Assistant Project Manager (1965)

Paycom; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Avflight Corporation seeks an Assistant Project Manager to support aviation infrastructure and capital improvement projects, including fuel farm construction and hangar development. You will help plan, schedule, budget and report on project progress, coordinating with cross-functional teams.

The role requires a 2-year degree in aviation or related study, 2 years’ experience, and strong communication skills. Travel up to 75% of the year is expected.

Qualifications

• Requires a 2-year degree or higher education in aviation or related field.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in aviation infrastructure or related field preferred.
• Must be 18 years or older and legally eligible to work in the U.S.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office and SharePoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, safety-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Support aviation infrastructure and capital improvement projects from planning to execution.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, task lists and timelines.
• Assist with budget tracking, cost analysis and reporting.
• Prepare scopes, change orders and progress reports for review.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to manage resources and deliverables.
• Monitor milestones, identify risks and help develop mitigation strategies.
• Assist with environmental fieldwork and on-site support as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Time management

Problem-solving

Leadership support

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aviation or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Avflight Corporation - Ann Arbor, MI 48108, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: 2 Year Degree, Job Shift: Any, Assistant Project Manager

Avflight Corporation is a global aviation services company specializing in fixed base operations (FBOs), aircraft fueling, ground handling, and aviation infrastructure. Avflight develops, operates, and maintains airport and private aviation facilities throughout its network.

General Purpose of Job

The Assistant Project Manager will support a wide range of aviation infrastructure and capital improvement projects, including fuel farm construction and upgrades, new FBO and hangar development, facility renovations, roofing, hangar doors, HVAC and mechanical systems, pavement and ramp improvements, and other airport and private aviation infrastructure projects.

Duties

• Ensuring compliance with established Avflight Standards.
• Developing and maintaining project schedules, task lists and timelines.
• Assisting with project budgeting, expense tracking and cost analysis.
• Preparing scope of documents, change orders and progress reports for review.
• Coordinating with cross-functional teams to manage resources and deliverables.
• Monitoring project milestones, identifying risks and helping develop mitigation plans.
• Managing contracts, certificates of insurance, lien waivers, and vendor invoices
• Organizing and documenting project meetings, decisions and action items.
• Supporting quality assurance by checking deliverables against requirements.
• Aid in Environmental Fieldwork.
• On-site support as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience
• 4-year college degree in Aviation or related study and/or equivalent professional experience preferred
• Must be 18 years or older
• Airport infrastructure, construction, facilities, engineering, or aviation experience preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SharePoint required
• Healthy regard for the importance of safety in the workplace
• Must possess strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
• Personable, organized, self-motivated, and has a strong work ethic
• Ability to multi-task
• Must be willing to travel up to 75% of the time throughout the year
• Must pass background check, pre-employment drug test, have valid Driver's license with a good driving record within company standards
• Must have authorization to work in the U.S.

Skills and Competencies

• Project scheduling.
• Budgeting and financial tracking.
• Report writing and presentation development.
• Data analysis and KPI measurement.
• Communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Problem-solving and adaptability.
• Time management and prioritization.
• Leadership support and conflict resolution.
• Attention to detail and documentation accuracy.

Work Environment

Airport environment: Indoors and Outdoors. Extreme outdoor conditions where extreme temperature ranges may be encountered.

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