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Olsson

Location:
United States, Des Moines ▼
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Category:
Construction

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Job Description:

Our Airports team provides services for a variety of airport projects including paving, grading, buildings, airport lighting, and fuel systems. As a Senior Project Manager, you would be responsible for managing large projects and/or sophisticated, high-risk projects, and executing program management services for complex, multi-discipline projects for the firm. Responsibilities include contract negotiations, project staffing, mentoring, resource allocation, scope, schedule, project performance, and quality. The senior project manager builds and maintains positive client relationships for the firm while achieving project financial goals.

Job Responsibility:

Oversees the planning, execution, and delivery of large and complex airport design projects across the firm
Ensures project quality to client and firm standards through the development and implementation of best practices, processes, and tools, including conducting regular project reviews and audits
Communicates project status and updates to all stakeholders and ensures all parties are aligned with project goals and timelines
Manages project resources, including staffing, budgeting, and procurement, to ensure efficient use of resources and successful project outcomes
Monitors project performance and progress, including tracking project milestones and deliverables, utilizing project management technologies and best practices
Identifies, assesses, and mitigates project risks by identifying obstacles, developing contingency plans, and proactively managing project issues
Solicits feedback from clients to ensure a high level of client satisfaction and to identify opportunities to improve Olsson’s level of service

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering preferred. In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, an associate degree with equivalent experience is required
Minimum of 8 years of experience in the consulting industry and 10 years of experience in project management managing airport design projects
Has a strong understanding of engineering business consulting
Excellent client service orientation, communication, leadership, and presentation skills
Has solid interpersonal and decision-making skills and the ability to generate innovative and effective solutions to complex problems

What we offer:

Receive a competitive 401(k) match
Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
Traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.)
Opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 11, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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