Eastern Region Airport Project Manager Lead

Agency Dept of Transportation Division Transit Job  Classification Title Engineering Supervisor II (NS)
Position NumberGradeNC
22

About UsIt’s the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people, products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus, accountability, and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation.

Description of Work Please note that all positions close at 12:00 AM on the posted closing date. You must apply by 11:59 PM prior to the posted closing date.

The N.C. Department of Transportation (NCDOT) Division of Aviation, a recognized leader in air mobility innovation, promotes the economic well-being of North Carolina by developing a safe and robust air transportation system. As the state’s aviation authority, the division manages state and federal airport infrastructure development grant projects, in collaboration with local government owners of the state’s 72 public airports, the integration of advanced air mobility and unmanned aircraft systems for business and government use, airport professional development, aviation workforce development and flight services for state agencies.

This position is part of NCDOT Aviation’s Development Team, which manages state and federal grant-funded programs and provides technical assistance to develop and maintain infrastructure at the state’s 72 public use airports. The position is one of two that lead regional teams of three Airport Project Managers who prioritize and manage compliance and reporting for state and federally funded airport development projects to develop a safe and compliant system of public airports in North Carolina.

The position also manages special projects that support innovation, process improvements and compliance that enable the state’s public airport system to meet the air transportation and economic needs of the state and its communities. This position reports to the Deputy Director of Airport  this role, you will:
• Hire, train, coach and manage the team of airport project managers who facilitate publicly funded airport infrastructure projects undertaken by local government airport owners in communities across the state.
• Lead resolution of complex issues that arise in managing airport development projects, in partnership with NCDOT staff, airport/local government stakeholders, the Federal Aviation Administration and members of the public.
• Identify and manage special projects that support system innovations and compliance.
• Help set, monitor and report on performance measures and goals.
• Monitor airport development and air mobility trends, issues and solutions to contribute to division conversations that advance innovation.
• Establish and maintain excellent working relationships with the public and private stakeholders required for success, including airport managers and staff, aviation consultants, NCDOT highway personnel, local governments, FAA officials and others.
• Contribute to division outreach, engagement and education that builds understanding, support and compliance with public airport development.
• Contribute to the division’s strategic and annual work planning process to identify, advance, track and report on goals and objectives that achieve its mission.

A strong background in pavement design, project management, contracts, bid process, and professional service procurement is preferred. Management prefers career-oriented candidates with superior customer service skills, professional mindsets and meticulous attention to detail, interested in working in a team…