Aviation Project Executive

Description:

The Aviation Project Executive will oversee aviation construction projects in the Carolinas region, ensuring successful execution from preconstruction through project completion. This senior-level position requires strong leadership, strategic insight, and technical expertise to manage large-scale and complex aviation projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage multiple aviation construction projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to specified quality standards.

• Establish accurate budgets, prepare GMP/lump sum estimates, and negotiate cost-effective contracts and material purchases.

• Implement job procedures to ensure timely shop drawing approvals, material delivery, and subcontractor buyouts.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, architects, subcontractors, and internal teams.

• Oversee safety planning and enforcement with field superintendents.

• Supervise and train project teams, ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures.

• Lead preconstruction activities including bid preparation, subcontract negotiations, and project planning.

• Conduct project closeouts, including warranty walks and documentation.

• Maintain quality control and mitigate potential claims or disputes.

• Identify new business opportunities and participate in strategic growth initiatives.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or equivalent experience.

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

• Deep understanding of scheduling, cost control, procurement, and estimating systems.

• Ability to solve problems under pressure with a sense of urgency.

• Drafting and computer proficiency.

• Knowledge of project accounting and contract law.

Benefits Include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)

• Paid time off: vacation, sick leave, holidays, bereavement

• Life and AD&D insurance, short and long-term disability

• Financial wellness coaching and educational assistance

• Care.com, ClassPass, and DashPass memberships

• Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal assistance, critical illness, and identity theft protection