Project Manager IV

DESTINATION ENTERPRISES INC

Project Manager IV

Los Angeles, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Destination Enterprises will contract this position on behalf of Los Angeles World Airports

    Description of Duties All of the duties associated with Project Manager III, plus specialized experience and/or expertise required for the successful delivery of aviation projects. Oversees the fulfilment of LAWA's overarching organizational goals by coordinating activities and interdependencies between multiple project teams with a focus on the strategy and delivery of the overarching program on behalf of LAWA. Monitors key performance indicators for project and overall program progress, resources, budget, risks and opportunities. Collaborates and communicates with LAWA leadership and project team leaders to review progress and address issues as they arise, taking corrective action as needed.

    Minimum Education Level Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Aviation, Business, Engineering, Construction Management, Planning or other related technical field required. Master's degree preferred.

    Minimum Years Experience 15 years or more experience, preferably on airport projects Has demonstrable specialized experience/area of expertise.

    Professional Licenses and Certifications Relevant Professional Licensure &/or Certifications are strongly preferred. Certifications may include AAAE, LEED, PE, PMP, AICP, etc.

    Synopsis

    The TDIP Low Voltage Systems Integrator and subject matter expert is responsible for driving and overseeing design and execution of all IT, special systems and innovations for multiple terminal projects. Provides oversight and guidance on LAWA’s system integration requirements. This position will act as the primary IT liaison and airport/owner representative working closely with Information Management & Technology (IMT) executives and respective system owners.

    This position requires subject matter expertise of the various airport terminal IT systems including network systems for a comprehensive design, implementation and commissioning of such systems. The candidate must demonstrate extensive experience at the system integrator capacity for passenger processing systems, terminal management systems, baggage handling systems, building automation systems, lighting control systems, aircraft guidance and ramp management systems. This individual will collaborate closely with internal teams, airline partners, LAWA stakeholders, and contractors for the coordination of IT project activities across multiple terminals to ensure consistency.

    Key Identifiers for the Position

    Knowledge in IT design and construction practices and methodologies in an active airport environment

    Leader in stakeholder engagement to identify, communicate, resolution and accomplish their needs, while preserving the principles and criteria of the project scope, schedule and budget constraints

    Maintaining an excellent working relationship with the design and construction professionals geared towards open communications and mutual problem solving in the best interest of the project and all other parties involved

    Abilities to identify and study options to complex design, operational or constructability issues

    coordaining shop drawing reviews, participation in and approval of factory and site acceptance tests, coordinating material approvals, coordinating mockup approvals, providing reports, drawings and specification interpretation, participation in testing and commissioning activities

    Knowledge in LAWA’s change management process for deployment of new IT systems or interfacing with legacy IT systems

    Understanding of LAWA’s USR and ASR processes and ability to identify and mitigate impacts on IT systems

    Essential Job Duties

    Primary liaison with ITM representative responsible for directing and managing the IT scope implementation

    Primary liaison with CBP and TSA for IT infrastructure and integration requirements

    Review and validate IT scope costs of implementations and system integrations

    Oversee buildout and commissioning of IT rooms, networks, horizontal and backbone cabling

    Coordinate with contractor(s) and IMT system owners for comprehensive and effective migration, integration and commissioning activities

    Lead integration workshops until deployment and final commissioning of terminal systems such as passenger processing, CCTV, access control (ACAMS), flight information, baggage handling systems, public announcement, Wifi, aircraft guidance (VDGS), emergency notification, ramp services management system and new IT innovations

    Lead integration workshops until deployment and final commissioning of building/mechanical systems such as Building Automation, lighting control, power metering & controls, conveyance monitoring and FMCS at the central utility plant

    Coordinate with LAWA cyber security team and contractor’s IT system providers for integration into the LAWA ecosystem that meet security requirements

    Working with designers, contractors and stakeholders to develop the overall planning of construction activities and identifying critical milestones and priories

    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 the key project individuals to devise and execute action plans to rectify potential delays, or significant changes to the scope of work

    Participating in all necessary coordination meetings with designer, contractor and stakeholders

    Managing the closeout process for IT systems to ensure all documentation is completed as quickly as possible to efficiently close the project without incurring unnecessary costs

    Adhere to a safe work environment well above industry standards

    Hardware/Software Knowledge

    Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Bluebeam

    Ability to work in CAD or REVIT preferred

    Familiarity with digital content management systems and other airport IT systems

    Professional Experience Level/Other Qualifications

    15 years or more experience, preferably on airport projects

    Experience with projects more than $100 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

    Education/Training

    Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Aviation, Business, Engineering, Construction Management, Planning or other related technical field required

    Relevant professional licensure and/or certification are strongly preferred. Certifications may include AAAE, LEED, PE, PMP, AICP, etc.

    Element-Specific Requirements/Notes

    May assume other duties as required/needed

    Maybe required to work past regular work shift

    Maybe required to work various shifts as needed