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New York, New York, United States of America

Overview

We are seeking an experienced and highly autonomous Senior Project Manager, Airport Airfield in New York, NY to lead large, complex aviation and multi-disciplinary projects. This individual will provide overall leadership to project teams and serve as the primary client point of contact, ensuring projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. The successful candidate will also mentor project managers and technical staff, fostering collaboration and professional development across the team. This role will serve in a staff augmentation capacity for a major terminal development program, providing strategic guidance on airfield design, aircraft maneuvering and operations, gate planning, and construction phasing. The individual will work closely with the client and project stakeholders to ensure all planning, design, and implementation activities align with client requirements and FAA standards.

Your role

  • Leads the project team in executing all phases of the project lifecycle.
  • Advise client in all aspects of airport airfield design and construction particularly the operational impacts of airfield phasing plans.
  • Independently develops and manages project scope, schedule, and budget. Reviews and comments on similar work performed by others.
  • Develops and implements comprehensive Project Management Plans.
  • Work in an environment of multiple consultant firms in one team.
  • Manages all financial aspects of the project.
  • Approves subconsultant and vendor invoices.
  • Proactively identifies and manages budget variances and communicates financial performance to senior management.
  • Serves as the primary point of contact for the client.
  • Leads contract negotiations.
  • Represents the firm and client at public hearings and regulatory meetings.
  • Team Leadership & Business Development:
  • Leads and directs multi-disciplinary project teams.
  • Mentors Project Managers and Associate PMs.
  • Identifies new business opportunities and participates in proposals. Grow the current client relationship.
Project & Programme Management

Location

New York, New York, United States of America

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-162722

Salary range

-

About you

  • Bachelor's degree is required; Graduate degree is desirable.
  • 10+ years professional experience, 5-8 years of direct project management in airport airfield design and construction experience.
  • PMP certification, PE license or equivalent is required or must be obtained within one year of appointment.
  • Position is based on-site at a major NYC airport.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

Rewards & benefits

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

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About AtkinsRéalis

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional information

Expected compensation range is between $130,000 - $216,000 annually hourly depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

Are you ready to expand your career with us? Apply today and help us shape something extraordinary.

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability

Please review AtkinsRéalis' Equal Opportunity Statement here.

AtkinsRéalis cares about your privacy and is committed to protecting your privacy. Please consult our Privacy Notice on our Careers site to know more about how we collect, use and transfer your Personal Data. By submitting your personal information to AtkinsRéalis, you confirm that you have read and accept our Privacy Notice.

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