Construction Manager - Aviation

Hill International is seeking a Construction Manager - Aviation in Austin, Texas

• Overseeing field and construction activities that includes, as needed and approved by AUS, construction coordinators and other Construction Manager (CM) support staff. Varies extensively depending on the degree of AUS construction contract oversight activity.
• Performs Quality Control checks on their own work product and that of their staff.
• Supports the Airport Program Manager in coordinating with other COA departments (i.e. Capital Delivery, Central Procurement Embedded Airport Team, Development Services Department, Finance, etc.)
• Assist the Airport Program Manager (APM), Project Manager and Capital Delivery Project Manager (CDPM) in change management & scope development.
• Coordinates with the City Engineering Construction Coordinators (Construction Inspectors) from Capital Delivery Services Department.
• Liaison between contractors and internal field AUS stakeholders (i.e. Maintenance, Operations, Security, etc.).
• Attend Contractor Progress Owner Architect Contractor (OAC) meetings, punch walks, mockup reviews, etc.
• Verifying the construction contractors' mobilization schedules including recommendations to APM for approval of contractual requirements before issuance of Notice to Proceed.
• Has a detailed knowledge of the preparation, updating, and maintenance of the project schedule(s). This will include an overall schedule and/or individual schedules, as required, to track design review activities, procurement activities and construction activities.
• Coordinate with the Program/Project Manager in collaboration with pre-construction and design teams to review plans & information related to constructability and all costs involved in developing the project's execution.
• Reviewing and approving contractors' Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) and Logistics plan(s).
• Managing quality services related to oversight and supervision of construction contractors' quality control services, including, at a minimum, confirmation that the standards required by the contract are met.
• Reviewing, adapting as necessary, and monitoring construction safety programs.
• Leading periodic construction meetings, and additional meetings if needed, to resolve issues impacting cost and schedule.
• Supports the review and negotiations of Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) field costs, equipment, and General Conditions (GCs).
• Working with AUS's Environmental Team to monitor compliance with all environmental requirements.
• Overseeing construction monitoring and associated reporting as required to confirm Contractor compliance with the contract requirements.
• Ensures that project site and company assets are secure and maintain a safe and respectful working environment at all times by coordinating with ROCIP team, AUS safety and risk management teams.
• Provides input to monthly pay-application reviews so the APM and CDPM can finalize the billing.
• Review Daily Construction Reports prepared by COA construction coordinators and weekly work plans to achieve schedule compliance.
• Supports the contract change order review process, including review of contractor estimates, negotiate change orders, and assist APM to obtain required approvals.

• Must be local to Austin, TX or willing to relocate to work full time on site.
• Experience on Aviation projects, and previous experience working on or around Airport taxiways, aprons, runways, utility improvements.
• Minimum 10 years in the construction industry, and be knowledgeable about current environmental codes and requirements for such work.
• Excellent communicator, responsible for coordination with not only the Contractor, but all of the various stakeholders associated with this work, not limited to the following: executive team, Airlines, Operations and Environmental, third-party inspectors, City inspectors, and others.
• Proficient in Bluebeam, Microsoft Office Suite, Procore and SharePoint applications.
• Ability to track and evaluate the schedule provided by the Contractor as well as be able to assist in the Change Management process.
• Leadership & Team Management: Guiding diverse teams, resolving conflicts, and keeping morale high on-site.
• Communication: Clear, concise interaction with clients, subcontractors, and stakeholders-both written and verbal.
• Time Management: Juggling multiple timelines and ensuring projects stay on schedule.
• Problem-Solving: Quickly addressing unexpected issues like weather delays, supply shortages, or design changes.
• Adaptability: Construction sites are dynamic, being flexible and calm under pressure is key.
• Negotiation: Managing contracts, budgets, and vendor relationships with confidence and fairness.
• Attention to Detail: Ensuring safety, quality, and compliance with regulations.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) preferred.
• CCM (Certified Construction Manager) preferred.
• P6 Proficiency preferred.

Depending upon your employment status, Hill's comprehensive benefits may include, Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurances, Business Travel Accident Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Commuter Benefits, Legal Assistance, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Auto & Home Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Voluntary Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance. Paid Time Off (PTO), Holidays, 401(K) Retirement Savings Plan, Employee Referral Program, Professional Certification Incentive Program, Hill University Learning and Development, Tuition Reimbursement, EAP, Years of Service Awards Program.

Hill International, with more than 4,100+ professionals in over 100 offices worldwide, provides program management, project management, construction management, project management oversight, advisory, facilities management, and other consulting services to clients in a variety of market sectors. Engineering News-Record magazine recently ranked Hill as one of the largest program management firms in the world. For more information on Hill, please visit our website at www.hillintl.com.

Hill is exclusively a program, project, and construction management provider, meaning we have one focus as a company: protecting client interests. Free of any potential conflicts, our entire business is geared towards helping clients achieve their desired outcomes. We are dedicated to exceeding expectations throughout the entire construction project lifecycle and adapt to the needs of each assignment to develop tailored approaches and solutions to meet those needs.

Hill is a GISI Consulting Group company, part of the Global Infrastructure Solutions, Inc. (GISI) family of companies. Learn more about GISI Consulting Group at www.gisi.com.

Hill International is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veteran/Disabled

Note: This job description is intended to provide an indication of the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions to be carried out as part of fulfilling the role mentioned in the job title. Various other duties as required.

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