Position Title:

Airport Construction Manager - Special Systems

Job Description:

Under the general supervision of the Airport Engineer, or a Licensed Professional Engineer, is responsible for the coordination and project management of airport construction projects. Performs non-routine, skilled technical and moderately complex engineering and project management tasks. Work involves the application of technical knowledge and considerable independent judgment in construction project management.

This position will remain open until filled and may close at any time.

Position Salary Range:

$93,221 - $ 103,579

• annually based on qualifications and experience.

This position is eligible for full city benefits, including:

• Health Insurance (95% of premium paid by city)

• Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

• Paid vacation and personal leave

• Six weeks of paid parental leave from day 1 of employment

• Retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)

• A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

• Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually

• Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services

TYPICAL DUTIES:

• Manages Airport construction projects to ensure that work is completed in accordance with contract documents and project requirements.

• Coordinates with consultants to ensure that plans designs, and specifications meet established Salt Lake City guidelines and project requirements. Provides input during design regarding constructability, staging, and phasing of projects.

• Coordinates with Airport tenants, other Airport divisions, other City departments, utility companies, and others affected by construction activities.

• Performs construction inspection and administration of Airport projects. Verifies that finished work conforms to contract requirements. Accepts and rejects contractors' work.

• Reviews and approves contractors' pay requests. Recommends scope changes on projects and has authority to recommend change orders. Negotiates pricing and contract time considerations on change orders.

• Works with contractors to resolve problems on projects during construction. Recommends and authorizes field revisions during construction.

• Conducts construction status meetings. Reviews contractor’s progress schedules. Reviews project logs, and documents project status. Responds to contractors' requests for information and clarification. Facilitates the flow of information between contractors and consultants on projects.

• Reviews and approves contractors shop drawings and submittals for compliance with contract requirements.

• Schedules materials testing and inspections on projects. Reviews test results for conformance with contract requirements.

• Supervises and schedules Airport construction inspectors to monitor construction activities. Motivates, evaluates, and trains Airport construction inspectors.

• Prepares reports and maintains records pertaining to project Status and completed work. Reviews contractor’s as-built drawings, warranties and project closeout documentation. Meets periodically with Airport staff to outline project status.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in engineering, construction management, construction technology, or related field and eight (8) years progressively more responsible work experience in construction project management. Education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

• Demonstrated knowledge of modern construction techniques, technology, equipment, systems and construction management principles.

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to interface effectively with a variety of persons including, co-workers, supervisors, contractors, consultants, government officials, and the general public.

• Ability to solve construction related problems and administer construction contracts.

• Possession of a valid driver's license or driving privilege card.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proven experience with the design, installation, and quality assurance of special systems, including structured cabling, network infrastructure, system commissioning, VOIP, data networks, radio infrastructure, PSDAS, communication rooms, VSS, CASS, PAS, CUSS, EVIDS, BAS, IOPS, and EPMS.

• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve technical issues during installation and commissioning phases, with a deep understanding of system interoperability and integration across diverse platforms to ensure seamless functionality and alignment with airport IT needs and requirements.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Moderate physical activity. Required to push, pull, or lift medium weights up to 50 pounds. Uncomfortable working positions such as stooping, crouching, and bending in the performance of construction site visits.

• Intermittent exposure to stress as a result of human behavior and demands of the position.

• Required to work non-traditional hours.

  Additional Information:

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

POSITION SALARY RANGE

$93,221 - $ 103,579

DEPARTMENT

Airpor

Full Time/Part Time:

Full time

Scheduled Hours:

40

Need help applying? Please call our Recruitment team at 801-535-6699 or email careers@slc.gov .

BENEFITSFull-Time roles with Salt Lake City Corp are eligible for a generous, robust benefits package including:

• Health Insurance (95% of premium paid by city)

• HSA or Flex Account (HSA – City contributes $1,000 - $2,000 annually into account, no match required)

• Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

• City-paid retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)

• A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

• Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually

• Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services

• Wellness clinic for employees and their families

Paid Time Off

• 12 vacation days to start

• 12 paid holidays & 1 personal holiday

• Up to 80 hours of personal leave annually

• 6 weeks of paid parental leave to all new parents

• Additional time off credit possible for rehires or new hires coming from another public jurisdiction

VETERAN EMPLOYER:

Salt Lake City is proud to be a partner of the Utah Patriot Program, providing employment opportunities for Veterans, Military and spouses. We are also a proud National Service Partner.

ABOUT SALT LAKE CITY CORP

Our Salt Lake City family serves a population of over 200,000. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the City is committed to providing resources, access, and opportunity to all and continue to recruit and retain talented people from all backgrounds. Our employees make a real difference with the work they do every day and are actively shaping our beautiful City's future.

We aspire to shape a better community and workplace, and as such, we are committed to pay equity. We are proud to have achieved gender pay equity as a leader in the Utah community by creating a workplace where there is equal opportunity for all.

The City is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Salt Lake City will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 801-535-7900.