Nine years of progressively responsible experience in construction project scheduling and estimating, including three years supervising a team of subordinates.
Knowledge of supervisory principles and ability to manage the operations and programs of the unit or team.
Comprehensive professional knowledge of, and ability to apply, finance concepts, principles, and practices for capital development.
Knowledge of and ability to apply engineering, architecture, and commercial-industrial construction project management and project controls.
Knowledge of and ability to apply business administration principles to explain changes, trends, and impacts to profit and loss.
Knowledge of and ability to use information management systems and electronic document control systems.
Knowledge of and ability to conduct bid analysis of engineering or construction work.
Ability to perform complex analyses of data and information and make recommendations.
Ability to speak and write effectively.
Skill in using a computer and office suite software, especially database and spreadsheet software.
A bachelor's degree in any field.
A state driver's license in good standing.
Ability to operate a vehicle landside and airside, requiring an AOA permit.
Responsibilities
Oversee staff and consultants in analyzing and improving engineering and construction project controls, scheduling, costing, estimating, reporting, budget development, asset management and classification for capital projects, and related management information functions.
Support the Deputy Vice President and Vice President for Engineering in defining program requirements and implementing procedures.
Select, train, organize, and supervise subordinate engineers and other staff.
Manage staff who analyze, appraise, and forecast schedules; conduct cost estimating; perform management information functions; and execute general administrative tasks.
Review and improve project controls from budgeting through construction.
Develop and maintain a cost and schedule control system as a decision-making tool.
Monitor and track project schedules, and negotiate or help negotiate change orders.
Develop and maintain project controls policies and procedures.
Develop and maintain a cost estimating capability and prepare change estimates.
Support engineering leadership in developing and implementing procedures, systems, and reports addressing project status and forecasts.
Manage information management systems development and maintenance, including the electronic document control system.
Work with senior leaders to define and refine Capital Construction Program requirements.
Ensure proper capitalization of fixed assets resulting from capital improvements.
Prepare reports on project progress relative to schedules and budgets.
Serve as Contracting Officer's Technical Representative.
Develop cash flows for project financing.
Contribute to development of Capital Construction Project, Capital, Operating, and Maintenance Investment Program, and Dulles Toll Road Capital and Repair and Rehabilitation budgets.
Review and approve purchase requests for the Capital Construction Project, Capital, Operating, and Maintenance Investment Program, and Dulles Toll Road Capital and Repair and Rehabilitation budgets.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Compensation Grade:
S24
Salary Range:
$140,932.00-$225,491.00
Opening Date:
September 16, 2026
Closing Date:
Please Note: All job announcements close at 11:59 p.m. of the day before the posted closing date.
As the Project Controls and Management Department Manager, you will manage project controls and ensure that work specifications fit budget, schedule, reporting, and compliance requirements.
Project Controls and Management Department Manager
Serves in the Project Controls and Management Department in the Office of Engineering, located at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
Oversees staff and consultants in analyzing and improving engineering and construction project controls, scheduling, costing, estimating, reporting, budget development, asset management and classification for capital projects, and related management information functions. Supports the Deputy Vice President and Vice President for Engineering in defining program requirements and implementing procedures. Selects, trains, organizes, and supervises subordinate engineers and other staff. Performs related functions.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Manages staff that analyzes, appraises, and forecasts schedules; conducts cost estimating; performs management information functions; and executes general administrative tasks.
Reviews and improves project controls from budgeting through construction.
Develops and maintains a cost/schedule control system which acts as a decision-making tool.
Monitors and tracks project schedules. Negotiates, or helps negotiate, change orders.
Develops and maintains project controls policies and procedures.
Develops and maintains a cost estimating capability; prepares change estimates.
Supports Deputy Vice President and Vice President for Engineering in developing and implementing procedures, systems, and reports that address status of projects and forecasts.
Manages information management systems development and maintenance. Manages the electronic document control system.
Works with senior leaders to define and refine Capital Construction Program requirements.
Ensures proper capitalization of fixed assets resulting from capital improvements.
Prepares reports on project progress relative to schedules and budgets.
Serves as Contracting Officer's Technical Representative (COTR).
Develops cash flows for project financing.
Contributes to the development of Capital Construction Project (CCP); Capital, Operating, and Maintenance Investment Program (COMIP); and Dulles Toll Road Capital and Repair and Rehabilitation (R&R) budgets.
Reviews and approves purchase requests for CCP, COMIP, and Dulles Toll Road Capital and R&R budgets.
Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Nine years of progressively responsible experience in construction project scheduling and estimating.
Three of the nine years of experience must include supervising a team of subordinates.
Knowledge of supervisory principles and ability to manage the operations and programs of the unit/team.
Comprehensive professional knowledge of and the ability to apply the concepts, principles, and practices of finance for capital development purposes.
Knowledge of and ability to apply engineering, architecture, and commercial-industrial construction project management and project controls.
Knowledge of and ability to apply business administration principles to explain changes, trends, and impacts to profit/loss.
Knowledge of and ability to use information management systems and electronic document control systems.
Knowledge of and ability to conduct bid analysis of engineering or construction work.
Ability to perform complex analyses of data and information and make recommendations.
Ability to speak and write effectively.
Skill in using a computer and office suite software, with emphasis on database and spreadsheet software.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
None
EDUCATION
A Bachelor’s Degree in any field.
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES REQUIRED
A state driver’s license in good standing.
NECESSARY SPECIAL FACTORS
Operates vehicle landside and airside (requires AOA permit).
Work is typically reviewed in progress and upon completion for quantity, quality, timeliness, teamwork, customer service, and other factors.
May be subject to potential hazards common to the airport environment and construction industry. Wears personal protective gear, as necessary.
Work requires moderate physical exertion (lifting objects up to 25 pounds).
WHAT WE OFFER
A career with the Airports Authority comes with more than just a paycheck; it offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family’s health, financial security, and professional growth. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; well-being resources; health savings and flexible spending accounts; pension and retirement plans; and ongoing training and development opportunities. Discover more about our benefits package here.
A background security investigation will be required for all new hires.
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