SYNOPSIS

The TDIP Project Controls Manager reports to the TDIP Program Executive and is responsible for the contractual, schedule and financial compliancy and reporting for the program. The TDIP Program encompasses all the capital improvement projects located within the Central Terminal Area (CTA) of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) This includes renovations and upgrades to existing terminal buildings, wayfinding, CTA landscaping, and other improvements.
Seeking a candidate who is meticulous about perfection and quality of one’s work. Has a keen understanding of scheduling, risk management, capital governance, cost forecasting and reporting. They shall be held accountable for accuracy, regardless of the outcome. The individual may also have experience working for a contractor (general or subcontractor), as this will help in understanding, leading and finding solutions to complex accounting matters.

PROJECT AND POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Project Controls Manager, works with project-level controls personnel, and bears the primary responsibility for tracking, forecasting and reporting all assigned project costs and schedules at the Program level. This position is responsible for ensuring that projects comply with governances, contract terms, and all LAWA and TDIP procedures. The Project Controls Manager shall lead cost and schedule forecasting, as well as risks analysis sessions with members of the LAWA, design and contractor teams. The Project Controls Manager is responsible for creating and auditing contract management compliance procedures for all applicable LAWA processes.

HARDWARE/SOFTWARE KNOWLEDGE

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Bluebeam
• Familiarity with Project Management Information Systems
• Ability to work in CAD or REVIT a plus

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE LEVEL/OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

• 20 years or more experience, preferably on airport projects
• Experience managing a team of project controls staff
• Experience with projects more than $500 million in value.
• Experience with various delivery methods, specifically Progressive Design-Build and including Design-Bid-Build, Design+CMAR and others
• Proven ability to perform in a management capacity
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and a thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulations
• Must have a self-starter attitude with proactive, results-oriented focus; and willing and capable to assume additional responsibilities
• Must be able to interface with a variety of people with different technical levels and educational backgrounds
• Must be detail oriented and highly organized

EDUCATION/TRAINING

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Aviation, Business, Engineering, Construction Management, Planning or other related technical field required
• Master’s degree preferred
• Optional certifications may include AAAE, LEED, PE, PMP, AICP, PMI-SP, etc.

ELEMENT-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS/NOTES

• May assume other duties as required/needed
• May be required to work past regular work shift
• May be required to work various shifts as needed
• This is NOT a work from home position
• This is a salaried position based on 40 hours per week at the applicable all-in labor rate.
  This is a Monday-Friday full-time position in the office or on the project site at LAX
  After hours or weekend work may be required to perform the duties of the position. This shall be considered part of the salary
  Estimated dates of assignments: 10/06/2025 to 06/30/2026
  Salary Range: $207,950 to $259,937 Y

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

Responsible for project reporting, controls activities that includes planning / scheduling, cost engineering, cost estimating, cost analysis/control activities, change management. Directs cost estimating, analysis, and control activities. Directs schedule development, maintenance, monitoring, impact identification, and recovery plan development activities. Manages team of project controls specialists.