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TYLin · 3 hours ago

Program Manager, Aviation

US | TN | Knoxville - 2055 Alcoa Highway (CS)

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$170K/yr - $230K/yr

12+ years exp

TYLin is a globally recognized infrastructure consulting firm seeking a Senior Program Manager, Aviation to lead capital improvement programs at McGhee Tyson Airport in Knoxville, Tennessee. This role involves program management leadership for planning, design, and construction activities across multiple aviation projects, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.

Civil EngineeringConstructionConsultingInformation TechnologyInfrastructure

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Serve as TYLin’s Senior Program Manager supporting McGhee Tyson Airport’s capital improvement program

Provide overall program management leadership, including scope, schedule, budget, risk, and stakeholder coordination across multiple projects

Act as a primary liaison between airport leadership, design teams, contractors, and third-party stakeholders

Support development and execution of program governance frameworks, decision-making processes, and reporting structures

Oversee consultant and contractor performance to ensure alignment with program objectives, standards, and contractual requirements

Guide project teams through planning, design, procurement, and construction phases, resolving issues and mitigating risks

Support capital planning efforts, including prioritization, phasing, and coordination of near- and long-term projects

Provide high-level program reporting and briefings to airport leadership, translating technical information into actionable insights

Promote TYLin best practices in program delivery, quality management, and client service

Qualification

Aviation capital programsProgram management leadershipAirport planningCapital project deliveryPublic-sector procurementPMP certificationStakeholder coordinationCommunication skillsLeadership skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field

12+ years of experience in aviation program management, project management, or capital delivery

Demonstrated experience working with airports, airport authorities, or aviation clients

Strong knowledge of capital project delivery methods and public-sector procurement processes

Excellent communication, coordination, and leadership skills

Ability to work on site at McGhee Tyson Airport in Knoxville, TN

Preferred

Experience supporting regional or medium-hub airport capital programs

Professional certification such as PMP or equivalent

Experience working for or with an engineering or program management consulting firm

Familiarity with FAA-funded projects and regulatory coordination

Benefits

Extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage

Continuing education benefits

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Retirement savings plan with company matching contributions

Company

TYLin

Glassdoor3.8

As a global engineering firm, we design infrastructure solutions that connect and elevate communities.

Founded in 1954

San Francisco, California, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.tylin.com

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