Aviation Program Director: Terminal Modernization Leader

STV Incorporated; Los Angeles, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 224,000 - 249,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Professional development

Job summary

STV Incorporated is seeking a Project Director/Senior Project Manager for the Aviation group in Los Angeles. The role leads strategic delivery across large-scale terminal development programs, guiding multidisciplinary teams from planning through turnover and ensuring safety, schedule, and budget adherence.

The position requires executive-level leadership, strong stakeholder engagement with airport authorities, airlines, and consultants, and a track record of delivering complex infrastructure in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Aviation Management, or related field required.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in large-scale aviation/terminal projects.
• Experience leading complex airport terminal programs and multidisciplinary teams.
• Knowledge of FAA regulations, airport standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency with project management tools (Primavera P6, MS Project, Procore, Bluebeam).

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction for aviation and terminal development programs.
• Oversee planning, design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and turnover phases.
• Coordinate with airport authorities, airlines, tenants, and contractors.
• Lead project controls including scheduling, budgeting, and risk management.
• Manage client relationships and executive-facing reporting.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Executive communication

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Aviation Management, or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Procore

Bluebeam

Job description

STV Incorporated is seeking a Project Director/Senior Project Manager for the Aviation group in Los Angeles. The role leads strategic delivery across large-scale terminal development programs, guiding multidisciplinary teams from planning through turnover and ensuring safety, schedule, and budget adherence.

The position requires executive-level leadership, strong stakeholder engagement with airport authorities, airlines, and consultants, and a track record of delivering complex infrastructure in