Project Manager

Avmax Group; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Avmax Group in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a seasoned Project Manager to lead complex aircraft maintenance projects within the Production division. You will develop integrated project plans, track budgets, manage manpower, and coordinate between Vendors, Customers and Lead Hands to keep work packages on schedule.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of five years in project management, an airframe and powerplant background preferred, strong communication skills, and a track record of driving

Qualifications

• Project Management Certificate completion or enrollment (preferred).
• Airframe and Powerplant License (preferred).
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Possesses fundamental aircraft knowledge.
• Ability to motivate employees.
• Continued business development.
• Demonstrated ability to work well with other individuals throughout the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to work with predictive budgets.
• Demonstrated capability in managing others.

Responsibilities

• Develop integrated project plans i.e. Gantt Charts, Project reports, Budget vs. Actual reports, Overtime reports, Parts Shortage reports, etc.
• Implement schedules for short term, long term, and major projects
• Determine appropriate manpower requirements to effectively manage project
• Prepare and manage project budget and perform periodic cost and productivity analysis
• Understand and implement all contract conditions
• Act as direct liaison between the Vendors / Customers / and Lead hands, and responsible for coordinating minor additions to work package.
• Responsible to monitor and ensure that all personnel, parts, and engineering needs are being procured on time and on budget
• Liaise with all business units and production personnel (Sales, Planning, Quality Assurance, etc.) to ensure every aspect of the project is complete and on schedule
• Provide on the job instructions to Lead Hands
• Responsible to ensure the paperwork moves through process in a timely fashion
• Maintain schedules for aircraft assigned and report any variances to production manager and/or Director of Maintenance
• Anticipate, react, and report potential production interruptions and aid in recovery to minimize production loss
• Monitor and report the status of the project on a regular basis
• Hold daily hangar floor crew meetings to provide context to all crew members and communicate any potential issues with the project and review safety with the crews
• Responsible to ensure project is completed on time and within budget
• Monitor and evaluate program and project effectiveness and effect changes required for improvement utilizing a post mortem analysis
• Assist Director of Maintenance in administering performance reviews, salary recommendations, and corrective progressive discipline
• Assist in monitoring the efficiency and productivity of crew members work and report any issues to the Production Manager and/or Director of Maintenance

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Project Management Certificate

Airframe & Powerplant License

Job description

Why work at Avmax?

Avmax has a diverse workforce with opportunity for growth and career advancements. We offer competitive compensation and benefit packages, flexibility, work-life balance and a friendly working environment.

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: Jacksonville, FL

Division/Department: Production

Available vacancies: 01

Why work at Avmax?

Avmax has a diverse workforce with opportunity for growth and career advancements. We offer competitive compensation and benefit packages, flexibility, work-life balance and a friendly working environment.

We are proud of our work and commitment to create one of the leading workforce, products and services in the Aviation industry.

Reporting Structure

The Project Manager reports directly to the Director of Maintenance.

Shift hours: FOR MRO ONLY

Core Competencies

• Communication
• Attitude
• Problem Solving
• Professionalism
• Team Player

Key Performance Indicators / Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop integrated project plans i.e. Gantt Charts, Project reports, Budget vs. Actual reports, Overtime reports, Parts Shortage reports, etc.
• Implement schedules for short term, long term, and major projects
• Determine appropriate manpower requirements to effectively manage project
• Prepare and manage project budget and perform periodic cost and productivity analysis
• Understand and implement all contract conditions
• Act as direct liaison between the Vendors / Customers / and Lead hands, and responsible for coordinating minor additions to work package.
• Responsible to monitor and ensure that all personnel, parts, and engineering needs are being procured on time and on budget
• Liaise with all business units and production personnel (Sales, Planning, Quality Assurance, etc.) to ensure every aspect of the project is complete and on schedule
• Provide on the job instructions to Lead Hands
• Responsible to ensure the paperwork moves through process in a timely fashion
• Maintain schedules for aircraft assigned and report any variances to production manager and/or Director of Maintenance
• Anticipate, react, and report potential production interruptions and aid in recovery to minimize production loss
• Monitor and report the status of the project on a regular basis
• Hold daily hangar floor crew meetings to provide context to all crew members and communicate any potential issues with the project and review safety with the crews
• Responsible to ensure project is completed on time and within budget
• Monitor and evaluate program and project effectiveness and effect changes required for improvement utilizing a post mortem analysis
• Assist Director of Maintenance in administering performance reviews, salary recommendations, and corrective progressive discipline
• Assist in monitoring the efficiency and productivity of crew members work and report any issues to the Production Manager and/or Director of Maintenance

General Duties

• Review and be fully familiarized with all aspects of Avmax's RSQC Manual. Compliance with the manual's policy and procedure are mandatory.
• Demonstrate ability to work well with other individuals throughout the organization.
• Promote company values, vision, and mission
• Attend training courses as directed by company management
• Ensure work environment is safe and clean
• Report and communicate when safety processes are not followed
• Continuous Improvement recommendations

Qualifications

• Project Management Certificate completion or enrollment (preferred).
• Airframe and Powerplant License (preferred).
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Possesses fundamental aircraft knowledge.
• Ability to motivate employees.
• Continued business development.
• Demonstrated ability to work well with other individuals throughout the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to work with predictive budgets.
• Demonstrated capability in managing others.

Experience

• Minimum of five years' experience as a Project Manager or Supervisor/Manager.
• Aircraft knowledge considered an asset

Our Recruitment Commitments

• We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
• Depending on qualifications, selected candidates may be offered a role at a more appropriate level.
• Avmax Group offers a competitive compensation package including an optimal benefits plan and retirement plan.
• Avmax Group Inc. is dedicated to and prides itself on being an EEO/AA We celebrate and welcome the diversity of all of our employees. Avmax Group Inc. has specific policies in place to prevent discrimination in our hiring practices on the basis of the protected groups.
• Avmax is a drug free work environment and participates in pre-employment and random alcohol and/or drug screening.