Aviation Terminal PM Leader - Senior Project Manager (ESOP)

W.E. O'Neil Construction; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 215,000 - 235,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP ownership

Excellent benefits package

Bonus program

Medical/dental/vision insurance

PTO and sick leave

Life insurance

401(k) with match

Student debt assistance

Job summary

W.E. O'Neil Construction in Pleasanton, CA is seeking a Senior Project Manager - Aviation to lead the delivery of airport construction projects, including terminals and concourses, through leadership of teams, client relationships, and sound business performance.

The role requires real airport site experience, managing complex programs in active environments, and ensuring safety, quality, and on-schedule execution from preconstruction through closeout.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of construction industry experience including terminal or ancillary building work at a commercial airport.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated success managing large or complex construction projects and teams in active, occupied, or security-controlled environments.
• Expert understanding of contracts, project controls, scheduling, procurement, cost management, and risk management.
• Familiarity with airport authority processes, badging/security requirements, and phased construction in operational facilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction management platforms such as Procore, CMiC, and/or Navisworks.
• OSHA 30-Hour certification, or ability to obtain within established company timelines.

Responsibilities

• Champion project safety, quality, scheduling, and risk management across aviation projects.
• Maintain accountability for project forecasting, budgeting, billing, cash flow, and financial performance.
• Lead administration of prime contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, and project agreements, directing change management processes.
• Evaluate cost impacts, forecast variances, and contractual risks; implement corrective actions and resolve claims.
• Lead, mentor, and develop Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, Project Engineers, and other team members.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with airport authorities, consultants, subcontractors, and industry partners.
• Lead project delivery from preconstruction through closeout with attention to airport phasing and access constraints.
• Champion integration of VDC/BIM processes to support constructability and risk mitigation.
• Oversee turnover, commissioning, and closeout activities through successful project completion.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree in CM/Engineering/Architecture

Tools

Procore

CMiC

Navisworks

Job description

W.E. O'Neil Construction in Pleasanton, CA is seeking a Senior Project Manager - Aviation to lead the delivery of airport construction projects, including terminals and concourses, through leadership of teams, client relationships, and sound business performance.

The role requires real airport site experience, managing complex programs in active environments, and ensuring safety, quality, and on-schedule execution from preconstruction through closeout.