Aviation Construction Lead for Airport Projects
Burns & McDonnell
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Job summary
Burns & McDonnell seeks a senior leader to guide the Aviation Construction Section, directing a team of project managers to deliver complex airport capital improvement programs and aviation projects. You will balance airport operations with construction, manage budgets, and ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
The role focuses on strategic growth, staff development, and client relationships across airport authorities, airlines, and federal agencies, with a track record of
Qualifications
- Bachelor degree in engineering, architecture, construction or related field with 5 years’ relevant experience.
- Aviation or airport construction experience is preferred.
- Strong leadership and change-management capabilities.
Responsibilities
- Provide leadership and strategic direction to a team of aviation construction project managers.
- Oversee airport CIP programs including terminals, airfields, and related infrastructure.
- Ensure safe, on-time and on-budget project delivery across all phases.
- Coordinate with airport authorities, airlines, and regulators to manage impacts on operations.
- Build client relationships and drive growth for the aviation practice.
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Job description
Burns & McDonnell seeks a senior leader to guide the Aviation Construction Section, directing a team of project managers to deliver complex airport capital improvement programs and aviation projects. You will balance airport operations with construction, manage budgets, and ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
The role focuses on strategic growth, staff development, and client relationships across airport authorities, airlines, and federal agencies, with a track record of
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