Aviation Infrastructure Program Leader

Burns & McDonnell; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 115,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell’s Aviation Construction Section Manager leads the aviation construction project management team within the Construction Global Practice, directing the delivery of complex airport capital programs and related infrastructure projects including terminals, runways, taxiways, utilities, and landside facilities.

This role requires strategic leadership, strong stakeholder coordination with airport authorities and airlines, and a focus on safety, quality, and profitable growth while

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in engineering, architecture, construction, or related degree and 5 years related professional experience in design and/or project management required or applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.
• Previous experience in aviation or airport construction experience preferred.
• Previous leadership and/or management experience is preferable.
• Must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employees, management, and clients.
• Position requires the ability to thoughtfully and positively influence, lead, and manage change.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, mentorship, and strategic direction to a team of aviation construction project managers responsible for delivering airport and aviation infrastructure projects.
• Lead the growth and operational performance of the aviation construction section, ensuring appropriate staffing, resource allocation, utilization, and workforce development to support current and future project demands.
• Oversee the planning and execution of airport CIP and aviation construction projects, including terminal expansions, airfield improvements, utility upgrades, cargo facilities, maintenance facilities, and other aviation-related infrastructure.
• Ensure successful project delivery through all phases of planning, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout while maintaining safety, quality, schedule, and budget objectives.
• Provide leadership and oversight for projects executed within active airport environments, ensuring construction activities are coordinated to minimize impacts to airport operations, airline stakeholders, passengers, and the traveling public.

Skills

Aviation construction leadership

Project management

Strategic planning

Stakeholder communication

Safety and quality focus

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

5+ years related experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Burns & McDonnell’s Aviation Construction Section Manager leads the aviation construction project management team within the Construction Global Practice, directing the delivery of complex airport capital programs and related infrastructure projects including terminals, runways, taxiways, utilities, and landside facilities.

This role requires strategic leadership, strong stakeholder coordination with airport authorities and airlines, and a focus on safety, quality, and profitable growth while