Posted:
9/20/2024, 12:56:43 AM
Location(s):
Virginia, United States ⋅ Arlington, Virginia, United States
Experience Level(s):
Expert or higher ⋅ Senior
Field(s):
Business & Strategy
Compensation Grade:
S22Salary Range:
$112,986.00-$163,829.00Opening Date:
September 20, 2024Closing Date:
October 5, 2024Please Note: All job announcements close at 11:59 p.m. of the day before the posted closing date.
As a Project Manager Construction, you will manage and administer major construction projects for the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority.GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Directs, coordinates, and monitors all construction phases and activities of the construction projects under the Airports Authority. Inspects and monitors new construction in progress and upon completion, makes recommendations on approval or disapproval of work to ensure work performed meets contract specifications, industry standards and project design intent using the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Contractor Quality Control methodology.
Focuses on Capital Construction Program projects; may also manage projects under the Capital Operating and Maintenance Investment Program and the Dulles Corridor Capital Improvement Program.
Coordinates the submission of construction progress reports; reviews reports for adequacy and accuracy, schedules, and laboratory reports; reviews/approves shop drawings, material lists, and related materials; and confers with designers on submitted items to ensure that design intent is accomplished in construction.
Reviews moderately to highly complex engineering designs and contract documents prepared by others to enhance project constructability so that construction activities may proceed expeditiously. Makes suggestions to improve the contract documents to better meet the “owner’s” or user's needs and to improve the economy and efficiency of construction. Minimizes inconvenience to airlines, tenants, and airport users, and to ensure that the airports remain operational during construction.
Coordinates the design Architecture/Engineering firms' provision of construction phase services to ensure procedures and processes are correctly followed for submittals (such as shop drawings, documents, material samples, etc.,), and to facilitate project meetings and site visits, correspondence, and processing of Requests for Information.
Coordinates projects with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT), Washington Metropolitan Area Transportation Authority (WMATA), and other Federal, state and local governmental agencies, as required.
Ensures that construction projects comply with the FAA Airport Improvement Program (AIP), as applicable. Ensures construction operations are conducted safely and complies with Federal regulations such as the US Environmental Protection Agency, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, and with airport security requirements or DTR/DIAAH road safety requirements, as applicable. Makes periodic and special site visits during all phases of construction to verify compliance.
Coordinates all construction and related activities to ensure that the Airports Authority, as owner or user, is prepared to take over the operation and maintenance of completed projects. Ensures the completion and turnover of all relevant closeout documentation to the Airport Authority.
Participates in panels to select consultants and contractors for design and construction contracts; provides technical input to Contracting Officers.
Serves as Contracting Officer's Technical Representative (COTR); monitors and evaluates vendor performance to ensure compliance with contract terms. Coordinates the activities of various vendors to ensure efficient service and prevent or mitigate inconvenience to users; reviews invoices and applications for payment, issues approvals for payment, resolves payment issues, and prepares contract modifications.
Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Seven years of progressively responsible experience managing and coordinating Heavy Civil projects, Buildings or Airport terminal projects, Utility projects or General construction projects and a bachelor’s degree in any of the major Engineering disciplines (civil, electrical, mechanical, environmental), Architecture, Project Management or related field. A master’s degree may substitute for two years of experience.
Ability to manage and coordinate large public sector construction projects that includes work across the civil and environmental domains.
Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of project management with emphasis on construction, and ability to perform construction engineering analyses, supervise staff in construction management activities, and advise on critical construction issues.
Knowledge of and ability to apply key regulatory requirements of the building trades and generally accepted practices of the construction industry.
Ability to create, plan, organize, monitor, and perform quality control (QA/QC) and ensure work meets contract specifications, industry standards, and project design intent.
Ability to provide field management guidance and oversight to the operations and programs of a construction team.
Ability to work along with team of engineers in analyzing, evaluating, and resolving technical challenges.
Ability to perform complex analyses of data and information and make recommendations.
Ability to speak and write effectively.
Skill in using a computer and office productivity software to draft documents, prepare spreadsheets, perform engineering calculations and statistical analyses, prepare presentations, prepare reports, communicate via email, conduct Internet research, etc.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience managing major engineering projects and contracts in the public sector.
Experience managing construction at an active airport environment.
Certification as a Certified Construction Manager (CCM) from the Construction Manager Certification Institute, or an equivalent certification.
Certification in, and experience implementing, the US Army Corps of Engineers Contractor Quality Control methodology and procedures.
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES REQUIRED
A state driver’s license in good standing.
Licensure as a Professional Engineer (PE) or Registered Architect (RA) within one year from the date of hire, promotion, or placement in the job.
NECESSARY SPECIAL FACTORS
Licensure as a PE in the Commonwealth of Virginia or Registered Architect (RA) must be maintained.
Operates vehicle landside and airside (requires AOA permit).
Work is typically reviewed in progress and upon completion for quantity, quality, timeliness, teamwork, customer service, and other factors.
May be required to work 50% of the work hours on nights and weekends depending on project schedules and airport/ roadway operations.
Is subject to adverse weather conditions and exposed to dirt, grease, odors, hazardous substances, and loud noise when visiting construction sites. Wears protective equipment, as required.
A background security investigation will be required for all new hires.
Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer.| Follow us on Twitter @MWAAcareers.
Website: https://mwaa.com/
Headquarter Location: Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Employee Count: 1001-5000
Year Founded: 1987
IPO Status: Private
Industries: Air Transportation ⋅ Travel