Senior Airport Project Manager (Engineering & Constuction)

Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority • Reno, NV

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority (RTAA) is seeking a seasoned Senior Project Manager with a passion for engineering and construction, specifically within the aviation sector. This role offers a unique opportunity to manage major Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) at both Reno-Tahoe International Airport (RNO) and Reno-Stead Airport (RTS). The Senior Project Manager will be responsible for directing multidisciplinary teams throughout the entire project lifecycle, from planning and design oversight to construction delivery. This position requires a high level of technical proficiency, judgment, and initiative, including mentoring junior project managers. The role also involves managing consultants, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations, and potentially serving as an interim Manager of Engineering or as part of the RTAA Emergency Response Team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field.
• Ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in engineering, architecture, or capital project delivery.
• Airport or aviation infrastructure experience strongly preferred.
• Possession of a valid Nevada Driver's License; ability to obtain and maintain eligibility to hold a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer or Registered Architect in the State of Nevada or the ability to be registered in the State of Nevada within one year of employment.
• Ability to remain in a stationary position for long periods of time, reach, bend, climb, lift, push, and pull items.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards.
• Ability to traverse as needed throughout the Terminal buildings and outside as needed.
• Ability to traverse to and through construction site and adhere to safety protocols.
• May be exposed to all weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

• Airport or aviation infrastructure experience

Responsibilities

• Support development of the Airport’s Capital Improvement Program (CIP), including project planning, design, and construction strategies, budgets, schedules, and delivery methods for aviation and landside infrastructure.
• Coordinate stakeholders through the planning and design phases to define scope, establish budgets, track progress and ensure projects remain on schedule and within budget.
• Identify and resolve issues impacting delivery.
• Lead procurement and administration of professional services (A/E) contracts, including RFP/RFQ development, scope definition, fee negotiation, and contract execution.
• Ensure compliance with FAA requirements, environmental considerations, and applicable legal standards.
• Manage consultant performance through design, bid, and construction phases, including amendments as needed.
• Coordinate across RTAA departments including Planning & Environmental, Facilities & Maintenance, Operations & Public Safety, Commercial Business, Finance & Administration, Legal, and other stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
• Manage contract review and approval processes with internal stakeholders, FAA, and regulatory agencies.
• Facilitate design reviews, project presentations, permitting, and board approval processes for construction contracts.
• Administer Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) grants for airport projects under the Airport Improvement Program (AIP), ensuring projects follow regulatory and technical standards.
• Mentor Airport Project Manager I and II in project management and advancing their careers.
• Act as the interim Manager of Engineering during vacations or sick leave by the manager.
• May be considered essential personnel as part of the RTAA Emergency Response Team and may be required to respond to airport incidents as required, including serving as a safety manager liaison.

Benefits

• Employer paid contributions to the Nevada PERS retirement program
• 100% employer paid health insurance for the employee (effective first day of the month after your hire date)
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 14-paid holidays per year
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

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