Airfield Program Manager

AtkinsRéalis Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 216,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Disability benefits

401(k) with 100% vesting

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Flexible work options

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Senior Project Manager for Airport Airfield projects in New York, NY. You will lead large, complex aviation programs, mentor a multidisciplinary team, and serve as the primary client contact to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery and high-quality outcomes.

You will oversee scope, schedule, and budget, coordinate with multiple consultants, and drive contract negotiations. On-site at a major NYC airport, you will align design with FAA standards and client requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required; Graduate degree is desirable.
• 10+ years professional experience, 5-8 years of direct project management in airport airfield design and construction.
• PMP certification, PE license or equivalent is required or must be obtained within one year of appointment.
• Position is based on-site at a major NYC airport.

Responsibilities

• Leads the project team in executing all phases of the project lifecycle.
• Advise client in all aspects of airport airfield design and construction, considering operational impacts of airfield phasing plans.
• Independently develops and manages project scope, schedule, and budget; reviews and comments on similar work.
• Develops and implements comprehensive Project Management Plans.
• Work in an environment with multiple consultant firms in one team.
• Manages all financial aspects of the project and approves subconsultant and vendor invoices.
• Proactively identifies and manages budget variances and communicates financial performance to senior management.
• Serves as the primary point of contact for the client.
• Leads contract negotiations and represents the firm at hearings and meetings.
• Mentors Project Managers and Associate PMs; identifies new business opportunities and supports proposals.

Skills

Project leadership

Client liaison

Budget management

Mentorship

Airfield design knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Graduate degree

Tools

PMP certification

Job description

Job Description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced and highly autonomous Senior Project Manager, Airport Airfield in New York, NY to lead large, complex aviation and multi-disciplinary projects. This individual will provide overall leadership to project teams and serve as the primary client point of contact, ensuring projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. The successful candidate will also mentor project managers and technical staff, fostering collaboration and professional development across the team. This role will serve in a staff augmentation capacity for a major terminal development program, providing strategic guidance on airfield design, aircraft maneuvering and operations, gate planning, and construction phasing. The individual will work closely with the client and project stakeholders to ensure all planning, design, and implementation activities align with client requirements and FAA standards.

Your role

• Leads the project team in executing all phases of the project lifecycle.
• Advise client in all aspects of airport airfield design and construction particularly the operational impacts of airfield phasing plans.
• Independently develops and manages project scope, schedule, and budget. Reviews and comments on similar work performed by others.
• Develops and implements comprehensive Project Management Plans.
• Work in an environment of multiple consultant firms in one team.
• Manages all financial aspects of the project.
• Approves subconsultant and vendor invoices.
• Proactively identifies and manages budget variances and communicates financial performance to senior management.
• Serves as the primary point of contact for the client.
• Leads contract negotiations.
• Represents the firm and client at public hearings and regulatory meetings.
• Team Leadership & Business Development:
• Leads and directs multi-disciplinary project teams.
• Mentors Project Managers and Associate PMs.
• Identifies new business opportunities and participates in proposals. Grow the current client relationship.

About you

• Bachelor’s degree is required; Graduate degree is desirable.
• 10+ years professional experience, 5-8 years of direct project management in airport airfield design and construction experience.
• PMP certification, PE license or equivalent is required or must be obtained within one year of appointment.
• Position is based on-site at a major NYC airport.

Rewards & benefits

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

• Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

About AtkinsRéalis

We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We’re committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Find out more.

Additional information

Expected compensation range is between $130,000 - $216,000 annually hourly depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability

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Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular

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