Aviation Project Manager
HNTB · Dallas, TX
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- Full-time
- $120,000 / year
- Dallas, TX
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Aviation Project Manager
HNTB · Dallas, TX
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Job highlights
- Manage aviation projects end-to-end.
- Oversee scope, budget, schedule, and client satisfaction.
- Lead project teams and client communications.
- Develop proposals and participate in negotiations.
- Ensure quality delivery on time and budget.
About the role
About HNTB
At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.Job Summary
This opportunity entails being responsible for managing assigned aviation project(s) throughout their full lifecycle including developing the scope and technical sections of proposal and procurement documents to participating in contract negotiations and overseeing the delivery of the project plan to successfully accomplish HNTB’s 4 for 4 performance: delivery of quality work, on time, on budget and to the client’s satisfaction on every project. This position proactively manages the budget, schedule, technical requirements, contractual obligations, and client communications in support of the project’s objectives. Provides high level technical tasks while managing and reviewing design related specifications, calculations, reports and plans. Coordinates with internal and external partners including cross-discipline and functional teams to address and problem solve design related issues or concerns.What You'll Do
- Responsible for development of the project scope and fee quotation and assists in the preparation of technical proposals and contracts in accordance with HNTB's Sophisticated Contracting Approach (SCA).
- Serves as the primary client liaison and manages the project team to deliver the scope, schedule, and budgets to completion and to the client’s satisfaction. Assists with client project scoping and contract negotiations.
- Performs technical discipline tasks including analysis, reports, design, specification, and production for assigned projects.
- Implements the firm’s project delivery plan using HNTB's Sophisticated Delivery Approach (SDA) on each project. Leads the development and the execution of the project management plan. Supervises and mentors team to overall project objectives.
- Performs coordination with managers on project staffing, including, but not limited to; recruitment, development, retention, and succession of project staff; development of plan for project staff reporting; and support for performance and compensation reviews.
- Partners with Client Service Leaders and pursuit champions to assist with business development, building client relationships, and pursuit efforts for strategic and mini-mega projects in accordance with HNTB's Sophisticated Sales Approach (SSA). Works with the project team and marketing resources to prepare appropriate proposal and presentation materials. Leads proposal development and interview presentations for strategic and mini-mega projects to the client as well as general presentations within the industry and community.
- May be responsible for the recruitment, hiring, development, and retention of staff, including development of plan for staff reporting, performance and compensation reviews, and succession.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
What You'll Need
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 8 years of relevant experience
- 2 years task management or Deputy PM experience
What You'll Bring
- Winning, contracting, and successfully delivering 4for4 (on-time, on-budget, quality, client satisfaction) on smaller projects.
- Identifying and escalating risk and change management issues, with oversight from more experienced staff.
- Leading a team for a smaller project or task order with no or few subconsultants.
- Using system tools to manage, monitor, and deliver smaller projects or task orders.
- Leveraging the Office Management Team to assist in implementing HNTB Sophisticated processes as applicable to the project.
- Interfacing with your client-level peer on a smaller project or task order.
- Providing technical guidance to team and task leads as well as performing portions of the technical work.
What We Prefer
- Master’s degree in Engineering
- 10 years relevant experience
- Professional Engineer (PE) certification
- American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification
- CCM, CMIT
- Design Build Experience
Additional Information
- Click here for benefits information: HNTB Total Rewards
- Click here to learn more about Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
- Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
- #AL #Aviation
Key skills/competency
- Aviation Project Management
- Project Lifecycle Management
- Proposal Development
- Contract Negotiation
- Client Relations
- Team Leadership
- Risk Management
- Technical Specifications
- Budget Management
- Schedule Management
Skills & topics
- Aviation Project Manager
- Project Management
- Aviation
- Infrastructure
- Engineering
- HNTB
- Dallas
- Project Delivery
- Client Relations
- Team Leadership
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight aviation project management, client liaison, and 4for4 delivery experience.
- Showcase leadership: Emphasize team leadership, task management, and problem-solving skills.
- Quantify achievements: Use data to demonstrate success in budget, schedule, and client satisfaction.
- Research HNTB: Understand their commitment to employee-ownership and infrastructure projects.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss project examples and your approach to challenges.
Technical preparation
Review aviation project lifecycles and phases.,Study HNTB's contracting and delivery approaches.,Familiarize with project management software tools.,Prepare to discuss technical specifications and design reviews.
Behavioral questions
Describe a challenging project delivery scenario.,How do you manage client expectations and satisfaction?,How do you lead and mentor a project team?,How do you identify and escalate project risks?
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the key responsibilities of an Aviation Project Manager at HNTB?
- The Aviation Project Manager at HNTB is responsible for managing aviation projects throughout their entire lifecycle. This includes developing project scopes, technical proposals, and procurement documents, participating in contract negotiations, and overseeing project delivery to ensure quality, timeliness, and budget adherence, all while maintaining client satisfaction.
- What qualifications are essential for the Aviation Project Manager role at HNTB?
- Essential qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Engineering with at least 8 years of relevant experience, and 2 years of task management or Deputy PM experience. A Master's degree, 10 years of experience, PE certification, AICP certification, CCM, CMIT, and Design Build experience are preferred.
- How does HNTB approach project delivery for Aviation Project Managers?
- HNTB utilizes its 'Sophisticated Contracting Approach' (SCA) and 'Sophisticated Delivery Approach' (SDA) for project delivery. The Aviation Project Manager will lead the development and execution of the project management plan, ensuring adherence to these methodologies.
- What is the career growth potential for an Aviation Project Manager at HNTB?
- HNTB emphasizes employee-ownership and provides opportunities for career growth. The role involves supervising and mentoring teams, coordinating staffing, and partnering with Client Service Leaders for business development, suggesting ample opportunities for advancement and skill development within the company.
- What does HNTB mean by '4 for 4 performance' in the Aviation Project Manager role?
- HNTB's '4 for 4 performance' refers to the goal of delivering every project with: 1) quality work, 2) on time, 3) on budget, and 4) to the client’s satisfaction. The Aviation Project Manager is expected to manage projects to achieve this standard.
- Is visa sponsorship available for the Aviation Project Manager position at HNTB?
- No, visa sponsorship is not available for this position at HNTB. Candidates must have existing authorization to work in the United States.