Freese and Nichols · 2 hours ago
Aviation Program Management Lead
Fort Worth, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expFreese and Nichols is seeking an Aviation Program Management Lead to oversee airport capital improvement programs in various Texas locations. The role involves leading program management plans, managing budgets, and fostering relationships within the aviation community.
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Responsibilities
Lead airport capital improvement programs from set-up through closeout, aligning scope, schedule, budget, and stakeholder expectations
Develop program management plans, including work descriptions, detailed schedules, budgets, M/W/DBE plans, contact plans, public involvement plans, procurement plans, and construction management plans
Guide delivery method selection and contract document strategy, and help resolve complex public-sector procurement issues
Develop and manage budgets for both Freese and Nichols and the client, with an understanding of municipal and airport budgeting processes
Build and lead pursuit and delivery teams for airport program and design pursuits, coordinating internal groups and teaming partners
Strengthen and expand relationships across the aviation community to position Freese and Nichols for current and future pursuits
Review and streamline aviation program approaches to right-size teams and embed aviation best practices consistently
Work regularly in the field, including navigating active construction sites and operating out of field offices as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, building construction, construction management, or equivalent practical experience
Professional Engineer (PE) or Registered Architect
Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or Project Management Professional (PMP)
10+ years of experience in direct management of an aviation department or aviation capital improvement programs
Ability to travel as needed and negotiate construction sites without assistance, including working out of field offices
Preferred
Experience developing and implementing QA/QC processes and goals across multi-project programs
Demonstrated success leading pursuit strategy, preparing SOQs/RFP responses, and aligning the right team and scope for pursuits
Experience developing region-specific aviation program marketing or growth plans and supporting client engagement activities
Active participation in professional organizations, including presenting technical/industry papers or holding leadership roles
Comfort serving as an extension of client staff, building communication protocols, and guiding complex stakeholder coordination
Benefits
Paid overtime for salaried employees
An annual bonus
Access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico and Banner Elk, North Carolina
Flexible work environment
Hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work
Alternative work schedule program which provides a day off every other Friday
Company
Freese and Nichols
Freese and Nichols, Inc. is a consulting firm offering engineering, architecture, environmental science, construction and planning services.
1001-5000 employees
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