Senior Construction Manager - Aviation
Ramos Consulting Services, Inc. (Ramos CS) · Los Angeles, CA
- On site
- Full-time
- $225,000 / year
- Los Angeles, CA
Job highlights
- Lead aviation construction projects with multi-stakeholder coordination.
- Manage schedule, budget, safety, and quality standards.
- Oversee QA/QC, submittals, RFIs, and change orders.
- Develop and implement construction management plans.
- Requires 20+ years experience and major airport project history.
About the role
Senior Construction Manager Aviation
Ramos CS, now a part of Colliers Engineering & Design, is actively hiring a Senior Construction Manager. The Senior Construction Manager serves as the primary coordinating authority for all construction-related activities, exercising decisive leadership across a complex, multi-stakeholder program environment. Working in close coordination with parties providing services under separate agreements, the CM is accountable for managing critical interfaces spanning quality assurance and control, inspection, surveying, and materials testing, integrating these disciplines into a unified delivery framework that upholds the program's commitments to schedule, budget, safety, and uncompromising quality standards.
Responsibilities
- Develop and administer construction management procedures and comprehensive project construction management plans.
- Manage all project interfaces during construction phases, including coordination with multi-disciplinary teams operating under separate agreements.
- Lead constructability reviews and provide pre-construction support services.
- Prepare and review construction logistics plans and maintenance of operations (MOO) plans.
- Provide quality assurance (QA) services throughout construction, and manage the quality control (QC) framework.
- Review and process contractor submittals and requests for information (RFIs) in a timely manner.
- Manage the construction contract change authorization process from initiation through resolution.
- Maintain comprehensive project progress documentation and both hard and soft cost reporting.
- Analyze impacts resulting from changes and changed conditions; provide written assessments and recommendations.
- Develop and maintain safety oversight management projects and procedures in compliance with Airport Authority requirements.
- Develop and manage a proactive claims prevention program, including safety monitoring and support for construction drawings and record drawings.
- Coordinate code inspections; verify acceptance testing for constructed facility components and systems.
- Facilitate facility user familiarization, operational trials, and turnover; verify punch list completion including record drawings.
- Provide continuous oversight of construction activities in the field, ensuring compliance with Airport Authority's safety, quality, OEHS, and MMRP processes.
- Manage the Design-Builder or Contractor in the preparation of its Phasing and Logistics Plan and Traffic/Pedestrian Management Plan. Ensure conformance with Airport Authority-approved logistics and phasing plans throughout construction.
- Provide oversight and coordination of professional commissioning, project operation and equipment training, and maintenance coordination.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or other related technical field required. Master's degree preferred.
- 20 or more years of Construction Management experience.
- Demonstrated experience on major airport projects or capital improvement programs valued at $1B or greater.
- Optional certifications may include AAAE, LEED, PE, PMP, AICP, etc. or any other relevant professional licensure and/or certifications.
- Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
Compensation
$200,000 to $225,000 per year (depending on qualifications)
What We Offer
Ramos Consulting Services, now a part of Colliers Engineering & Design, offers competitive benefits that support our employees in their life and career. This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to:
- Employer-Provided Healthcare: 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employee base plans. We also provide a 40% employer contribution toward dependent or family coverage plans.
- Paid Time Off: 120 hours of combined PTO and Sick Time annually, in addition to paid holidays.
- Retirement Planning: Participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match of 50% on the first 6% of employee contributions.
- Flexible Spending Accounts: Pre-tax FSA/HSA options for medical, dental, and dependent care expenses to help manage out-of-pocket costs.
- Employee Wellness & Support: 100% employer-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing 24/7 confidential support for work-life balance, financial wellness, and emotional well-being.
- National Resources & Career Growth: As part of the Colliers Engineering & Design national platform, employees have access to expanded technical resources, mentorship, and diverse career development opportunities across the Western United States and beyond.
Key skills/competency
- Construction Management
- Project Management
- Aviation Projects
- Quality Assurance (QA)
- Quality Control (QC)
- Construction Logistics
- Safety Management
- Contract Administration
- Budget Management
- Team Leadership
Skills & topics
- Senior Construction Manager
- Aviation Construction
- Project Management
- Construction Management
- Airport Projects
- Quality Assurance
- Quality Control
- Safety Management
- Contract Administration
- Capital Improvement Programs
- Construction Logistics
- LEED
- PE
- PMP
- Engineering
- Construction
- Management
- Senior
- Lead
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight 20+ years of construction management experience, focusing on major airport projects (>$1B value). Emphasize leadership, QA/QC, and safety management.
- Showcase aviation expertise: Detail specific responsibilities and achievements in managing aviation construction programs, including logistics, phasing, and stakeholder coordination.
- Address qualifications directly: Ensure your resume clearly states your Bachelor's degree (or Master's) and lists any relevant certifications like LEED, PE, or PMP.
- Prepare for technical questions: Be ready to discuss your experience with constructability reviews, claims prevention, and compliance with airport authority requirements.
- Research the company: Understand Ramos CS's role within Colliers Engineering & Design and their commitment to aviation projects.
Technical preparation
Master construction management software.,Review airport construction standards.,Practice cost estimating and budgeting.,Study safety protocols for aviation.
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex stakeholder conflict.,How do you ensure quality on projects?,Tell me about a safety incident you managed.,How do you handle budget overruns?
Frequently asked questions
- What are the key responsibilities for a Senior Construction Manager Aviation at Ramos CS?
- As a Senior Construction Manager Aviation at Ramos CS, you will be the primary coordinator for all construction activities on major airport projects. This involves managing stakeholder interfaces, overseeing quality assurance and control, ensuring safety compliance, managing budgets and schedules, and handling contract administration. You'll also lead constructability reviews and claims prevention programs.
- What qualifications are essential for the Senior Construction Manager Aviation role?
- To be considered for the Senior Construction Manager Aviation position, you'll need a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field, with a Master's degree being preferred. A minimum of 20 years of construction management experience is required, specifically with demonstrated experience on major airport projects or capital improvement programs valued at $1 billion or greater.
- How does Ramos CS support its employees in this Senior Construction Manager Aviation role?
- Ramos CS, as part of Colliers Engineering & Design, offers competitive benefits. These include 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance, 120 hours of PTO/Sick Time annually, a 401(k) with a generous company match, flexible spending accounts, and an Employee Assistance Program. You'll also benefit from national resources and career growth opportunities.
- What is the typical salary range for a Senior Construction Manager Aviation at Ramos CS?
- The compensation for the Senior Construction Manager Aviation position at Ramos CS ranges from $200,000 to $225,000 per year, with the final salary determined by your qualifications and experience.
- What kind of projects can I expect to work on as a Senior Construction Manager Aviation at Ramos CS?
- As a Senior Construction Manager Aviation, you will be involved in major airport projects or large-scale capital improvement programs, typically valued at $1 billion or more. These projects require extensive coordination across multiple stakeholders and adherence to strict safety, quality, and operational standards.
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