ORAT Project Manager

Civil Technology, Inc.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

Cell phone reimbursement

Health insurance

Paid time off

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Civil Technology Inc. is seeking an ORAT Project Manager to support Operational Readiness Activation & Transition at Denver International Airport under the Great Hall program.

You will lead coordination among stakeholders, support readiness planning, and drive trial operations to ensure full operational performance from day one. Responsibilities include developing ORAT plans, coordinating with partners, managing risks, training staff, and maintaining comprehensive documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Airport or Operations Management, Business Administration, or relevant field.
• 3+ years of experience in stakeholder communications and/or ORAT (project management/planning).
• Strong project management and planning skills and the ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Dynamic and detailed-oriented.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Familiarity with ORAT methodologies and aviation operations experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Project Planning and Coordination: Develop ORAT plans and coordinate execution through meetings and site walks.
• Transition Management: Oversee turnover of projects and compile operation manuals and guides.
• Risk Management: Track risks, develop mitigation strategies, and escalate issues to minimize disruptions.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build relationships with airport partners and ensure a coordinated approach.
• Training and Simulation: Coordinate training programs and simulations for staff readiness.
• Documentation and Reporting: Document actions, maintain schedules and trackers, provide updates to ORAT team.
• Quality Assurance: Support post-transition evaluations and lessons learned.

Skills

Stakeholder communications

ORAT experience

Project management

Aviation operations

Microsoft Project

MS Teams

Excel

BlueBeam Revu

Education

Bachelor's degree in Airport or Operations Management, Business Administration, or relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Excel

BlueBeam Revu

Job description

Civil Technology Inc. (CTI) is seeking a highly qualified ORAT Project Manager to support Operational Readiness Activation & Transition (ORAT) services at Denver International Airport under the Great Hall program. This position plays a critical part in ensuring that newly constructed and renovated areas in the Great Hall are ready for acceptance and seamlessly transitioned to the operations team.

The successful candidate will lead coordination among multiple stakeholders, support readiness planning, and execute trial operations to ensure full operational performance from day one.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Planning and Coordination: Support the development of ORAT plans as well as the execution and coordination of the plans through meetings, site walks, etc.
• Transition Management: Support the turnover of projects by tracking and transmittal of extra material stock for stakeholders, compiling operation and maintenance manuals and assist in creating operational guides for stakeholders.
• Risk Management: Track risks and challenges associated with the transition of project deliverable to the stakeholders and develop mitigation strategies. Proactively identify and elevate risks to minimize disruptions to airport operations.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders. Collaborate with airport partners to gather input, address concerns, and ensure a coordinated and collaborative approach to design, construction and ORAT.
• Training and Simulation: Coordinate and support training programs and simulations to prepare airport staff for the transition. Ensure that all team members are well-equipped to handle their roles during the transition period.
• Documentation and Reporting: Support the ORAT team by taking meeting minutes, documenting action items and developing schedules and trackers to maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of ORAT activities. Provide regular updates to ORAT team.
• Quality Assurance: Support post-transition evaluations, surveys and lessons learned to identify areas for improvement.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Airport or Operations Management, Business Administration, or relevant field
• 3+ years of experience in stakeholder communications and/or ORAT (project management/planning).
• Strong project management and planning skills and the ability to work under tight deadlines
• Dynamic and detailed-oriented
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders
• Ability to learn quickly and be resourceful
• Professional experience in airport or airline operations, organizational development, or large-scale event logistics.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills in high-stakes, multi-entity environments.
• Familiarity with ORAT methodologies
• Denver International Airport, Airline, Aviation, TSA, or Build experience is a plus.
• PMP certification or related project management experience preferred.
• Familiarity with aviation regulations and industry best practices
• Proficient with Microsoft Project, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Excel and BlueBeam Revu

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Why Join CTI?

• High-Impact Work: Be part of transformational projects shaping Denver’s infrastructure.
• Competitive Compensation: Strong salary and opportunities for growth.
• Family-Oriented Culture: Supportive, close-knit environment that values collaboration and communication.
• Tangible Benefits: Full benefits package, competitive 401(k) matching, certification support, and more.
• Big Impact, Small Team: Your contributions won’t get lost in the crowd—they’ll be recognized and appreciated.
• Commitment to Diversity: Certified SBE, M/WBE, DBE, and ESB; we value every voice.
• Cutting-Edge Projects: Work on complex, high-profile construction management efforts at DEN and beyond.
• Continuous Learning: Professional development and certification support are core to our culture.
• Small Business Advantage: Agility and entrepreneurial spirit with the resources and reach of legacy projects.

Additional Benefits

• 401(k) with match
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Performance bonuses

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About Civil Technology Inc.

Since 1989, Civil Technology, Inc. (CTI) has been pushing the boundaries of construction and program management in Denver for decades. We don’t just manage projects—we elevate them. From pre-design to the final closeout, our team delivers unmatched expertise, ensuring every project not only meets but exceeds expectations.