Sr Program Manager - Aviation

Hill International is seeking a Sr. Program Manager (Seller-Doer) - Aviation in Los Angeles, California

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.

• 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.
• 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.

Depending upon your employment status, Hill’s comprehensive benefits may include, Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurances, Business Travel Accident Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Commuter Benefits, Legal Assistance, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Auto & Home Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Voluntary Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance. Paid Time Off (PTO), Holidays, 401(K) Retirement Savings Plan, Employee Referral Program, Professional Certification Incentive Program, Hill University Learning and Development, Tuition Reimbursement, EAP, Years of Service Awards Program.