Construction Project Manager - Colorado Springs Airport

City of Colorado Springs • Colorado Springs, CO

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to plan, organize, and manage multifaceted capital improvement projects from initial conception through completion and close out. This role oversees and directs the work of external design professionals, contractors, and consultants throughout all phases of project development, including design, preparation of final construction documents, and construction administration. The position is responsible for coordinating project schedules, budgets, design activities, and construction efforts with internal departments, external stakeholders, regulatory agencies, and user groups. It ensures that project costs remain aligned with approved budgets and provides technical guidance and project support to internal teams. The selected candidate must pass (or have already passed) a fingerprint-based criminal history records check as required by the Transportation Security Administration. Please note that this position will require after-hours work to accommodate airport operation hours.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a related area of study
• Five years of full-time, professional experience in a related field
• Possess and maintain a valid, non-probationary driver's license not subject to restriction related to alcohol and/or drug violations or pending charges
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Nice To Haves

• Professional certifications such as Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Construction Manager (CCM), or Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED).
• Experience with airport construction, airfield operations, or Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) standards.
• Familiarity with permitting processes, environmental compliance, and coordination with regulatory agencies (local, state, and federal).

Responsibilities

• Identify project needs, define objectives, develop comprehensive project plans and ensure compliance with laws, policies, and regulations.
• Manage project budgets, estimate required resources and prioritize project milestones.
• Perform project management for complex, multi-disciplinary development and redevelopment projects.
• Lead operational enhancements and process-improvement initiatives, as well as direct and coordinate design professionals, consultants, project engineers, and construction management teams.
• Facilitate problem-solving activities with project teams; identify issues and assign appropriate resources to resolve them.
• Serve as a technical expert in the project’s functional domain, providing consultative support to managers and internal/external stakeholders.
• Handle sensitive and confidential matters, complaints, and inquiries related to assigned projects.
• Track and report progress, status, risks, and performance of ongoing projects to appropriate parties while maintaining complete construction documentation and project records.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly inspection and construction reports.
• Lead Request for Proposal (RFP) and Request for Information (RFI) processes for project-related procurement and services.
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• additional compensation depending on the position, area of assignment, and specific job assignments, including shift differential, pay differential, acting or lead, special assignment, hazard pay, longevity, cell phone allowance, uniform allowance, relocation, awards, standby, call out, compensatory time off, tuition, overtime, extra duty, incentive, holiday premium, proficiency, and vacation sell back.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior