NEOGOV · 1 day ago
Manager of Engineering & Construction
Reno, NV
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$121K/yr - $181K/yr
5+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Manager of Engineering & Construction to lead a diverse group of professionals at the Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority. The role involves overseeing complex capital projects, managing the Engineering & Construction Department, and collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
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Responsibilities
Manage the Engineering & Construction Department consisting of a diverse group of engineers, architects, construction managers, facility managers, and technical staff to oversee the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and the FAA Airport Improvement Program (AIP)
Lead, mentor, and grow a team of professional engineers, architects, construction managers, facility managers, capital and grants coordinator, and other technical staff
Oversee end-to-end delivery of capital improvement projects for both airside and landside projects. Project delivery starts with concept and includes budgeting, design, construction, closeout, and operational handoff
Act as owner’s representative for complex and high-visibility airport projects
Oversee schedule, budget, and quality performance across multiple concurrent projects
Oversee the management and negotiation of professional services agreements and construction contracts, ensuring compliance with NRS and FAA requirements while optimizing cost and value
Partner with internal stakeholders including Operations, Maintenance, Finance, Purchasing, Planning & Environmental, and Commercial Business teams to align infrastructure investments with operational and business priorities
Oversee capital budgeting, cost forecasting, change management, and risk mitigation
Develop and maintain a 5-year capital improvement (CIP) program aligned with airport growth and strategic goals
Serve as a primary liaison with the FAA’s regional Airport District Office, City of Reno’s Building and Community Development departments, and the State of Nevada’s Labor Compliance Office and Public Works departments
Provide quarterly and yearly performance evaluations for department team members
Comply with DBE goals, participation, compliance, and reporting
Represent the RTAA through presentations to executive leaders, the Board of Trustees, community stakeholders, and industry organizations
Stay current on aviation infrastructure trends, delivery models, and best practices
Qualification
Required
Proven leadership experience managing, supervising, and mentoring a diverse team
Experience with engineering and construction programs in the fields of aviation, roadways, utilities, transportation, or public facilities
Strong background in capital project delivery, including oversight of design management, construction management, and contract administration
Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, influence stakeholders, and drive results in a highly collaborative environment
Sound business judgment with demonstrated success managing budgets, schedules, and risk
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, architecture, or a closely related discipline
Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible professional experience in the fields of engineering or architecture
Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible experience in management of capital improvement projects
Minimum 2 years in a management or leadership role
Current professional engineer (PE) or architect license/registration, with the requirement to be licensed in the State of Nevada within 1-year of start of job position
Valid Driver's License and ability to obtain an Airport SIDA badge
Preferred
Experience working with complex government funded projects and navigating regulatory requirements preferred
Airport or aviation infrastructure experience strongly preferred
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
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
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$700MKey Investors
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