Project Manager - Buildings and Building Systems

GENERAL SUMMARY

This role is responsible for project management and design oversight for a variety of

architectural/building design and construction projects across the airport campus

anticipated to exceed $1 billion in contract value over the next ten years. Major

responsibilities of this position include management of consultants and contractors,

design oversight, procurement support, construction monitoring and oversight,

coordination of tenants, business partners and other RDU departments, as well as a

range of other responsibilities needed to ensure the successful outcome of projects.

Example projects that this position may work on over the next 3 to 5-year period include

design and construction of a new Consolidated Rental Car Facility; landside component

expansion of Terminal 2 in addition to an expanded Customs and Border Protection

Facility; expansion of Terminal 1; design and construction of a new Airport Operations

Center combined with an ARFF station; major concession redevelopment in both

terminals; various other support buildings associated with a medium-hub commercial

airport.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Project planning and budgeting
• Project management best practices
• Rules, regulations, codes, and guidelines as they relate to building construction

and renovations, including fire, electric, energy, utilities, disabilities, egress,

elevators, escalators, stairs, and associated permits

• Airport projects and the airport environment at a medium-hub commercial service

airport

• Principles and practice of public sector management and administration of airport

policies and procedures

• Industry standard building specifications and codes
• Design, construction, and/or maintenance of basic building components and

finishes, electrical and lighting systems, HVAC systems, potable water and

sanitary sewage, including gravity and forced main systems, fire alarm and fire

protection systems, utilities and communication systems

• English grammar, spelling, punctuation
• Principles and practices of basic bookkeeping
• Modern office procedures, methods, and computer equipment

Skill in:

• Developing or rehabilitating building infrastructures and systems
• Airport facility planning, design, and operation
• Organization and time management
• Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate

working relationships

• Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a

different nature

• Performing basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction,

multiplication, division, percentages, and ratios

Ability to:

• Assigning, prioritizing, monitoring, and reviewing work assignment
• Analyze and interpret technical data, reports, specifications, and engineering and architectural plans for facilities at a commercial air carrier airport
• Prepare, evaluate, monitor, and maintain complex operating budgets and capital program budgets
• Plan, organize and direct work on complex projects involving building infrastructure and systems; ability to promote consensus and negotiate favorable outcomes
• Research current and future trends to establish programs for existing and new buildings
• Create and meet schedules and deadlines of the work
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions
• Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files
• Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries

Requirements

Education:

• Bachelors degree in Architecture, a building engineering discipline (i.e.,

mechanical, electrical, structural, etc.) or related field

Experience:

• 5 years related experience at a commercial service airport the size and scope of

RDU with emphasis on the project types noted above

Licenses and/or Certifications:

• Licensed Architect or Engineer desirable but not required
• Project Management certification desired but not required
• LEED Accredited Professional (LEED AP) certification (preferred)