Aviation Assistant Project Manager (Hybrid)

Pmaconsultants; Newark (NJ); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

PMA has an immediate opening for an Assistant Project Manager to oversee a portfolio of high‑profile Aviation projects. The role manages small‑to‑medium construction projects or portions of larger programs, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and stakeholder coordination.

Hybrid work at Newark Airport with some remote flexibility, reporting to the Senior Project Manager. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, 5+ years of PM experience in the AEC industry, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, architecture or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive project management experience in the AEC industry.
• Aviation project experience preferred.
• Experience in all levels of the project life cycle is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct day‑to‑day construction project planning and execution to meet project design, schedule, and financial objectives.
• Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, and resource allocations.
• Establish and maintain project governance processes and PM tools.
• Conduct site supervision and provide QA/QC observations during construction and closeout phases.
• Coordinate architect and engineer responses to on‑site concerns.
• Monitor project milestones, changes, and technical progress; develop recovery plans as needed.
• Liaise with owners, contractors, consultants, and other stakeholders to resolve conflicts and align project goals.
• Support contract administration and third‑party vendor coordination.
• Lead project meetings and facilitate communication across teams.
• Identify risks, track project performance metrics, and recommend process improvements.
• Participate in the development of procurement documents and construction specifications.
• Assist in preparation and review of submittals, RFIs, and change orders.
• Interface regularly with internal departments and external clients, ensuring high‑quality service delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Strong communication

Cross-functional teams

Stakeholder coordination

Project management

QA/QC

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, architecture or related field

Tools

PM tools

Job description

PMA has an immediate opening for an Assistant Project Manager to oversee a portfolio of high‑profile Aviation projects. The role manages small‑to‑medium construction projects or portions of larger programs, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and stakeholder coordination.

Hybrid work at Newark Airport with some remote flexibility, reporting to the Senior Project Manager. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, 5+ years of PM experience in the AEC industry, and