Airport Construction Manager

Parsons Corporation; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons in South Florida is seeking an amazingly talented Construction Manager with airport experience to deliver transportation and infrastructure projects in the region.

You will manage contracts, coordinate contractors, review plans, and ensure airport operations are maintained while minimizing disruptions. The role requires a degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction and 5–12 years of relevant experience; strong organizational and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 5–12 years of relevant experience.
• Exceptional organizational and prioritization skills.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure.
• Ability to review and manage construction contracts.
• Ability to negotiate and manage risks.
• Knowledge of multiple project delivery methods (Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, CMR).
• Experience reviewing safety plans, QC plans, and document control processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction contracts and coordinate contractor efforts during construction, closeout, and occupancy.
• Coordinate construction activities while maintaining airport operations and minimizing disruptions.
• Review and interpret contract documents (plans and specs).
• Review, coordinate, and comment on submittals, changes, and deliverables.
• Assess changes for merit and cost reasonableness.
• Coordinate with AHJ and utility providers.
• Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Generate weekly and monthly progress and forecast reports.
• Influence construction progress to align with schedules.

Skills

Exceptional organizational skills

Ability to work efficiently under high

Review and manage construction

Negotiate and manage risks

Knowledge of project delivery methods

Read architectural/engineering plans

Education

Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction

Tools

PMIS

Job description

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible.

Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Construction Manager with airport experience to join our team! In this role you will get to make a positive impact in delivering exciting and meaningful transportation and infrastructure projects in South Florida.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Manage construction contracts and responsible for coordinating efforts of the contractors during construction, closeout, and occupancy.
• Coordinating and managing construction efforts while maintaining optimal airport operations and minimizing unplanned utility service or logistical impacts.
• Reviewing and interpreting Contract Documents (plans and specifications). Must be able to read and understand architectural and engineering plans and specifications.
• Reviewing, coordinating and commenting on Contractor deliverables, submittals and change requests.
• Reviewing changes for to determine merit and costs are reasonable
• Coordinating construction efforts with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) and utility providers.
• Effectively communicating both verbally and written
• Generating weekly and monthly progress and forecast reports
• Effectively influence construction progress in accordance with approved schedules

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction
• 5-12 years of relevant experience
• Exceptional organizational and prioritization skills
• Ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision under pressure
• Ability to review and manage construction contracts
• Ability to negotiate and manage risks
• Demonstrated knowledge of multiple project delivery methods, including but not limited to Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, and CMR contracts and their execution.
• Knowledge of and experience in reviewing and understanding a contractor’s Safety Plan and QC Plan.
• Must also have experience in reviewing and overseeing a Document Control Plan and development/utilization of a Project Procedures Manual.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Prior experience utilizing a construction industry Project Management Information System (PMIS)
• Prior airport Capital Improvement Program (CIP) desired however not required
• Prior working experience
• Positive and "can-do" attitude and desire to make a positive impact with those you work with daily

Security Clearance Requirement:

NoneThis position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions- and to help them see what's next! We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle! Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status. We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars!