, shop drawing approval and material delivery
  • Keep project on schedule
  • Develop and maintain good relationship with Owner, Architect and Subcontractors
  • Work with Superintendent to develop safety plans and to implement safety procedures
  • Maintain timely and accurate reporting to management
  • Manage, train, and supervise Aviation project team according to Company policy
  • Organize regular meetings for management and subcontractors
  • Review contract conditions; ensure compliance with all contract terms
  • Assist in developing and implementing strategic business growth initiatives by identifying new market opportunities
  • Supervise documentation of all significant project events, e.g., accidents, delays, Change Orders
  • Direct preconstruction services and activities
  • Negotiate, prepare and issue subcontract bid packages
  • Assist with business development and participate in job interviews
  • Maintain quality control (integrity and excellence of completed project)
  • Support estimating staff (bid item specialist)
  • Avoid or mitigate claims and conflict
  • Complete all job close-out procedures
  • Conduct warranty follow-up (1-year warranty walks)
  • Complete project with full or enhanced fee
  • Complete other responsibilities as assigned

Minimum Skills Or Experience Requirements

  • Engineering, Construction Management or Architectural degree or equivalent experience
  • Field construction management experience (8-10 years, including supervisory skills) in Aviation projects
  • Leadership ability
  • Problem-solving ability and strong sense of urgency
  • Organizational and communication skills
  • Drafting and computer skills
  • Fundamental knowledge of contract law and project accounting
  • Thorough understanding of all project management control systems (scheduling, cost control, procurement and estimating)

Summary Of Benefits

This role is eligible for the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company matching, Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), individual stock ownership, paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, bereavement leave, employee assistance program, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, basic term life insurance and AD&D, business travel accident insurance, short and long term disability, financial wellness coaching, educational assistance, Care.com membership, ClassPass fitness membership, and DashPass delivery membership. Voluntary benefits include additional term life insurance, long term care insurance, critical illness and accidental injury insurance, pet insurance, legal plan, identity theft protection, and other voluntary benefit options.

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