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John Wayne Airport · 1 week ago

Capital Projects Manager – Airport Project Programming

Santa Ana, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$116K/yr - $161K/yr

7+ years exp

John Wayne Airport is seeking a Capital Projects Manager – Airport Project Programming to oversee the planning and delivery of its multi-year Capital Improvement Program. This role involves directing project managers and ensuring the execution of infrastructure initiatives that enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability across the airport.

Air TransportationConsultingTransportation

Responsibilities

Manage JWA’s seven-year CIP, including project planning, prioritization, and budgeting

Oversee major airfield, terminal, and facility infrastructure projects

Ensure projects meet safety, regulatory, and operational goals while staying on schedule and within budget

Coordinate with internal divisions and external stakeholders, including FAA, consultants, and contractors

Review and approve project scopes, cost estimates, and funding strategies

Prepare detailed reports, briefings, and analyses to inform executive decision-making

Support FAA grant processes and ensure compliance with federal and county guidelines

Identify and recommend infrastructure improvements based on stakeholder input and operational needs

Qualification

Capital improvement programmingConstruction engineeringProject managementAirport environment experienceCivil engineeringSupervisory experienceFAA complianceBudgetingStakeholder coordination

Required

Seven (7) years of progressive experience in capital improvement programming, project management, construction, or engineering, including one (1) year in a supervisory role

Ability to obtain a California Driver's License and an Airport Access Badge with Driving Endorsement