Senior Project Manager (Construction)

Columbusairports; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 135,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

The Columbus Regional Airport Authority is seeking a seasoned Construction Project Manager to lead complex projects at CMH, LCK, and TZR. You will supervise engineers, architects, surveyors, and contractors, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality compliance.

Responsibilities include coordinating design and permitting, directing meetings, and managing project documentation with internal and external stakeholders. A CMAR background and Ohio driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, architecture, engineering, or related field.
• Minimum seven (7) years of construction project management experience.
• Experience with Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) delivery method.
• Extensive knowledge of building and civil construction techniques and contracts.
• Valid Ohio driver’s license and pre-employment drug test.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate with engineers, architects, surveyors, and contractors.
• Coordinate design, construction, and permitting with stakeholders and tenants.
• Lead meetings and manage information flow and project communications.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder coordination

Budget management

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management/architecture/engineering

Tools

Project management software

Job description

The Columbus Regional Airport Authority manages and operates passenger-focused John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH), cargo-focused Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK), and general aviation airport Bolton Field (TZR). We are a diverse group of committed and talented professionals who show up every day to take CRAA to new heights. Although our roles are as diverse as we are – from Custodial Services to Customer Service, from Accounting to Airport Police, from HVAC to Human Resources – we have one common goal: connect Ohio with the world. Our organization is in constant motion, moving people and cargo 365 days a year. With our core values of Accountability, Innovation and Respect guiding us, we each do our part to contribute to our organization, the aviation industry, local businesses, and the economy. We create experiences for passengers, we create opportunities for businesses, and we create economic growth for Columbus. Trust and respect are the foundation of our culture. We invite new ideas. We encourage innovation. We are inclusive and welcoming. We are empowered to enact positive change.

Your “Take Off” will be successful by doing the following with excellence:

• Supervises and coordinates with engineers, architects, surveyors, and contractors in all phases and aspects of project development and execution.
• Coordinates project design, construction, and permitting with internal CRAA stakeholders, airport tenants, and outside agencies.
• Conducts and attends meetings and disseminates and manages information.
• Ensures compliance with specifications and timely completion of projects.
• Executes disciplined approach and standards for project communications, resource planning and issue resolution processes to ensure success.
• May work with cross-functional teams.
• Prepares for and leads meetings including pre-bid, pre-construction, and stakeholder progress.
• Makes submissions, manages information, and provides updates with project management software, including funding, budgets, scheduling, contracts, task orders, change orders, pay applications, invoices, and purchase orders.
• Performs budget and contract management to ensure projects stay within budget and contract amounts.
• Coordinates, investigates, and assists other CRAA departments, government agencies, utility companies, and area developers with questions and information requests.
• Provides risk and dispute management during all phases of design and construction.
• Performs related work as required.

Salary range for this position is $135,000.00 - $155,000.00. The offered salary is evaluated using internal equity, job knowledge, skills, experience, and other key factors.

Your “Landing” will be smooth if you meet the following requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum seven (7) years of previous construction project management experience, including experience managing large-scale generation projects utilizing the Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) project delivery method.
• Or equivalent education and years of experience.
• Extensive knowledge of building and civil construction techniques and construction contracts.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Ohio Driver's license, in good standings.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test, which includes testing for marijuana (medical marijuana cards are not acceptable).

The Columbus Regional Airport Authority is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or terms and conditions of employment because of an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, and all other groups or classes protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The Authority does not tolerate violence or drug use in the workplace.

As an employee with CRAA, you are valued. We foster an authentic workplace, that is respectful and inclusive. We expect and practice Accountability, Innovation and Respect. We hire talented individuals, who are passionate about connecting Ohio with the world.

If you are ready to be a part of a supportive and collaborative organization then let your career take off at CRAA. The sky’s the limit!