Project Management Manager (Client Delivery)

Position Overview

As Project Management (Client Delivery) Manager, you will have overall responsibility for project execution and delivery once a Runway Safe contract is awarded. You will lead the end-to-end delivery of complex projects and services, ensuring alignment across scope, schedule, budget, safety, quality, and customer commitments from contract signing through handover and aftermarket readiness.

Success in the role is measured through

• safety performance
• on-time delivery
• margin control
• documentation quality
• team engagement
• customer confidence throughout the project lifecycle

Your Profile

• A structured and accountable leader who takes ownership of delivery outcomes and leads teams through complex project environments.
• Communicates clearly, builds trust with customers and stakeholders, and makes sound decisions under pressure while maintaining a collaborative and execution-focused approach.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or another relevant technical field.
• 7+ years of experience successfully leading project delivery within aviation, airfield infrastructure, industrial systems, or other complex construction or manufacturing environments.
• Proven people leadership experience, including resource planning, coaching, performance follow-up, and team capability development.
• Strong competence and proven skills in project governance, contract and scope management, budget and schedule control, risk management, and stakeholder management.
• Ability and willingness to travel internationally and domestically when needed, around 30-40%.
• A valid passport and driver’s license.
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Ability to successfully pass pre-employment and FBI background checks.

It is considered a plus if you have:

• A Master's degree or specialization within aviation, infrastructure or project management.
• Experience delivering airport safety systems, regulated infrastructure projects, or international delivery programs.
• Knowledge of EMAS, airport operations, and regulated aviation environments such as FAA, EASA, or ICAO.
• Formal certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, OSHA 30-hour, contract management, or Lean/Six Sigma.

Compensation & Schedule for This Role

• The annual base salary range for this position is $120,000 - $160,000.
• Starting salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, location, and alignment with market data.
• In addition to base salary, we offer a competitive and attractive total compensation package, including a generous Benefit Package (Health insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, and more).

About Us

Runway Safe leads the industry in commercial aircraft arresting systems, dedicated to enhancing runway safety. Our mission is to improve runway operations and safety by providing knowledge and value-adding solutions to the aviation industry. We enable airports around the world to do more with less: more safety with less space, more types of aircrafts with less investment, more flights with less downtime, more preserved nature with a smaller airport footprint. We provide safety and efficiency. At Runway Safe we welcome you to our global team where accountability, collaboration and transparency are a prerequisite for us to succeed in our mission. Runway Safe is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace with high commitment to bring safe airfields to everyone. We value personal responsibility and a collaborative mindset, knowing that engaged people working together are key to long-term success and company growth. We work to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all applicants throughout the interview process. If you are passionate about making a real impact on global airport safety through real-world solutions, we would love to hear from you!