About The Position
We are seeking an outstanding Aviation Program Manager to join our growing Aviation team in the Jacksonville, FL office. The ideal candidate possesses fifteen years of related experience. As a Civil Engineer focused on Airside Design and airfield pavements. The successful candidate would be mentored by our dynamic team of Aviation professionals while supporting/leading a range of multidisciplinary projects. The successful candidate would also interface with clients and support proposal development.
Summary
The primary responsibility of a Program Manager is to develop, implement and manage a major component of one or more business lines within a business unit in order to promote future business and services. The Program Manager is expected to work closely with the customer, know their mission and be familiar with their overall priorities.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Determines resource and execution requirements to support clients’ program.
- Monitors resource allocation to maximize efficient and effective management of business unit program.
- Develops new approaches to advance techniques, tools and program management of business unit in order to meet the needs of the client.
- Advocates and encourages “lessons learned” exchange and technology transfer within business unit(s).
- Monitors the performance of project managers’ execution of client program within the business unit(s).
- Offers mentoring and encouragement to individual team members with the goal of encouraging and maintaining team unity, harmony and overall efficiency.
- Delivers oral and written presentations.
- Leads production of proposals, SOQ’s and other marketing / promotion materials to build practice.
- May lead negotiations of fee offers, scopes of work, and contracts of work.
- Leads program team and facilitate the communication and interaction between organization and client.
- May perform as project manager on strategic projects or in resolution of technical and/or performance related problems.
- Develops and maintains positive customer and client relationships to foster repeat business.
- Updates and maintains body of knowledge related to training, degree or job responsibilities.
- Adheres to company policies and procedures.
- Other duties may be assigned as company needs dictate. Management reserves the right to modify this job description at any time and at their discretion.
Minimum requirements for this Program Manager role include:
- Strong relationships with Federal Aviation Administration (Orlando ADO). Florida Department of Transportation – Aviation Programs
- History of managing multiple airport multidisciplinary projects.
- Ability to provide high level technical design oversight.
- Willingness to mentor staff
- 15+ years of experience as a Project Manager for airport projects
- Ability to sell services to Airport Authorities, Commissions and Municipalities
- Ability to manage multiple aviation projects.
- Ability to work well within a team environment, positive attitude, multi-task, and self-motivated to produce high quality work.
- Ability and desire to learn and grow professionally
At Pond, we are a collaborative, innovative team in an environment that fosters learning and
professional growth. We believe that as you grow, we grow. You will have opportunities to broaden your knowledge and to put your skills to work in engaging, challenging, and diverse projects that make a positive impact on the communities in which we live and work.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position will supervise Project Managers, which requires monitoring performance and conducting annual performance reviews.
About Pond
Pond is an award-winning, full-service architecture, engineering, planning, construction management, and environmental services firm providing professional solutions to clients throughout the U.S. and globally for nearly 60 years. Pond’s staff of 600+ professionals provide a deep bench strength of experience and capabilities to offer customized solutions that help clients manage projects from concept to completion – and everything in between – with confidence and clarity. Pond is currently ranked as the 80th largest engineering and design firm by ENR, Atlanta’s #1 engineering firm by Atlanta Business Chronicle, and has been recognized as an Employer of the Year by Georgia ACEC and a Best Place to Work for Working Parents.
Additional Information
Many factors are considered when determining compensation at Pond, including scope and level of position, geographic location, candidate skill, knowledge and experience. Starting base pay may vary depending on these factors. We anticipate filling this position as a Aviation Program Manager with a salary range of $110,900.00 - $179,000.00 .
Additional cash incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial and/or other benefits dependent on position offered. Learn more about Pond’s comprehensive benefits offerings here.
All offers of employment made by Pond & Company are contingent upon satisfactory background check results. Pre-employment background checks will be conducted on all candidates that are offered a position at Pond in compliance with program policy as well as state and federal regulations.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that recognizes the value of diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Employment decisions at Pond are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state and local laws in jurisdictions where we operate. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at hrdepartment@pondco.com.
Apply for this position at careers.pondco.com. We are always looking for driven professionals of all disciplines to join our fast-growing company. For more information on our services, clientele, or employment opportunities, visit our website at www.pondco.com.
