Project Management Manager (Client Delivery)

Runway Safe Group; Kentucky; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Opportunities for professional development

Job summary

Runway Safe Group is seeking a Client Delivery Director/Manager. This leadership role involves overseeing project execution and delivery in Logan Township, NJ. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field and at least 7 years of experience in aviation or complex construction projects.

The position offers a salary range of $120,000 - $160,000, with a strong focus on safety and quality. Join our collaborative team dedicated to enhancing runway safety and operations.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in project or program delivery within aviation or complex construction environments.
• Strong competence in budget and schedule control.
• Ability to pass pre-employment and FBI background checks.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of complex projects and services.
• Ensure alignment across scope, schedule, budget, safety, and quality.
• Drive continuous improvement across delivery processes.

Skills

Project governance

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or relevant field

Job description

Weare growing and arenow looking to strengthen our team with aClient DeliveryDirector/Manager,based inLogan Township, NJ.

If youenjoy working in a dynamic environmentandyou aredriven by collaboration, you will thrive with us!

About Us

Runway Safe leads the industry in commercialaircraftarresting systems, dedicated to enhancing runway safety.Our mission is to improve runway operations and safety by providing knowledge and value-adding solutions to the aviation industry.

We enable airports around the world to do more with less: more safety with less space, more types ofaircraftswith less investment, more flights with less downtime, more preserved nature witha smallerairport footprint. We provide safety and efficiency.

Are you interested in becoming a part of our Team?

We are now looking for apassionateClient DeliveryDirector/Manager!

Position Overview

As Client DeliveryDirector/Manager, you will have overall responsibility for project execution and delivery once aRunway Safecontract is awarded. You will lead the end-to-end delivery of complex projects and services, ensuring alignment across scope, schedule, budget, safety, quality, and customer commitments from contract signing through handover and aftermarket readiness.

In this leadership role, you will report directly to the CXO and lead the Client Delivery function, managing a small team of direct reports, with overall responsibility for both the team’s development and project and field delivery. You will lead and support employees working on-site during installation, often inoperationalenvironments requiring flexibility, includingshift workandnight operations. You will plan workloads, coach and develop team members, and ensure the right capabilities, training, and resource mix are in place to support current and future project demands. You are accountable for ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient execution in the field, including workforce planning, supervision structures, and working conditions aligned with operational requirements. Success in the role is measured through safety performance, on-time delivery, margin control, documentation quality, team engagement, and customer confidence throughout the project lifecycle.

You will serve as the escalation point for execution-related risks, change control, and client communication, working closely with internalteamsand external stakeholders to ensure transparent governance and continuous improvement. The role combines strong peopleleadership with operational and commercial accountability, offering a unique opportunity to shape delivery excellence in a safety-critical and highly regulated environment.

We have a flat, collaborative culture with little focus on hierarchy. The title will be shapedand determinedbased on the selected candidate’s experience, seniority, and capability.

As part of the team, you will:

• Lead, develop, and coach the Client Delivery organization, with direct responsibility for project and field delivery resources, capability planning, and team performance.
• Establish and maintain strong project governance, including planning, resource coordination, budget and margin follow-up, and milestone control.
• Serve as the escalation point for execution risks, change control, and client communication, ensuring transparent decision-making and customer confidence.
• Drive continuous improvement across delivery processes, safety, quality, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.

YourProfile

You are a structured and accountable leader who takes ownership of delivery outcomes and leads teams through complex project environments. You communicate clearly, build trust with customers and stakeholders, and make sound decisions under pressure while maintaining a collaborative and execution‑focused approach.

We are looking for you who have:

• ABachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or another relevant technical field.
• 7+ years of experience successfully leading project or program delivery within aviation, airfield infrastructure, industrial systems, or other complex construction or manufacturing environments.
• Strong competence and proven skills in project governance, contract and scope management, budget and schedule control, risk management, and stakeholder management.
• Proven people leadership experience, including resource planning, coaching, performance follow‑up, and team capability development.
• A valid passport and driver’s license, with the ability and willingness to travel internationally and domestically when needed, around 30-40%.
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Ability to successfully pass pre-employment and FBI background checks.

It is considered a plus if you have:

• Master's degree or specialization within aviation, infrastructure or project management.
• Experience delivering airport safety systems, regulated infrastructure projects, or international delivery programs.
• Knowledge of EMAS, airport operations, and regulated aviation environments such as FAA, EASA, or ICAO.
• Formal certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, OSHA 30‑hour, contract management, or Lean/Six Sigma.

We offer

• A leadership role with responsibility for driving successful project delivery across teams, partners, and stakeholders in a safety‑critical and regulated environment.
• The opportunity to lead, support, and develop the Client Delivery team with clear direction, coaching, and shared accountability for delivery performance and continuous improvement.
• Opportunitiesfor professional development and long-term career growth.
• Competitiveand attractive total compensation model.
• Generous Benefit Package including Health insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, and more.

Compensation & Schedule for This Role

This role will be on-siteinourLogan Township,NJ,location.

• Office hours are Monday through Thursday, between 7am to 5pm. The position provides flexibility in working hours, while requiring sound professional judgment and accountability, with schedules driven by operational priorities, project milestones, and collaboration across teams and time zones.
• The annual basesalaryrangefor this position is$120,000 - $160,000.
• Starting salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, location, and alignment with market data.
• In addition to base salary, we offer a competitive and attractive total compensation package.

At Runway Safe we welcome you to our global team whereaccountability,collaborationandtransparency are a prerequisite for us to succeed in our mission.

Runway Safe is anequal-opportunityemployer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace with high commitment to bring safe airfields to everyone. We value personal responsibility anda collaborative mindset, knowing that engaged people working together are key to long-term success and company growth.

We work to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all applicants throughout the interview process. If you are passionate aboutmaking a real impact on global airport safety through real-world solutions,wewould love to hear from you!