Aviation Program Manager — Terminal Modernization Lead

STV; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 204,000 - 227,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

STV's Aviation group is seeking a Program Manager to lead large-scale terminal development programs at a client site in Chicago, IL. This senior role drives strategic program delivery from planning through closeout, coordinating with airport stakeholders, consultants, and contractors.

The role requires extensive leadership experience in aviation infrastructure, with strong emphasis on safety, schedule, budget, and regulatory compliance in a fast-paced urban market.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Aviation Management, or related field.
• Minimum 15+ years of progressive experience managing large-scale aviation, infrastructure, transportation, or terminal development projects.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex airport terminal projects, capital improvement programs, or aviation infrastructure initiatives.
• Proficiency with project management and reporting tools such as Primavera P6, MS Project, Procore, Bluebeam, or similar systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior leadership across multiple concurrent aviation terminal programs.
• Oversee planning, design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and turnover phases.
• Manage budgets, schedules, risk, and governance to meet client objectives.
• Coordinate with airport authorities, airlines, regulators, and contractors.
• Ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance across projects.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Communication

Team mentorship

Negotiation

Education

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

Master’s degree (preferred)

Professional certifications (PE/RA/CCM/PMP) preferred

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Procore

Bluebeam

Job description

STV's Aviation group is seeking a Program Manager to lead large-scale terminal development programs at a client site in Chicago, IL. This senior role drives strategic program delivery from planning through closeout, coordinating with airport stakeholders, consultants, and contractors.

The role requires extensive leadership experience in aviation infrastructure, with strong emphasis on safety, schedule, budget, and regulatory compliance in a fast-paced urban market.