Aviation Project Manager/Construction Manager

WSP•Brentwood, TN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

WSP is seeking an Aviation Project Manager/Construction Manager for their Brentwood, TN Location. This role involves managing the Airport Improvement Request (AIR) Program, facilitating tenant modifications and improvements within airport facilities. The position requires maintaining and updating AIR manuals, design standards, and construction guidelines, as well as overseeing multidisciplinary design reviews and constructability reviews of plans and specifications. The Project Manager will coordinate with internal departments and stakeholders, oversee tenant-led design and construction activities from initiation through closeout, and administer construction activities. Maintaining accurate project records, reviewing tenant construction schedules, and allocating/managing construction coordination and design review resources are also key responsibilities. The role involves collaborating with contractors, consultants, and stakeholders to resolve technical issues and coordinating project execution with property owners, regulatory agencies, and project teams. Identifying environmental and safety risks and ensuring compliance with OSHA and applicable safety standards is crucial. Additional duties and special projects may be assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (In lieu of a degree, an additional 4+ years of relevant experience will be considered)
7–10+ years of experience in construction management, design review, or program/project management—preferably in aviation or complex infrastructure environments
Demonstrated experience managing design and construction activities, including plan review, submittals, and project coordination
Strong knowledge of building codes, construction standards, and regulatory compliance requirements
Experience working with multidisciplinary teams across architectural and engineering disciplines
Ability to interpret plans, specifications, and construction schedules
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to coordinate across diverse teams
Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment
Familiarity with OSHA regulations and safety best practices
Must be authorized to work in the United States

Nice To Haves

Experience working on airport or aviation infrastructure projects
Knowledge of tenant improvement programs or similar approval processes
Professional licensure or certifications (PMP, PE, RA, CCM, or similar)
Experience with project management and document control systems

Responsibilities

Manage the Airport Improvement Request (AIR) Program, facilitating tenant modifications and improvements within airport facilities
Maintain and update AIR manuals, design standards, and construction guidelines to ensure consistency and compliance
Oversee multidisciplinary design reviews (architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and civil) for all tenant submittmits
Perform constructability reviews of plans and specifications at required design milestones
Coordinate with internal departments and stakeholders to ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and airport requirements
Oversee tenant-led design and construction activities from initiation through closeout
Administer construction activities, including attending meetings, reviewing submittals, and evaluating shop drawings
Maintain accurate project records, reports, and database tracking throughout project lifecycle and closeout
Review tenant construction schedules to ensure completeness and adherence to timelines
Allocate and manage construction coordination and design review resources across projects
Collaborate with contractors, consultants, and stakeholders to resolve technical issues, complaints, and construction challenges
Coordinate project execution with property owners, regulatory agencies, and project teams to ensure efficient sequencing and timely delivery
Identify environmental and safety risks and ensure compliance with OSHA and applicable safety standards
Support additional duties and special projects as assigned