Project Controls Director - Aviation Construction

AECOM•Saint Louis, MO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

AECOM Hunt is seeking a highly experienced Project Controls Director to lead and oversee project controls for a large-scale aviation construction project. The role covers project management, cost control, scheduling, risk management, and change management, and provides leadership and guidance to the project controls team. The position is neither hybrid nor remote.

Requirements

BA/BS in Engineering, Construction Management, or a similar curriculum, and 12 years of relevant construction project controls experience plus 4 years of leadership experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
Construction experience.
Extensive experience in aviation construction projects, including terminal development, airfield modernization, or related construction projects.
Proficiency with project controls tools such as Primavera P6, EcoSys, SAP, and Earned Value Management (EVM) systems.
Strong knowledge of construction phasing and airport operational constraints.
Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Expert understanding of schedule critical path analysis, resource loading, and leveling.

Nice To Haves

Professional certifications such as PMP, PSP, or CCP are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Lead development and implementation of project controls processes, including cost management, scheduling, risk management, and change management.
Oversee preparation and management of project budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting.
Develop and maintain integrated master schedules, including baselines, progress updates, critical path analysis, and time impact analysis.
Ensure timely and accurate documentation, including correspondence, drawings, and reports.
Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and resolve project risks and issues.
Manage contractor submittals, RFIs, and change orders, ensuring compliance with project requirements and timelines.
Conduct regular reviews to ensure completeness, compliance, and constructability.
Participate in quality assurance and quality control processes, ensuring adherence to project standards and specifications.
Lead stakeholder engagement and coordinate communication with project participants, including airport authorities, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
Lead and guide the project controls team, promoting continuous improvement and operational excellence.