About Us:
Consertus is an AI-native global capital program management and advisory firm that combines deep industry expertise with advanced digital capabilities to deliver smarter, faster, and more sustainable outcomes. Headquartered in Miami, Florida, and supported by a team of more than 1,500 professionals, we help clients plan, deliver, and optimize complex capital programs across the full project lifecycle.
Our integrated capabilities span advisory, digital solutions, engineering and design, and program delivery, enabling organizations to navigate complexity, mitigate risk, and achieve strategic objectives. We serve a diverse range of industries, including aviation, transportation, transit, water, healthcare, energy, education, government, commercial real estate, life sciences, and technology.
At Consertus, we believe our people are our greatest strength. We foster a collaborative, flexible, and inclusive environment where individuals can grow, develop their skills, and make a meaningful impact. Together, we’re transforming the way the world is planned, built, and delivered.
Learn more about how Consertus is creating lasting value for clients, communities, and our people at www.consertus.com.
About the role:
Consertus is seeking a Senior Aviation Construction Manager based out Seattle, WA to support Aviation Capital Improvement Programs. This role is designed for a senior-level construction professional with hands-on field experience supporting projects in active, operating transportation or vertical construction environments.
The Construction Manager will support delivery of airside and landside projects, working under the direction of a Construction Program Manager, while coordinating contractors, inspectors, airport operations, and tenants to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient project execution.
Key Responsibilities:
Construction Oversight & Field Coordination
- Support daily on‑site construction activities to ensure work is performed in accordance with approved plans, specifications, and safety requirements.
- Assist with coordination of contractors, inspectors, and airport operations in an active terminal/airfield environment.
- Verify work completion, inspections, and compliance with approved submittals, RFIs, and change directives.
- Support Area Shutdown Requests (ASRs), phasing plans, and operational coordination with airport stakeholders.
Schedule, Cost, and Reporting Support
- Assist in tracking construction schedules, milestones, and critical path activities.
- Support cost tracking, pay applications, and basic change management activities under the direction of the Project Manager.
- Identify early risks or conflicts and escalate issues with recommended mitigation strategies.
- Prepare routine progress reports, field observations, and documentation for internal and client use.
Stakeholder & Contractor Coordination
- Participate in contractor meetings, coordination meetings, and safety briefings.
- Assist with stakeholder communication between construction teams, designers, inspectors, and airport operations.
- Maintain professional working relationships that support collaboration and schedule certainty.
Quality, Safety, & Compliance
- Support enforcement of jobsite safety programs and airport safety and security requirements.
- Assist with quality inspections and documentation to ensure compliance with Port of Seattle standards and project requirements.
- Follow established policies, procedures, and labor compliance requirements as applicable.
Qualifications:
- 10+ years of construction management or field engineering experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Aviation, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Experience supporting construction projects in aviation, transportation, or complex vertical construction environments.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with Bluebeam.
- Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills. Ability to work on-site and coordinate in a fast‑paced, operational environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Exposure to projects in active/occupied facilities is a plus.
- Experience working at large commercial airports (SEA, SFO, LAX, etc.).
- Familiarity with program or owner‑side construction management.
- Exposure to change management, RFIs, and pay applications.
- Certifications such as OSHA 30, PMP (in progress), or LEED are a plus but not required.
Working Hours:
Compensation Range:
- $155,000-$180,000 annually, based on experience and location.
What’s In It For You:
- Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, and vision)
- Company-paid life and disability insurance
- Optional benefits like pet insurance, legal, and supplemental health plans
- 401(k) with day-one eligibility. You’ll get a 100% match on the first 3% of your eligible compensation and 50% match on contributions between 3% and 5% of your pay.
- Generous time off: 10 paid holidays and PTO starting at 15 days, growing up to 25
- Access to Consertus Academy for continuous learning and development
What’s In It For You:
- Comprehensive core benefits (medical, dental, vision)
- Employer-paid life and disability coverage
- A wide range of voluntary benefits, including pet insurance, pre-paid legal, hospitalization, critical illness, and accident insurance
- Day-one eligibility for 401(k), featuring a 3% safe harbor contribution and a 50% match on the 4th and 5th percent deferred
- Generous time off, including 10 paid holidays, and a PTO plan that starts at 15 days annually, growing up to 25 days with tenure
- Access to Consertus Academy for continuous learning and development
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Consertus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and identities, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status.
