Airport Project Manager; PM

Overview

VRX, Inc. offers proactive, big-picture thinking and planning, as well as detailed program, project, and asset management. VRX is a woman-owned professional services firm certified as a WBE and HUB. We provide turnkey services to the public and private sectors. Our specialties include client-focused program and asset management; construction management and inspection; civil engineering; bridge and structural design; utility engineering; and comprehensive environmental services.

VRX is more than 180 people strong in offices across Texas, in Oklahoma and New York. VRX is currently seeking an Airport Project Manager (PM) with aviation runway, taxiway, airport operations, and/or related experience. Candidate should have 5 to 10 years of experience as an Assistant Project Manager, guiding design, construction, inspection, and quality assurance on airfield runway and taxiway projects (i.e., concrete, drainage, grading and lighting, communicating with airport operation personnel, etc.).

• Assist Airport Planning in the development of initial project documents including capital budget estimates, schedules, SM  requirements and defining the scope of work and project management plan.
• Coordinates with other Airport departments (i.e. Capital Delivery, CPEAT, DSD, Finance, etc.).
• Performs QC checks on their own work product and that of their staff.
• Preparation of RFQ and/or RFP packages for design and/or construction services and coordinating review with client staff. Assist with Presentation Development, ATC meetings, council preparation & RCA documentation.
• Planning coordination & stakeholder design coordination
• Evaluates PDD scope of work and recommends modifications as the project evolves to stay within predetermined budgeting and scheduling parameters.
• Reports on progress (Weekly Status Report, Integrated Program Schedule, Airline Technical Committee ATC, etc.).
• Supports and supervises outreach activities for CMAR/Design-Builder
• Invoice review and approval.
• Obtaining/procuring design, construction, QA/QC services, and services provided by consultants or contractors.
• Coordination project permitting and approval process through various local, state, and federal authorities.
• Assist in coordination with the project design team, and coordinate client and stakeholder reviews, and securing agreements with stakeholders.
• Analyze and manage eCAPRIS reports including cost, earnings, and contingency.
• Manages project’s budget the Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) review and negotiations, when required.
• Knows and understands the requirements of the contracts, Airport design intent, municipal requirements, etc.
• Oversee the collaboration with pre-construction and design teams to prepare, review, and monitor plans & information related to all costs involved in developing the project’s budget.
• Manage the contract change order process including review of contractor estimates, negotiate change orders, and assists to obtain required approvals.
• Work with Finance to initiate pay application process and follow up to ensure payment is received timely.
• Attend Contractor Progress (OAC) meetings, punch walks, mockup reviews etc.
• Review scope changes; obtained estimates for changes from subcontractors; submitted CORs for approval.
• Manages proposed change orders, claims, modifications to the plans, Requests for Information (RFIs), submittals, RFQs, and RFPs.
• Close out the design review process and supports field activities the project for the Construction Manager.
• Manage the close-out process. Prepare final records for the project like As-Built Drawings, Operation & Maintenance Manuals, Warranties, etc. for successful project turnover.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
• 5 to 10 years of project management experience on aviation/transportation improvement projects
• Preferred Licenses/Certifications – PE, CCM, PMP
• Experience with providing constructability review comments
• P6 Proficiency
• Must be able to obtain airport SIDA clearance and qualify to drive in Airfield Operations Area, if required
• Must have good communication skills

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