Airport Technical Director - ORAT & Construction Lead

Aecon U.S.; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Aecon invites you to lead as Technical Director overseeing redevelopment and transition into operations of Cyril E. King and Henry E. Rohlsen Airports in the U.S.

Virgin Islands, a major Public-Private Partnership. You will report to the CEO and guide all technical aspects from development and design through construction and operational readiness. The role requires airport experience, strong leadership, and ability to manage main contractors, budgets, contracts and stakeholder interfaces with

Qualifications

• 15+ years of proven experience as a Project Manager for airport and civil infrastructure projects.
• Experience on airport projects is required.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Willingness for frequent travel to or permanent location in USVI during Project execution.
• PMP certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key member of the executive team, contributing to strategic decision-making and corporate planning.
• Lead cross-functional coordination with internal and external stakeholders, including government agencies and commercial partners.
• Ensure integration of technical development with financial, legal, and operational frameworks.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including schedules, budgets, and resource allocations, in accordance with client standards.
• Lead technical project teams by assigning tasks, providing guidance, and fostering collaboration.
• Lead the development of project governance structures, risk management frameworks, and performance monitoring systems.
• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure successful project delivery.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to gather requirements, provide updates, respond to inquiries, address concerns, and use feedback to adapt the project scope.
• Design, produce and present reports to various stakeholders.
• Monitor project budgets and expenses to ensure projects are completed within financial constraints.
• Establish project-wide quality standards and ensure that project deliverables meet or exceed expectations.
• Track project schedules and milestones, including critical path management.
• Maintain accurate project documentation.
• Administers consultant contracts for project design development work and related services.
• Coordinates with stakeholders in administering contracts with partners, airlines, and other parties.
• Act as the point of contact with airlines, CBP, TSA and other authorities.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Project management

Budget & scheduling

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, Project Management, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

PM software

Job description

Aecon invites you to lead as Technical Director overseeing redevelopment and transition into operations of Cyril E. King and Henry E. Rohlsen Airports in the U.S.

Virgin Islands, a major Public-Private Partnership. You will report to the CEO and guide all technical aspects from development and design through construction and operational readiness. The role requires airport experience, strong leadership, and ability to manage main contractors, budgets, contracts and stakeholder interfaces with