Sr Program Manager - Aviation

The Aviation Program Manager is a senior leader responsible for driving business growth while providing executive oversight and delivery of complex airport infrastructure programs. This seller-doer role combines client development, capture management, MATOC task order pursuits, and program/project delivery responsibilities across airside and landside airport capital improvement programs. The successful candidate will maintain and expand relationships with airport authorities, airlines, aviation stakeholders, and public agencies while leading PM/CM assignments from planning through design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout. The Program Manager will oversee multidisciplinary teams delivering terminals, airfield, runway, taxiway, apron, roadway, utility, parking, and support facility projects under traditional and alternative delivery methods.

Responsibilities
Plans, organizes, controls, integrates and evaluates the work of assigned Client Programs/Projects to ensure that delivery of services comply with the contractual obligations defined by contract and industry standards.
Manage major Aviation Programs and Project Teams to successfully implement and deliver assigned assignments
Plans and evaluates performance of assigned directors, managers, and staff.
Monitors Hill’s Client Project Assignments to ensure:
Program/Projects 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 the existing staffing resources and prepare plan to ensure industry leading staffing
Support recruiting and management of project staff
Utilize existing Hill Intl training initiatives and adjust to align with the needs of the aviation industry, including development of additional curriculum to ensure aviation staff competencies
Provide project management and construction management services and guidance for aviation specific buildings and airport facility projects for state, local, Federal Aviation Administration, third party developers (PPP/DBFOM), and commercial Airline clients. The services and guidance may include development, rehabilitation and expansion, technical and regulatory services or other requested advisory
Monitor contractor performance and ensure compliance with FAA, TSA, airport, and project requirements.
Develop and implement Project Management and Delivery Plans (project Governance)
Ensure Program/Project is managed in accordance with agreed upon governance plan and meets/exceeds Client expectations
Serve as Hill’s primary Client contact for communicating Program/Project information
Maintain and monitor Hill project budgets for client services 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 successful networking and presentations
Utilize market research, competitor analysis, professional conferences, and other means to identify potential new projects and identifying opportunities within the commercial and private aviation market
Assist in the development and implementation of effective teaming strategies through existing and potential business relationships
Develop and execute strategic growth plans for aviation clients and target markets.
Prepare and participate in interviews, presentations, and industry conferences.
Develop teaming strategies and strategic partnerships.
Support contract negotiations and project startup activities.
Meet annual sales, revenue, and utilization objectives.

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 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
Possess extensive experience in airport and airline operations, industry relationships and comprehend the regulatory, construction, and operational airport environment
Demonstrated experience pursuing and managing MATOC, IDIQ, or On-Call contracts.
Experience supervising multidisciplinary project teams and consultants.
Significant proposal development experience, expressed through written documentation and technical communication skills
Proven track-record 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

Technical Knowledge:

FAA Advisory Circulars
Airport operational requirements
Program controls and reporting
Capital planning and CIP development
Alternative delivery methods
Risk management
Construction management
Schedule management
Cost management
Contract administration
Change management

Preferred Certifications:

PMP (Project Management Professional)
CCM (Certified Construction Manager)
PE (Professional Engineer)
DBIA Professional Certification
AAAE Credentials
LEED Accreditation

Key Competencies:

Client Relationship Management
Strategic Business Development
Executive Presence
Team Leadership
Negotiation Skills
Financial Management
Capture Management
Public Agency Experience
Stakeholder Engagement
Problem Solving
Written and Verbal Communication
Airport Operations Awareness

Performance Expectations

Meet annual aviation sales and revenue targets.
Expand MATOC and airport client portfolio.
Maintain high client satisfaction scores.
Successfully deliver projects on schedule and within budget.
Grow aviation PM/CM backlog and market presence.
Mentor and develop future aviation leaders.
Contribute to strategic growth of the aviation practice.
The salary range for this position is $220,000 - $260,000. The salary offered will be based on the applicant’s qualifications, education, experience and work location.