Aviation Construction Manager: Lead Field & Safety (Midwest)

Woolpert; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 87,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Freedom to Work

Career development

Paid time off

Health insurance

Job summary

Woolpert in Indianapolis, Indiana is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to join our Aviation market and lead field teams on airside infrastructure projects including runways and taxiways. You will oversee inspection, contract administration, and progress reporting to ensure safety, quality, and schedule compliance.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in construction management, a bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management, strong communication skills, and familiarity with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 5+ years of construction management or project management experience.
• Strong understanding of civil engineering and land development construction practices, including means and methods.
• FAA construction specifications experience is a plus.
• Experience with construction inspection, observation reporting, and quantity tracking.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• OSHA 10-Hour Construction Certification (or ability to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Be part of a team delivering critical aviation related infrastructure projects, that include runways, taxiways, aprons and airfield lighting.
• Manage construction inspection and quality assurance testing activities for diverse aviation related construction projects.
• Coordinate change orders, RFI’s, budgets, schedules and conduct contract administration.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and clients to ensure alignment on project goals and expectations.
• Monitor and track contractor performance, prepare daily and weekly progress reports and maintain accurate project documentation.
• Oversee quality of materials and workmanship, ensuring adherence to project specifications.
• Provide on-site leadership, including issuing field direction and supporting resolution of construction issues.
• Develop meeting agendas, facilitate discussions, and document meeting minutes.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of as-built drawings.
• Promote and enforce job site safety standards and procedures.

Skills

Construction management

Project management

Civil engineering knowledge

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Field leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Woolpert in Indianapolis, Indiana is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to join our Aviation market and lead field teams on airside infrastructure projects including runways and taxiways. You will oversee inspection, contract administration, and progress reporting to ensure safety, quality, and schedule compliance.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in construction management, a bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management, strong communication skills, and familiarity with