Assistant Airport Terminal Project Manager
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Job Description:
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Assistant Airport Terminal Project Manager to join our team! In this role you will support our LAX team by
managing the scope, cost, schedule and operational interfaces of all design and construction related activities for the Terminal Refresh Program at the Tom Bradley International Terminal . You will be focused on schedule certainty, budget delivery and making sure that construction work meets the required quality standards while enforcing a strong health, safety, and environmental culture on the project. You will assist with the development and implementation of design, construction, testing, commissioning, turnover plans, impacts to the operations, and that risk mitigation for construction activities will be optimized.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Primary liaison and airport/owner representative responsible for directing and managing the project
- Responsible for scope development and scope management of the project to meet project goals and objectives
- Develop the RFP and oversee the procurement process for designers and contractors
- Providing direction and management for assigned project and ensuring on-schedule completion within or below budget in accordance with contractual obligations
- Planning and defining program goals and devising methods to accomplish them, developing in-depth knowledge of owner objectives, contract terms, and airport policies
- Planning, directing, supervising and controlling the execution of all technical, fiscal, and administrative functions of the assigned project
- Working with team members and airport management to develop budgets, schedules, and plan for the various elements of a project
- Oversees owner’s staff that manages full project delivery including stake holder interfaces
- Managing project scope to meet or exceed project goals and objectives
- Abilities to identify and study options to complex design, operational or constructability issues
- Ability to conduct field surveys and investigations to capture detailed and accurate field conditions. This information shall be used to enable strategic design and construction decisions
- Maintaining documentation on the approved scope of work for the project to include all related agreements, authorizations, reports, drawings and specifications. This documentation shall include narratives for all scopes of work as well as a coordinated CAD representation including all projects for key disciplines
- Overseeing the Design Manager who will be managing the design process during design and construction including resolution of technical design issues, issuing design non-compliances, issuing field non-conformances, timely processing of RFI’s, coordinating shop drawing reviews, participation in and approval of factory and site acceptance tests, coordinating material approvals, coordinating mock up approvals, providing reports, drawings and specification interpretation, participation in testing and commissioning activities, managing the punch list process and other activities as required to ensure the design process supports the project goals
- Overseeing the Design Manager who will be managing the Design Review Team(DRT) design review process for assigned project(s) through all phases of design including significant design changes during construction
- Monitoring and leading efforts related to the permitting process required by the design team and contractor
- Overseeing the construction process to remove and mitigate obstacles that cause inefficiencies to the construction process
- Becoming thoroughly familiar with required contractual obligations and technical aspects of all facilities to be erected
- Ensuring all work is being performed with and inspected to the latest versions of plans and specifications including approved changes, submittals, and RFI’s.
- Working with designer, contractor and stakeholders to develop the overall planning of construction activities and identifying critical milestones and priorities
- Keeping alert to possible problem areas and taking preventative action to ensure critical milestones are met for each phase of the project
- Ensuring the use of safe and sound construction practices
- Preparing reports summarizing progress of construction activities for senior management
- Reviewing change proposals for contractual compliance and alignment with fairmarket value
- Preparing a monthly risk report for the Program Board
- Monitoring adherence to Quality Assurance/Quality Control Plan, and otherdocuments as required and promoting excellence on the project through theapplication of Quality Assurance processes
- Enforcing the program requirements for all areas of the project and monitoring thedraft and final deliverables for adherence to these criteria
- Reviewing pay applications to ensure proper verification of completed work andcompliance with contract requirements
- Working with the key project individual to devise and execute action plans torectify potential cost overruns or delays, or to accommodate significant changes tothe scope of work
- Assuring that current and timely change orders are documented and administeredproperly
- Participating in all necessary coordination meeting with designer, contractor andstakeholders
- Managing the closeout process to ensure all documentation is completed as quickly as possible to efficiently close the project without incurring unnecessary costs
- Safety performance well above industry standards
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
- 10 years or more experience, preferably on airport projects
- Experience with projects more than $50 million in value.
- Experience with various delivery methods, including Design-Bid-Build,Design+CMAR and Design/Build
- Proven ability to perform in a management capacity
- Excellent written and oral communication skills and a thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulations
- Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Aviation, Business, Engineering, ConstructionManagement, Planning or other related technical field required
- Master's degree preferred
- Optional certifications may include AAAE, LEED, PE, PMP, AICP, etc. or any other relevant professional license or certifications
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Bluebeam
Ability to work in CAD or REVIT preferred - Ability to work on-site at LAX Monday through Friday (this is not a remote position)
Security Clearance Requirement:
NoneThis position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see what's next!Salary Range: $100,900.00 - $176,600.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.
COMPETITIVE BENEFIT OFFERINGS
Financial Wellness
We care about your financial wellbeing. Parsons offers competitive pay and retirement plans to help you build wealth for the future while giving you the flexibility to diversify your investments.
Work Life Harmony
Balance in life is important and time away from the office is imperative to allow you to refresh and focus your attention on the things that matter to you. Parsons supports your time away by providing paid time off and paid flexible holidays.
Career Development
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Veteran Support
We provide Industry leading benefits to support veterans and active-duty members to provide security for you and your family by offering robust leave and benefits; including paid active-duty military leave and paid time off when transitioning back to civilian life.
Mind & Body
At Parsons we inspire healthier habits, heathier minds, and a healthier you through our wellness program. Participate in our weekly Meditation Mondays and Wellness Wednesdays. Wellness, at Parsons, is more than just your annual checkup.
Health
Health is not a one size fits all. At Parsons, we offer a robust Employee Assistance Program as well as comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans through large, national carriers with the choice of regional PPO, HDHP, or HMO networks.

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