Airline Project Transition Manager

GRUPO EULEN USA; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

GRUPO EULEN USA is seeking an experienced Project Manager with strong airline and aviation services expertise to support mobilization and implementation for newly awarded airline contracts. This temporary 3-month assignment emphasizes rapid deployment, startup readiness, regulatory compliance, and successful service launches at airport locations.

The role requires extensive travel, on-site presence, and the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams across Operations, HR, Training, Safety,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience within aviation, airline operations, ground handling, or airport services environments.
• Direct experience supporting airline contract startups, transitions, and RFP mobilizations.
• Strong understanding of airline operational structures and station staffing models.
• Experience working within unionized environments and CBAs preferred.
• Familiarity with airport authority regulations, compliance standards, and living wage ordinances.
• Proven ability to manage multiple operational workstreams under aggressive timelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead startup and mobilization activities following airline RFP awards.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, including Operations, HR, Training, Safety, Finance, GSE, and Compliance.
• Develop, manage, and execute startup project plans, timelines, and key deliverables.
• Support station readiness efforts, including staffing, training, GSE deployment, uniforms, supplies, and vendor coordination.
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements, SLAs, CBAs, airport regulations, and living wage ordinances.
• Act as the primary liaison between corporate leadership, station management, and airline partners.
• Identify operational risks and implementation gaps while developing mitigation strategies.
• Conduct on-site readiness assessments, go-live support, and post-launch operational reviews.
• Prepare executive-startup reports, progress updates, and operational status communications.

Skills

Project management

Aviation operations

RFP mobilization

Union environment experience

Regulatory compliance

Multi-stream coordination

Cross-functional leadership

Communication skills

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with strong airline and aviation services expertise to support short‑term mobilization and implementation efforts tied to newly awarded airline RFPs. This temporary 3‑month assignment is designed to provide rapid operational deployment and transition support following contract awards. This role requires extensive travel and on‑site presence at airport locations, playing a critical role in ensuring seamless startup execution, operational readiness, regulatory compliance, and successful service launches.

Assignment Duration

• Temporary assignment: 3 months
• Potential extension based on business needs and contract awards

Key Responsibilities

• Lead contract startup and mobilization activities following airline RFP awards
• Serve as the primary project lead coordinating cross‑functional teams, including Operations, HR, Training, Safety, Finance, GSE, and Compliance
• Develop, manage, and execute startup project plans, timelines, and key deliverables
• Support station readiness efforts, including staffing, training, GSE deployment, uniforms, supplies, and vendor coordination
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements, SLAs, CBAs, airport regulations, and applicable living wage ordinances
• Act as the primary liaison between corporate leadership, station management, and airline partners
• Identify operational risks and implementation gaps while developing mitigation strategies
• Conduct on‑site readiness assessments, go‑live support, and post‑launch operational reviews
• Prepare executive‑level startup reports, progress updates, and operational status communications

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience within aviation, airline operations, ground handling, or airport services environments
• Direct experience supporting airline contract startups, transitions, and RFP mobilizations
• Strong understanding of airline operational structures and station staffing models
• Experience working within unionized environments and collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) preferred
• Familiarity with airport authority regulations, compliance standards, and living wage ordinances
• Proven ability to manage multiple operational workstreams under aggressive timelines

Skills & Competencies

• Strong project planning and execution capabilities
• Cross‑functional leadership and coordination
• Operational readiness and startup assessment expertise
• Risk management and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Ability to work independently in fast‑paced, high‑pressure operational environments

Travel Requirements

• Extensive travel required
• Ability to remain onsite at assigned airport locations for extended periods
• Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and irregular schedules during startup operations

Preferred Certifications (Not Required)

• PMP or equivalent Project Management certification
• Six Sigma or Lean experience is a plus

Work Environment

• On‑site airport operational environments
• Fast‑paced, customer‑facing settings
• High‑visibility role supporting critical airline service launches and operational transitions