Project Manager

Compensation

• $113,300.00 - $149,350.00 annual salary + a generous benefits package to include medical, dental, vision and 10% employer paid 401A through VOYA Financial.

Summary

The Project Manager is responsible for managing assigned capital improvement projects, tenant projects and larger O&M projects for the Ontario International Airport Authority (OIAA) through planning, design, construction, and activation phases. The Project Manager supports the delivery of airport projects by coordinating consultants, contractors, stakeholders, and internal departments to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with OIAA standards and regulatory requirements. This position assists the Senior Program Manager in overseeing project scope, cost control, scheduling, documentation, reporting, and compliance requirements, including FAA and TSA grant coordination as assigned.

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for management and performance of project planning, design, budgets, project delivery methods, and project control procedures for airport projects and programs that enhance the business, including analysis of operational implications, regulatory requirements, and safety requirements.
• Manage assigned projects or portions of larger programs under the direction of the Senior Project Manager.
• Develop project objectives, scope, schedules, and cost estimates.
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Knowledge and Skills

• Comprehensive understanding of project management principles across all project phases.
• Knowledge of construction practices, building codes, OSHA regulations, and safety standards.
• Familiarity with FAA regulations and airport planning, design, and construction practices.
• Experience with budgeting, contracting, procurement, and contract administration.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in project management and scheduling tools (e.g., PMIS experience (Unifier is preferred but not required), Microsoft Project) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to build and maintain collaborative working relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound independent judgment.

Profile of the Ideal Candidate

• Possess experience managing design and construction projects, preferably in aviation, transportation, or public infrastructure environments.
• Demonstrate strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently.
• Possess strong written and oral communication skills.
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Project and Excel.
• Have the ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Demonstrate analytical problem-solving skills and sound judgment.
• Be detail-oriented with strong document control and financial tracking capabilities.
• Work effectively in a fast-paced, evolving, and entrepreneurial environment.
• Interact professionally and courteously with employees, tenants, consultants, contractors, regulatory agencies, and the public.
• Consistently demonstrate OIAA’s Core Values.
• PMP, PE, or CCM certifications/licenses highly desirable.
• Unifier experience highly desired.

Minimum Qualifications

• Any combination of education, training, and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities.
• Equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree in Project Management, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in project management, construction management, or capital program delivery.
• Experience in aviation or public-sector infrastructure projects is required.

Physical Demands

• Finger dexterity to utilize a keyboard to input information on a computer.
• Ability to lift and carry files and other media weighing up to twenty-five (25) lbs. up to a distance of approximately 20 feet.
• Ability to access areas owned or leased by OIAA.

Work Environment

• Construction job sites where extreme conditions may exist.
• Non-climate controlled areas where there may be exposure to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration.
• Climatized office environment.

Additional Information

• Candidates who successfully complete all phases of the selection process will be placed on an eligibility list. Current and future vacancies will be filled from this list. Lists typically last for 6 months but may be extended or abolished based upon the needs of the Ontario International Airport Authority (OIAA).
• The OIAA encourages applications from qualified individuals with disabilities as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Fair Employment and Housing Act.
• Persons requesting reasonable accommodation will be required to provide documentation of such a need.
• The OIAA supports a Drug-Free Workplace. The pre-employment physical may include a drug screen where permitted by law.
• Successful candidates shall be required to complete a verification form designated by the Department of Homeland Security United States Citizenship and Immigration Services that certifies eligibility for employment in the United States of America.
• All potential employees are required to pass a fingerprint review and may be required to pass a pre-employment physical examination prior to appointment.
• Employees are required to successfully complete all background / reference checks, knowledge examinations, as well as aptitude tests necessary to obtain an OIAA employee badge at ONT.
• The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract expressed or implied and any provisions contained in this posting may be modified or revoked without notice.
• If applicable, official college transcripts may be required prior to receiving an offer of employment.