Director – Aviation Program Manager

Turner & Townsend

Director of Aviation Program Management at Turner & Townsend leading infrastructure projects and client engagement in Northeast US aviation market.

Posted 6/26/2026full-timeRemote • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $230,000 - $250,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead business development and client engagement activities across the Northeast aviation market
Develop and maintain strong relationships with airport authorities, airlines, and key stakeholders, particularly within PANYNJ
Drive growth at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and across the broader regional aviation portfolio
Provide senior leadership across the full lifecycle of aviation infrastructure programs
Lead the successful delivery of complex airport programs, including terminals, airside/landside infrastructure, utilities, and enabling works from strategic planning through execution and operational readiness
Implement best-in-class program management and controls frameworks across scope, schedule, cost, risk, governance, and performance management
Champion innovation across digital delivery, sustainability, resilience, and asset performance
Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing, multidisciplinary aviation team

Requirements

What you’ll need

15+ years of experience in program management, PMO leadership, or program controls for major capital programs
Proven experience in aviation, transportation, or large infrastructure delivery
Strong expertise in governance, program controls, reporting, and risk/change management
Demonstrated ability to lead cross‑functional teams and influence senior stakeholders
Exceptional communication skills with the ability to present to executive audiences
Experience with airport authorities, FAA programs, or federal capital delivery
Background in design‑build, CMAR, progressive design‑build, or multi‑prime delivery environments
Familiarity with enterprise PMO systems, cost management platforms, and scheduling tools
Professional certifications such as PMP, PgMP, CCP, PSP, or equivalent
Professional Engineering (PE) License in NY/NJ or able to get reciprocity within 60 days of employment
Reside in the NY Metro area.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Paid time off
Flexible work arrangements
Professional development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

program managementPMO leadershipprogram controlsrisk managementchange managementgovernancereportingdesign-buildCMARprogressive design-build

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationrelationship buildinginfluencingmentoringcross-functional team leadershippresentation skillsinnovationcollaborationproblem-solving

Certifications

PMPPgMPCCPPSPProfessional Engineering (PE) License