Construction & Infrastructure Project Manager (West Region)

Signature Aviation•Orlando, FL

About The Position

The Project Manager plans and oversees less complex capital projects and/or assists a Regional Project Manager, Senior Manager, Vice President, or director with more complex capital projects. The role supports the Construction & Infrastructure department by managing assigned projects and coordinating architects and engineers during design to develop project requirements, schematic designs, and construction documents within approved budgets. The Project Manager prepares bid documents, negotiates contracts with general contractors and vendors, updates stakeholders on construction status, conducts site visits, and facilitates project closeout. Duties are generally performed under the supervision of, or in coordination with, the director, Vice President, Senior Manager, or a Regional Project Manager. The role manages projects through initiation, design, bid, construction, and closeout, following the C&I Program Management Guide. It involves establishing and controlling budgets, managing schedules and milestones, supporting contract administration, coordinating internal and external project participants, monitoring work through meetings and site visits, and managing project risks, expenses, invoices, and closeout records. The position requires 75% travel and the employee must be located in the West Coast region.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Construction Management, or Engineering; related technical experience may be considered in place of education requirements.
At least two years of experience in a similar role, preferably in project management or construction management.
Strong analytical skills.
Understanding of project management, procurement, risk/insurance, and accounts payable functions.
Ability to interact professionally with leadership, key stakeholders, team members, and suppliers.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Superior time-management skills.
Excellent leadership skills.
Ability to work autonomously while providing oversight and updates to leadership.
Valid driver's license.
Must be located within the West Coast region.
Ability to travel 75% of the time.

Nice To Haves

Aviation or hospitality experience.
Experience with Microsoft Project and/or Procore.

Responsibilities

Oversee and manage the five project phases—initiation, design, bid, construction, and closeout—using the C&I Program Management Guide.
Establish project budgets and control costs in consultation with leadership.
Manage assigned projects through their full life cycle and meet milestone deadlines in the Program Management Guide.
Support negotiation and administration of contracts and agreements, including preparation of contract documents, change orders, and GMP amendments.
Review construction cost line items and recommend cost-control measures and project approaches.
Coordinate with internal stakeholders on capital project development during design and execution.
Lead and direct project team members to ensure compliance with Signature standards, procedures, and guidelines.
Oversee design and project activities, including routine status meetings with architects, consultants, contractors, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.
Conduct frequent, detailed site visits to review progress, improve team efficiency and productivity, and mitigate potential mistakes and delays.
Communicate with vendors, consultants, and contractors, including coordinating review and confirmation of drawings, specifications, regulatory paperwork, and licensing requirements.
Ensure projects are completed within approved budgets and designated schedules through budget management, expense tracking, and risk management.
Lead and manage architects, consultants, contractors, and subcontractors involved in projects.
Manage required project closeout documents in a secure database for authorized users and provide local management with copies for its records.
Manage invoicing and billing by coordinating project payments and cash flow.
Prepare monthly capital project performance reports.