Program Manager - Aviation

Freese and Nichols • San Antonio, TX

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Freese and Nichols is currently searching for a Program Manager to manage all phases of initiated projects, including project setup, general management, and close-out for the new Terminal at the San Antonio International Airport (SAT) Terminal Development Program. As Program Manager, you will manage all phases of initiated programs, including program setup, general management, and close-out. You will manage direct prime and subconsultant contracts associated with a specific program as well as all Freese and Nichols and subconsultant staff assigned to the program. You will serve as an extension of the client’s staff with the objective of procuring a quality project, on time and within budget, while reducing the conflicts inherent in complex delivery systems. Leads and directs the management of the construction management for the new terminal including Architectural, MEP, etc. Manages the scope of the project within the established budget and schedule Prepare and deliver public presentations to the client’s staff and constituents, including Council/Board Members, Citizen Review Boards, etc. Works directly with the SAT staff and Executive Program Manager Assist the team in immediately rectifying issues and concerns Develop process procedures for implementation relative to program management and construction management Ability to negotiate contracts and change orders Respond rapidly on RFIs, submittals and review pay requests Forecast project budgets and work with the Pay Analysts and Document Control to properly document project Oversee the Construction Manager at Risk and meets with them on a recurring basis. Coordinate the bidding processes, following all client policies and procedures as well as FAA, Aviation, and State procurement regulations. Establish the best value selection criteria for the project(s). Supervise all subconsultants on specific projects Develop, monitor, and manage CPM schedules Communicate project information with client and program team Prepare basic items in written or graphic form for use by the client, assist in presentations to citizen and client groups, and discuss design and construction issues with appropriate third-parties

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, building construction, construction management, or related field.
• 6+ years' experience in direct management of design/construction programs.
• Direct experience in new terminal project management experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency in design project management and construction contract administration.
• Understanding of basic Public Sector Procurement procedures, ability to apply those procedures, and ability to address advanced or complex procurement issues.
• General understanding of municipal budgeting procedures, with the ability to develop and manage budgets for the client.

Nice To Haves

• Aviation Experience
• Professional Engineer
• Registered Architect
• Certified Construction Manager
• Project Management Professional

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of initiated projects, including project setup, general management, and close-out for the new Terminal at the San Antonio International Airport (SAT) Terminal Development Program.
• Manage all phases of initiated programs, including program setup, general management, and close-out.
• Manage direct prime and subconsultant contracts associated with a specific program as well as all Freese and Nichols and subconsultant staff assigned to the program.
• Serve as an extension of the client’s staff with the objective of procuring a quality project, on time and within budget, while reducing the conflicts inherent in complex delivery systems.
• Lead and direct the management of the construction management for the new terminal including Architectural, MEP, etc.
• Manage the scope of the project within the established budget and schedule.
• Prepare and deliver public presentations to the client’s staff and constituents, including Council/Board Members, Citizen Review Boards, etc.
• Work directly with the SAT staff and Executive Program Manager.
• Assist the team in immediately rectifying issues and concerns.
• Develop process procedures for implementation relative to program management and construction management.
• Negotiate contracts and change orders.
• Respond rapidly on RFIs, submittals and review pay requests.
• Forecast project budgets and work with the Pay Analysts and Document Control to properly document project.
• Oversee the Construction Manager at Risk and meet with them on a recurring basis.
• Coordinate the bidding processes, following all client policies and procedures as well as FAA, Aviation, and State procurement regulations.
• Establish the best value selection criteria for the project(s).
• Supervise all subconsultants on specific projects.
• Develop, monitor, and manage CPM schedules.
• Communicate project information with client and program team.
• Prepare basic items in written or graphic form for use by the client, assist in presentations to citizen and client groups, and discuss design and construction issues with appropriate third-parties.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid overtime for salaried employees
• Annual bonus
• Access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico and Banner Elk, North Carolina.

What This Job Offers

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