Program Manager - Aviation

Hill International, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international consulting firm is seeking a Program Manager – Aviation to manage and deliver major aviation programs. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field, with a minimum of 15 years in program management. Key responsibilities include overseeing project delivery, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, and maintaining client relationships. Excellent communication and technical writing skills are essential, along with extensive experience in the aviation industry. This role requires the ability to travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of program and construction management experience in aviation.
• Extensive experience in airport and airline operations.
• Proven track record in managing major aviation projects.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and evaluate the work of assigned client programs.
• Ensure adherence to contractual obligations and industry standards.
• Manage major aviation programs and project teams.

Skills

Program and construction management

Communication skills

Technical writing

Client relationship management

Aviation industry knowledge

Client relationship management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, or related field

Job description

Program Manager – Aviation

Job Description:

• Plan, organize, control, integrate and evaluate the work of assigned client programs and projects to ensure delivery of services complies with the contractual obligations defined by contract and industry standards.
• Manage major aviation programs and project teams to successfully implement and deliver assigned assignments.
• Plan and evaluate performance of assigned directors, managers and staff.
• Monitor Hill’s client project assignments to ensure:
  • Program and project assignments are carried out per contractual and industry standards.
  • Program/project financial results meet both client and Hill contractual expectations.
  • Program/project delivery schedules adhere to client contractual requirements.
• Assess staffing abilities and identify the immediate and long‑range strategic hires necessary to achieve company goals.
• Understand existing staffing resources and prepare a plan to ensure industry‑leading staffing.
• Support recruiting and management of project staff.
• Utilize existing Hill International training initiatives and adjust them to align with the needs of the aviation industry, including development of additional curriculum to assure aviation staff competencies.
• Provide project management and construction management services and guidance for aviation‑specific buildings and airport facility projects for state, local, federal and third‑party developers (PPP/DBFOM) as well as commercial airline clients. Services and guidance may include development, rehabilitation and expansion, technical and regulatory services or other advisory requests.
• Develop and implement Project Management and Delivery Plans (project governance).
• Ensure program/project is managed in accordance with the agreed‑upon governance plan and meets or exceeds client expectations.
• Serve as Hill’s primary client contact for communicating program/project information.
• Maintain and monitor Hill project budgets to ensure effort of services are commensurate with contract obligations and meet Hill’s financial objectives.
• Identify, document and inform Hill Aviation and Regional Operations Management of any scope changes and claims by owner/client that may impact Hill’s contractual agreement, schedule and fee.
• Identify business, client and project opportunities consistent with plans and strategy.
• Provide direction to and maintain communication with Regional Sales and Operations personnel.
• Establish and maintain positive client and partner relationships through networking and presentations.
• Utilize market research, competitor analysis, professional conferences and other means to identify potential new projects and opportunities within the commercial and private aviation market.
• Assist in the development and implementation of effective teaming strategies through existing and potential business relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering or Construction Management, or requisite experience and/or degrees in aviation‑related study.
• Minimum 15 years of program and construction management experience in aviation facility projects for state, local, federal and/or commercial clients, specifically in key roles with both technical and management responsibilities.
• Extensive experience in airport and airline operations, industry relationships and comprehension of the regulatory, construction and operational airport environment.
• Significant proposal development experience, expressed through written documentation and technical communication skills.
• Proven track record of successfully managing and delivering major aviation projects and programs.
• Ability to communicate with and document relationships with global, national, regional and local aviation markets, contractors, A/E firms and clients.
• Excellent technical writing, verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to travel as required.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veteran/Disabled

Disclaimer: This job description is intended to provide an indication of the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions to be carried out as part of fulfilling the role mentioned in the job title. Various other duties as required.