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Cordoba

Engineering, construction management, and program management

Assistant Aviation Project Manager

Full-TimeDeadline 3/30/27
$145k - $165k/yr
Expert
Bachelor's
Los Angeles, CA, USA
In Person
Architecture & Civil EngineeringConstruction Management

About the job

Requirements
  • At least 10 years of experience.
  • A bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Planning, or another related technical field is required.
  • Experience with projects valued at more than $40 million.
  • Experience with Design-Build delivery, specifically Progressive Design-Build.
  • Proven ability to perform in a management capacity.
  • Thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulations.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Bluebeam.
  • Proficiency in project management or project controls software.
Responsibilities
  • Serve as the primary liaison and airport/owner representative responsible for directing and managing the project.
  • Develop and manage project scope to meet project goals and objectives.
  • Develop the Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) and oversee the trade procurement process.
  • Provide direction and management for the assigned project, ensuring on-schedule completion within or below budget and in accordance with contractual obligations.
  • Plan and define program goals, devise methods to accomplish them, and develop in-depth knowledge of owner objectives, contract terms, and airport policies.
  • Plan, direct, supervise, and control the execution of all technical, fiscal, and administrative functions of the assigned project.
  • Work with team members and airport management to develop budgets, schedules, and plans for project elements.
  • Oversee the owner's staff responsible for full project delivery, including stakeholder interfaces.
  • Identify and study options for complex design, operational, or constructability issues.
  • Conduct field surveys and investigations to capture detailed and accurate field conditions for strategic design and construction decisions.
  • Oversee the Design Manager's management of the design process during design and construction, including resolving technical design issues; issuing design non-compliances and field non-conformances; processing requests for information (RFIs); coordinating shop drawing reviews; participating in and approving factory and site acceptance tests; coordinating material and mock-up approvals; providing reports, drawings, and specification interpretations; participating in testing and commissioning; and managing the punch list process and other activities needed to support project goals.
  • Oversee the Design Manager's management of the Design Review Team (DRT) review process through all design phases, including significant design changes during construction.
  • Monitor and lead permitting efforts required by the design team and contractor.
  • Oversee the construction process and remove or mitigate obstacles causing inefficiencies.
  • Become thoroughly familiar with contractual obligations and technical aspects of the facilities to be erected.
  • Ensure all work is performed and inspected using the latest plans and specifications, including approved changes, submittals, and RFIs.
  • Work with the designer, contractor, and stakeholders to plan construction activities and identify critical milestones and priorities.
  • Identify potential problem areas and take preventive action to ensure milestones are met for each project phase.
  • Ensure the use of safe and sound construction practices.
  • Prepare reports summarizing construction progress for senior management.
  • Review change proposals for contractual compliance and alignment with fair market value.
  • Prepare a monthly risk report for the Program Board.
  • Monitor adherence to the Quality Assurance/Quality Control Plan and other required documents, and promote project excellence through quality assurance processes.
  • Enforce program requirements across project areas and monitor draft and final deliverables for compliance.
  • Review pay applications to verify completed work and ensure compliance with contract requirements.
  • Work with key project personnel to devise and execute action plans to address potential cost overruns or delays, or accommodate significant scope changes.
  • Ensure current and timely change orders are documented and administered properly.
  • Participate in necessary coordination meetings with the designer, contractor, and stakeholders.
  • Manage closeout to complete documentation promptly and close the project efficiently without unnecessary costs.
  • Maintain safety performance well above industry standards.
Desired Qualifications
  • DBIA certification is strongly preferred.
  • Optional certifications may include AAAE, LEED, PE, PMP, AICP, or another relevant professional license or certification.

About the company

Cordoba Corporation is a California-based engineering, construction management, program management, and planning firm that serves transportation, water, energy, education and facilities projects. Its work spans planning, design, delivery, and program management, combining technical engineering capabilities with public policy expertise and a focus on community impact. The company works by integrating cross-functional core competencies across sectors to manage projects from planning through construction, aiming to deliver on time, within budget, and with high quality. It differentiates itself through its blend of engineering know-how and public policy understanding, a statewide presence, and a track record reflected in industry rankings. The goal is to make a measurable difference in communities by delivering reliable infrastructure and facilities that meet client needs and public objectives.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Los Angeles, California

Founded

1983

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What believers are saying

  • VSS completed its August 10, 2026 investment, adding capital for expansion.
  • Pla opened the August 20, 2026 CA Water Data Summit, reinforcing market visibility.
  • El Centro's 2026 opening expands Cordoba's reach across Imperial Valley infrastructure work.

