Construction Manager

Welcome to San Diego International Airport, where our core purpose is to create an exceptional experience for both our community and visitors from around the world. It extends beyond just flights; we embody the vibrant spirit of San Diego itself—sunny, welcoming, and full of life. We are committed to attracting, fostering, and empowering a team of talented individuals who can deliver our strategic goals.

Here, you’ll find a workplace culture that thrives on diversity and is anchored in our collective mindsets: collaboration, empathy, inclusivity, thoughtful decision-making, active listening, and always believing the best in people. If you are ready to contribute to a team that values meaningful impact and enjoys the journey along the way, we invite you to apply today and help us connect our community to the world.

Why You'll Love SAN:

• Location: Project Management Complex, located on the San Diego International Airport campus. Work alongside with our Construction JV partners on the waterfront, providing stunning views of San Diego Bay, the Pacific Ocean, and the city skyline. Regular visits to new and ongoing construction sites throughout Airport campus.
• Hybrid Work Schedule: We offer a flexible telecommuting schedule, with the opportunity to work remotely for one day each work week.
• Salary: The hiring salary for Construction Manager is starting at $106,967. The full pay range for Construction Manager is $89,700-$148,005.
• Benefits: You will enjoy 14 paid holidays, 18 – 33 days of vacation (PTO), annual employer funded Lifestyle Spending Account which you can use to invest in your personal development and growth activities, parental and child care benefits, salary continuance for family & parental leave, tuition reimbursement, ensure your future with our retirement plan options including our comprehensive pension plan, 457 defined contribution plan, and more
• Wellness: Take advantage of multiple on-site gyms with regular fitness classes, outdoor working areas, fitness discounts for all levels and goals, monthly fruit deliveries, rewards for volunteer time, financial wellness advisors, and a campus with easy access to some of San Diego's best walking trails.

About the Job:
The Airport Design & Construction department is looking for a dedicated Construction Manager, ready to lead high-impact, specialized airport construction projects with a focus on adopting innovative construction techniques and sustainability measures. The ideal candidate will have proven experience managing the overall project lifecycle, from monitoring the progression of planning and design phases to overseeing construction activities, ensuring they meet schedule and cost objectives. They will act as a key liaison between the Authority and general contractors, overseeing job site inspections, coordinating with various stakeholders, and fostering team development to ensure project success. This position offers the unique opportunity to contribute to significant infrastructure projects, enhancing the airport's service to the community and world.

What You’ll Do:

1.      Provides guidance and coordinates efforts of planning, designing and construction management activities; manages and leads the overall project including technical, financial, and client satisfaction; develops procedures for monitoring the progression of planning design and construction phases; interfaces with project designers and contractors to ensure procedures are followed; oversees periodic inspection of construction activities; evaluates progress of project to determine conformance with time schedule and cost objectives.

2.      Coordinates construction project designs with regional, state, and federal jurisdictions including the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), stakeholders, the public and special interest groups; assists with the preparation, and implementation of capital improvements program and related long- and short-range project plans.

3.      Directs staff in the execution of capital and other construction projects; provides oversight activities to ensure project compliance with all relevant federal, state, and local laws, regulations, codes, policies and procedures; develops, reviews and approves a reports, contract documents, engineering plans and correspondence; oversees the compilation and reviews the accuracy of engineering plans and drawings; develops and makes presentations on capital projects and engineering studies to management and other entities/organizations.

4.      Provides technical assistance to department staff by conducting research, analyzing data and drafting policy and procedure documents to address identified needs and issues; compiles materials, researches problems and complaints and responds to requests for information; obtains input and feedback; prepares recommendations where issues are identified; performs related duties as assigned.

5.      Serves as a liaison between the Authority and general contractors on specialized, multi-disciplined airport construction projects, including job site construction inspection; plans, organizes, coordinates, directs, and manages multi-disciplinary work efforts; oversees validation of products and materials; monitors and assesses construction performance and records construction activities to ensure compliance with construction documents.

6.      Communicates effectively with project team and general contractors; maintains project documentation through review of construction inspectors’ daily status reports; monitors and tracks contract schedules; reviews shop drawing submittals; processes and ensures incorporation of RFI’s; reviews contractor change orders and makes recommendations for changes; facilitates pre-bid, pre-construction, and regularly scheduled construction meetings.

7.      Directs, plans, and evaluates the activities of construction inspectors; trains and provides technical expertise and guidance to assigned staff; reviews and verifies punch lists; provides input related to planning for the construction of the project; ensures all worksite safety protocol and standards are followed.

The Skills We Are Looking For:

1. Problem-Solving/Agility: Analyzes situation or factor and collaboratively generate alternative or solution, readily adapts behavior or new work methods, evolving and unexpected situations.
2. Communication: Proficiently exchange information through various avenues including verbal, digital, written, facilitation and persuasion.
3. Critical Thinking: Critically reviews and translates business requirements, data and information to specify solutions or alternative practice in support of business objectives and strategies. 
4. Relationship: Builds and maintains relations with stakeholders, identifies and relates information, ideas and resolves problems.
5. Operating Equipment: Effective use of common construction and surveying tools such as drafting tools, electronic locators, cameras, two-way radios, concrete testing equipment, etc.

Requirements

The Experience You Need to Have***:

• Six years of progressively responsible experience in a public agency or consulting organization focused on construction management with advanced technical emphasis in disciplines involved in complex construction projects, of which at least two years were in a supervisory capacity or coordination of construction consultant work processes, equivalent combination of training and experience.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• A California Class C driver’s license and the ability to maintain insurability under the Authority’s vehicle insurance policy.

Preferred Education, Certification, and Licenses:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, construction management or related course work
• Certifications as Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Certified Professional Constructor (CPC), International Code Council (ICC) Certification, OSHA Safety Certifications, LEED Green Associate (LEED-GA)

**Lacking some of the skills or experiences we've listed? No worries! Here at the San Diego International Airport, we're on a mission to cultivate a workforce as dynamic and diverse as the community we serve. While certain roles may require specific qualifications, we understand that talent comes in many forms. Some of our positions may not require specific degrees, and we're always open to individuals who bring a willingness to learn and a commitment to excellence. If you think this could be you, we encourage you to apply, and even if this position isn't the right role for you, we will add you to our database to consider for other opportunities in the future that align with your unique knowledge and skills. There's a chance we have the perfect spot for you to land!

EEO Statement

It is the policy of the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, SDCRAA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Physical & Mental Demands

Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this class with reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis and depends, in part, on the specific requirements for the job, the limitations related to disability and the ability of the hiring department to accommodate the limitation. If you need any form of accommodation during the recruitment process, please inform the Talent Acquisition Partner (Recruiter).

Under California Government Code Sections 3100 - 3109, public employees are designated disaster service workers. The term "public employees" includes all persons employed by the state or any county, city, state agency, or public district. Disaster service workers are required to participate in such disaster service activities as they may be assigned to them by their employer or law.