Senior Aviation Construction Manager

Consertus-US • Seattle, WA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Consertus is seeking a Senior Aviation Construction Manager based in Seattle, Washington, to support Aviation Capital Improvement Programs. This senior-level construction professional will bring hands-on field experience in active, operating transportation or vertical construction environments. The role supports delivery of airside and landside projects under the direction of a Construction Program Manager, coordinating contractors, inspectors, airport operations, and tenants to support safe, compliant, and efficient project execution.

The position is full-time and on-site. The compensation range is $155,000–$180,000 annually, based on experience and location. Consertus describes itself as an AI-native global capital program management and advisory firm with more than 1,500 professionals, headquartered in Miami, Florida. Its services span advisory, digital solutions, engineering and design, and program delivery across multiple industries.

Requirements

• 10 or more years of construction management or field engineering experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Aviation, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience supporting construction projects in aviation, transportation, or complex vertical construction environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work on-site and coordinate in a fast-paced, operational environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Bluebeam.
• Exposure to projects in active or occupied facilities.
• Experience working at large commercial airports such as SEA, SFO, or LAX.
• Familiarity with program- or owner-side construction management.
• Exposure to change management, RFIs, and pay applications.
• Certifications such as OSHA 30, PMP (in progress), or LEED; these are a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Support daily on-site construction activities to ensure work follows approved plans, specifications, and safety requirements.
• Assist with coordination of contractors, inspectors, and airport operations in an active terminal or airfield environment.
• Verify work completion, inspections, and compliance with approved submittals, RFIs, and change directives.
• Support Area Shutdown Requests (ASRs), phasing plans, and operational coordination with airport stakeholders.
• Assist in tracking construction schedules, milestones, and critical path activities.
• Support cost tracking, pay applications, and basic change management under the direction of the Project Manager.
• Identify risks or conflicts early and escalate issues with recommended mitigation strategies.
• Prepare routine progress reports, field observations, and documentation for internal and client use.
• Participate in contractor meetings, coordination meetings, and safety briefings.
• Assist communication among construction teams, designers, inspectors, and airport operations.
• Maintain professional working relationships that support collaboration and schedule certainty.
• Support enforcement of jobsite safety programs and airport safety and security requirements.
• Assist with quality inspections and documentation to ensure compliance with Port of Seattle standards and project requirements.
• Follow established policies, procedures, and applicable labor compliance requirements.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, dental, and vision.
• Company-paid life and disability insurance.
• Optional benefits, including pet insurance, legal services, and supplemental health plans.
• 401(k) with day-one eligibility and employer contributions or matching; the posting describes the arrangement in two versions.
• 10 paid holidays.
• PTO starting at 15 days annually and growing up to 25 days with tenure.
• Access to Consertus Academy for continuous learning and development.

What This Job Offers

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