What critics are saying

  • Cordoba still depends on California public-agency spending and municipal procurement cycles in 2027.
  • VSS's August 2026 growth investment creates pressure for faster margins, scale, and exit readiness.
  • AECOM, Jacobs, and WSP can outbid Cordoba on mega-programs and talent.

What makes Cordoba unique

  • Since 1983, Cordoba has delivered $250 billion of Pacific Coast capital projects.
  • George L. Pla couples engineering, construction, and program management across water, energy, transportation.
  • Cordoba's 10th California office in El Centro embeds local hiring and client proximity.

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Cordoba Corporation
Sep 25th, 2026
George L. Pla honored at Concilio Symposium for leadership, civic impact, and educational advancement.

George L. Pla honored at Concilio Symposium for leadership, civic impact, and educational advancement. " " George L. Pla honored at Concilio Symposium for leadership, civic impact, and educational advancement. The National Community College Hispanic Council named George L. Pla, Founder & CEO of Cordoba, a Líderes con Legado Honoree at its Concilio 2026 Leadership Symposium in Washington, D.C., recognizing his decades-long commitment to civic engagement, educational access, and community-centered infrastructure development. Pla, a nationally recognized business leader, author, and philanthropist, is being recognized for his work advancing opportunities for underserved communities, strengthening California's public institutions, and championing pathways that support student achievement and workforce mobility. His career reflects a deep belief in the power of education to transform lives - a theme central to this year's Symposium. As Founder & CEO of Cordoba, Pla leads one of the nation's most respected civil engineering and program management firms, delivering projects that improve transportation, energy, water, and educational facilities across California. Beyond his corporate leadership, he serves as President of the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum Commission and sits on the Board of LA28, helping prepare the region for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. In accepting the honor, Pla emphasized the role education plays throughout his life and career. "Education opens every door for me," he says. "It shapes my path, my purpose, and my commitment to public service. This recognition is really about the educators, mentors, and institutions that invest in students every day - and about ensuring future generations have the same opportunities to learn, lead, and succeed." The Concilio Symposium brings together leaders across education, government, philanthropy, and industry to highlight strategies that advance equity, opportunity, and community development. This year's honor underscores the Symposium's focus on elevating individuals whose work bridges sectors and creates lasting public benefit.

Cordoba Corporation
Aug 21st, 2026
George L. Pla opens day two of the 11th Annual CA Water Data Summit.

George L. Pla opens day two of the 11th Annual CA Water Data Summit. George L. Pla, Founder and CEO of Cordoba, launched the second day of the 11th Annual CA Water Data Summit on August 20, 2026 with a forward-looking message about how data, technology, and technical excellence must converge to strengthen California's water systems. Speaking to an audience of water leaders, technologists, and policymakers at City Club Los Angeles, Pla emphasized the responsibility shared across the industry to modernize infrastructure and elevate water data as a strategic asset. In his remarks, Pla noted, "California's water future depends on our ability to combine real-time data with real-world execution. Technology can illuminate the path, but it's the engineering, the project delivery, and the commitment to communities that ultimately move the needle." Pla's role in opening the Summit reflects Cordoba's long-established presence as a trusted and influential voice in California's water industry. For more than four decades, the firm has helped shape the state's water landscape - not only through project delivery, but through its leadership in conversations around modernization, resilience, and data-driven infrastructure. From groundwater protection and conveyance systems to treatment facilities and stormwater programs, Cordoba's engineers, program managers, and construction managers bring multidisciplinary expertise to some of California's most complex water challenges. Cordoba's technical capabilities - including civil engineering, program and construction management, digital project controls, and data-supported infrastructure delivery - align directly with the Summit's mission to advance water data innovation. The firm's experience across transportation, energy, and facilities further strengthens its ability to deliver integrated solutions for agencies navigating modernization, climate resilience, and regulatory demands.

