Senior Project Manager

Position Description

Job Overview: We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Project Manager to lead our critical operations across Alaska. This is a high-visibility leadership role overseeing electrical engineering groups, field teams, and service departments providing vital installation and maintenance services at FAA installations. The ideal candidate brings over 20 years of facility operations experience, possesses intimate knowledge of Alaska’s unique logistical landscape, and has a proven track record of managing complex aviation infrastructure projects. This is a stable, 3-year contract position offering a highly competitive salary. Key Responsibilities: Program & Project Leadership: Direct all phases of project planning, execution, financial controls, and final delivery for multi-site aviation facility upgrades. Operational Management: Oversee the Services Departments, managing office staff, field teams, and subcontractors through all project life cycles. Engineering Oversight: Lead and mentor specialized electrical engineering groups delivering technical installation and maintenance services at FAA facilities. Alaska Logistics: Navigate the unique geographical, seasonal, and logistical challenges of executing fast-tracked installations across remote Alaskan environments. Client & Stakeholder Relations: Act as the primary, customer-focused point of contact for the FAA and key stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and alignment. Required Qualifications: Experience: 20+ years of progressive facility operations, engineering management, and leadership experience. Geographic Expertise: Must be a local resident of Alaska with documented experience executing installations across the state and familiarity with Alaskan FAA facilities. Project Management: Mastery of project management frameworks (PMP certification is a strong plus),including budget controls, scheduling, and risk mitigation. Technical Background: Strong background overseeing electrical engineering groups or complex electrical infrastructure projects. Communication: Exceptional communication skills with a heavy focus on client satisfaction and teamleadership. Position Details: Location: Alaska (Local Candidate Required) Duration: 3-Year Contract Term Compensation: Highly Competitive Salary (commensurate with 20+ years of experience) Benefits: Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical through the Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) plan offering 15+ plans, dental plans, and VSP vision coverage. Retirement Plans: 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions. Paid Time Off: Generous vacation, personal days, and holiday pay. Leave Policies: Paid parental leave, bereavement leave, military leave. Life Insurance: Employer-paid life and accident insurance. Disability Insurance: Employer-paid Short-Term Disability, and Employee-paid Long-Term Disability. Professional Development & Education Assistance: Opportunities for continuing education, training and career growth. Flexible Spending Accounts: Options for dependent care. Employee Assistance Program: Support for personal and professional challenges. Additional Perks: Quarterly bonuses, referral bonus program, & business travel insurance. Working Environment & Conditions: This position is primarily indoors, consistent with a standard office position and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate.