Project Manager

Ascent Aviation Services•Tucson, AZ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Ascent Aviation Services is seeking a results-driven Project Manager to serve as the key point of contact for our customers, ensuring seamless project execution with a strong focus on budget adherence, timely delivery, and customer communication. The Project Manager will embody our core values of Respect, Safety, Quality, and Results in all aspects of the role, contributing to a positive and professional environment. This role is responsible for coordinating and managing all aspects of assigned projects, ensuring successful delivery within scope, budget, and schedule while maintaining high-quality standards. Serving as the primary liaison between the company and the customer, the Project Manager will focus on clear communication, invoicing accuracy, constraint management, and maintaining alignment with project goals to ensure project success.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (Required)
Capable of working independently or under supervision
Flexibility to work at both Marana, AZ and Tucson, AZ locations as business needs dictate
Strong leadership skills, including the ability to prioritize, delegate, and manage multiple projects while adhering to deadlines
Excellent problem-solving, judgment, and decision-making skills, with the ability to adjust to rapidly changing circumstances and priorities
Strong knowledge of human behavior and management techniques
Exceptional presentation skills, with the ability to represent the company positively
Creative and effective negotiation and conflict resolution skills
Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time.
Frequent bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, kneeling, balancing, and reaching above shoulder level.
Occasional crawling, climbing, lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity.
Corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
Protective equipment required: Goggles, safety glasses, face shields, ear protection, apron, gloves, safety harness, breathing equipment.
Employees are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with company policies and government regulations.
Employees shall participate in safety education programs and train to recognize hazards on the job and how to report them promptly.
As a condition of employment, each member of Ascent Aviation agrees to report errors, incidents, and accidents honestly.
An employee who observes an unsafe action or condition should bring it to the attention of supervisors and managers.

Nice To Haves

5 years of experience in project management (Preferred)
Aviation industry experience (Preferred)
Certification or experience in continuous improvement (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean Management) (Preferred)
Bilingual in Spanish (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Act as the primary point of contact for customers, ensuring they are informed and engaged throughout the project lifecycle
Introduce customer to all key program personnel and define contacts for schedules, budget issues, and other concerns
Deliver daily progress updates, highlighting critical paths and milestones while proactively addressing customer concerns
Clearly articulate and justify labor, material, and cost estimates to customers for approval
Develop comprehensive project plans in collaboration with Senior Production Planners and Maintenance Directors
Establish and communicate critical paths to stakeholders, ensuring alignment with timelines and objectives
Identify and mitigate constraints impacting schedules or budgets; escalate to directors as necessary
Review and validate invoicing details, ensuring accuracy and alignment with customer expectations and project progress
Monitor labor and material charges daily, ensuring adherence to budgets and contract terms
Attend all required meetings and brief on the progress of projects and customer feedback
Assign and manage workloads across departments, ensuring optimal resource utilization
Coach and mentor team members to deliver excellence and foster a collaborative, customer-centric culture
Strive for ongoing process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction
Ensure compliance with regulations and company policies; enforce good housekeeping practices
Ensure Pre-Arrival plans, Pre-Dock Engagement, and Post-Docks are produced for maintenance checks
Ensure routine performance audits are completed and reported within specified timeframes
Engage in initial corrective actions, root cause analysis, and comprehensive corrective action efforts for assigned projects
Ensure all work performed is done in a safe manner
Direct activities to protect employees from harm and maintain safe working conditions