Senior Project Manager – Design, Engineering, and Construction

City and County of Denver • Denver, CO

2d • $109,134 - $180,071 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Project Manager works within Denver International Airport’s Design, Engineering, and Construction (DEC) group, primarily leading development, coordination, and planning for Facility construction projects associated with the Airport Capital Improvement Plan and other projects that may arise. The position coordinates with airport stakeholders, project managers, architects, engineers, and subject matter experts to develop strategies, assess feasibility, and support implementation of construction around the Terminal, Concourses, and outlying buildings. The role helps maintain operational continuity, align project schedules, optimize systems, and reduce impacts to airport customers.

The position also delivers complex, high-value facility projects critical to the Airport, including major rehabilitation and new construction of building envelope, mechanical, structural, and electrical systems in secure and non-secure airport areas. The Senior Project Manager assists with leading and mentoring staff, maintaining adherence to design and construction standards and processes, advancing section and project objectives, and evaluating program delivery methods and procedures.

The City and County of Denver uses a hybrid workplace model. This position is expected to work onsite at least three days per week at the DEN JAG Building and at project locations on the DEN campus and properties; off-site work must be performed within Colorado. Airport employees may be required to work extended hours and/or shifts during weather events or emergencies. An FBI criminal background check is required, and a pre-employment physical or drug test may be required depending on the position.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of progressive experience delivering large-scale facility and infrastructure projects, ideally in architectural, engineering, or construction-management environments.
• At least 3 years of professional project management experience in the related occupational group, including planning, managing, and scheduling projects and preparing and reviewing contract documents.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, Public Administration, or a related field; the posting also describes a strong educational background in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Project Management, or a related field.
• A valid driver’s license at the time of application; licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment.
• Experience managing complex projects in operational environments such as large commercial airports or continuously operating facilities.
• Skill in managing full project lifecycles, including design and construction contracts, project delivery methods, and stakeholder coordination.
• Proficiency in analyzing, maintaining, and reporting project schedules, budgets, and performance metrics.
• Ability to proactively identify, prioritize, and mitigate project risks and drive innovations that improve project and team performance.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly convey technical information and project updates.
• Flexibility, adaptability, and ability to build relationships with stakeholders.
• Applicants must have valid U.S. work authorization that does not require visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Professional licensure or PMP certification.
• Experience delivering large-scale facility and infrastructure projects in architectural, engineering, or construction-management environments.
• Experience managing complex projects in large commercial airports or continuously operating facilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and communicate with internal and external stakeholders, intergovernmental organizations, utility companies, City agencies, consultants, and contractors.
• Consult with DEN stakeholders and project sponsors to establish project plans and goals, define scope and objectives, and develop work plans covering schedules, funding, contract costs, risks, staffing, and resource allocation.
• Prepare project bid materials with professional consultant teams and cost estimates with DEN Project Controls staff; evaluate bid qualifications and proposals; and coordinate project designs, concepts, and completion timeframes with stakeholders.
• Lead project teams and assignments, coordinate contractor and consultant work, assist inspectors with difficult or unusual code-compliance issues, focus team members on tasks, and allocate resources effectively.
• Matrix-manage or coordinate consultants and related personnel assigned to projects, and manage project change-control and quality-assurance processes.
• Coordinate management of complex projects by monitoring design and construction, tracking schedules, overseeing costs and expenditures, ensuring compliance with engineering standards and contract specifications, and discussing project risks, costs, and resource allocation with management.
• Review and evaluate design drawings, specifications, and project development documents for permits, including traffic-control plans.
• Review projects for compliance with engineering codes and standards; monitor quality; identify strategies to address scope, schedule, and budget barriers; verify materials against project specifications; review calculations; and conduct field and site inspections.
• Assist with leading and mentoring staff and evaluate the effectiveness of program delivery methods and procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• A guaranteed lifelong monthly pension once vested after five years of service.
• 457B Retirement Plan.
• 140 hours of PTO earned within the first year.
• 12 paid holidays, one personal holiday, one wellness day, and one volunteer day per year.
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans effective within one month of the start date.
• Competitive pay commensurate with education and experience.

What This Job Offers

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