CMTS LLC · 17 hours ago
Electrical Project Manager – Aviation
Philadelphia, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$130K/yr - $150K/yr
10+ years expCMTS LLC is a company with 40 years of industry experience that values employee development and community engagement. They are seeking a highly motivated Electrical Project Manager – Aviation to provide senior-level electrical leadership for airport capital improvement programs in the Philadelphia, PA region, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and managing multiple projects in active airport environments.
ConstructionProfessional ServicesProject Management
Responsibilities
Manage and lead electrical scopes for aviation capital improvement programs, including terminal renovations, expansions, and airfield infrastructure
Oversee multiple concurrent projects in active, occupied airport environments
Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, budgets, forecasts, and risk mitigation strategies
Support change management, including scope review, cost analysis, and negotiation
Provide subject-matter expertise for aviation electrical systems, including:
Airfield lighting systems (ALS, HIRL, MIRL, REILs, PAPI)
FAA-regulated power and control systems
Electrical vaults, regulators, and constant current systems
Medium- and low-voltage power distribution
Emergency power, generators, UPS, and life-safety systems
Baggage handling system (BHS) power and controls
Security, access control, CCTV, and low-voltage systems
Review design documents, RFIs, submittals, and shop drawings for compliance and constructability
Coordinate closely with airport operations, maintenance, safety, and security teams
Manage electrical contractors, inspectors, testing agencies, and commissioning agents
Support night work, shutdowns, and phased cutovers to maintain airport operations
Lead system testing, commissioning, acceptance, and turnover activities
Ensure compliance with FAA Advisory Circulars, NEC, NFPA, TSA requirements, local AHJs, and airport standards
Coordinate with utilities, FAA representatives, airport authorities, and third-party stakeholders
Maintain strict adherence to airfield safety protocols and badging requirements
Serve as the primary electrical point of contact for airport authorities, airlines, tenants, and consultants
Lead technical coordination meetings and executive-level briefings
Prepare and present clear, concise reports on electrical scope, schedule, cost, and risk
Mentor Assistant Project Managers, inspectors, and junior staff
Support staffing plans, workload forecasting, and professional development
Promote CMTS best practices, safety culture, and continuous improvement
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Minimum 10–15 years of electrical project management experience, with significant aviation or mission-critical project exposure
Demonstrated experience working in active airport environments
Strong knowledge of FAA Advisory Circulars, NEC, NFPA, and airport authority standards
Proven ability to manage contractors, consultants, and multiple stakeholders
Proficiency with Primavera P6, MS Project, Procore, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office
Ability to perform site walks and inspections in terminal, landside, and airfield environments
Ability to work nights, weekends, and off-hours as required for outages and operational constraints
Preferred
Professional Engineer (PE) license
PMP certification
Owner's representative or program management experience
Experience at medium- or large-hub commercial service airports
Familiarity with Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) or comparable facilities
Benefits
100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, 401k, life, and long-term disability insurance coverage for employees.
Company
CMTS LLC
Founded in 1984, CMTS is a professional services firm specializing in project, program, and construction management.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
K. Hezekiah Harris II
President
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