Senior Project Manager - Electrical

The Senior Project Manager oversees complex electrical construction projects within active airport environments, including terminals, concourses, airfield lighting systems, hangars, control towers, baggage handling systems, and other mission‑critical facilities. This role manages project delivery from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring safety, technical accuracy, schedule performance, and compliance with aviation operational requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical scopes for aviation projects, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, procurement, and resource coordination.
• Review electrical drawings, specifications, RFIs, submittals, and schedules for completeness and constructability.
• Identify and resolve design gaps, system conflicts, and constructability issues across electrical and low‑voltage systems.
• Manage phased shutdowns, infrastructure upgrades, and work in secured/airside environments while maintaining airport operations.
• Serve as the primary liaison with owners, airport authorities, design teams, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Oversee cost control, forecasting, change orders, subcontractor management, and monthly job cost reviews.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to project teams, including PMs, APMs, Project Engineers, and field personnel.
• Maintain strong communication, deliver progress updates, and support issue resolution throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure proper documentation, quality control, and timely project closeout.

Requirements

• 8–15 years of progressive electrical construction project management experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
• PMP certification is a plus.
• Strong electrical background; trade certification or equivalent experience preferred.
• Experience working in active airport environments, including secured/airside work and phased shutdowns.
• Knowledge of electrical and low‑voltage systems, airfield lighting, baggage handling power/controls, security/access control, and life‑safety systems.
• Proficiency with project management software
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain airport‑issued credentials and security clearance.
• Willingness to work onsite and travel as needed.