Associated Press
Aug 10th, 2026
VSS Capital Partners invests in Los Angeles engineering firm Cordoba with $250B project portfolio

VSS Capital Partners has completed a growth investment in Cordoba, LLC, a Los Angeles-based engineering, construction and programme management firm serving the Pacific Coast. Financial terms were not disclosed. Founded in 1983, Cordoba employs over 400 professionals providing services across education, energy, transportation and water infrastructure sectors. The company has worked on capital improvement projects totalling more than $250 billion since inception. George L. Pla, founder and CEO of Cordoba, said VSS was selected as a minority investment partner to provide capital for growth whilst maintaining the company's existing values and approach. VSS Capital Partners, headquartered in New York, specialises in flexible capital solutions for founder-led businesses. The firm has approximately $4 billion in committed capital and has completed over 100 platform investments.

Cordoba Corporation
Jun 17th, 2026
Cordoba opens its 10th California office in El Centro, strengthening its commitment to local communities.

Cordoba opens its 10th California office in El Centro, strengthening its commitment to local communities. " " Cordoba opens its 10th California office in El Centro, strengthening its commitment to local communities. Cordoba announces the opening of its 10th office in California, located in the City of El Centro. This expansion reinforces Cordoba's long-standing commitment to being local to its clients, investing in regional economies, and hiring talent from the communities where its employees live and work. The grand opening brought together key local and regional leaders, including Mayor Pro Tem Claudia Camarena, Councilmember John Ellett, Councilmember Sonia Carter, Imperial County Supervisor Martha Singh, IID General Manager Jamie Asbury, and Congressman Raul Ruiz, who provided opening remarks and welcomed Cordoba's expanded presence in the Imperial Valley. "Our expansion into El Centro reflects our belief that meaningful work begins with meaningful community connection," said George L. Pla, Founder and CEO of Cordoba. "By establishing a permanent presence in the Imperial Valley, we can better serve our clients, hire locally, and give back to the communities that have always been at the heart of our mission." The new El Centro office will support infrastructure, energy, water, education, and transportation projects across the region, enabling Cordoba to deliver high-impact solutions with teams rooted in the local community. Pictured L to R: Claudia Camarena, Mayor Pro-Tem, City of El Centro, John Ellett, Councilmember, City of El Centro, Raul Ruiz, U.S. Congressmember, George L. Pla, Founder & CEO, Cordoba, Jamie Asbury, General Manager, IID, John Hamby, Boardmember, IID, Gina Dockstader, Boardmember, IID, Alex Cardenas, Boardmember IID

Cordoba Corporation
Apr 16th, 2026
Cordoba celebrates multiple wins at the 2026 CMAA 33rd Annual Awards Gala.

Cordoba celebrates multiple wins at the 2026 CMAA 33rd Annual Awards Gala. Home " News " Cordoba celebrates multiple wins at the 2026 CMAA 33rd Annual Awards Gala. Cordoba is proud to announce that three Long Beach Community College (LBCC) projects managed by its Long Beach Bond Management Team will be honored at the 2026 CMAA 33rd Annual Awards Gala, on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at the InterContinental Hotel in Downtown Los Angeles. This prestigious event recognizes excellence in construction management across Southern California, and Cordoba Corp. is thrilled to celebrate its team's outstanding achievements. Award-Winning Projects: Long Beach Community College - Building MM Construction Trades II Category: Education (K-12, Colleges/Universities, Libraries) - Under $50MThis state-of-the-art facility supports Architecture, Horticulture, and Anthropology programs, delivering modern learning environments that enhance hands-on training and academic growth. Long Beach Community College - Jenni Rivera Music & Theater Building A transformative cultural and educational hub, this building elevates LBCC's performing arts programs with advanced music, theater, and production spaces. LBCC Access Control, Lockdown & Mass Notification System Upgrade (TTC Campus) This project enhances campus safety through upgraded access control, emergency communication systems, and integrated security technology. "These awards are a testament to the dedication, expertise, and passion our team brings to every project," said Jessica Landon, Program Director, Cordoba. "We are honored to partner with Long Beach Community College in delivering facilities that elevate student learning, strengthen community safety, and reflect the highest standards of construction management across Southern California." These recognitions reflect Cordoba Corporation's commitment to delivering high-quality, community-focused projects that strengthen educational environments across California. Cordoba Corp. congratulate its Long Beach Bond Management Team and its LBCC partners for their exceptional work and continued pursuit of excellence.