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There’s never been a more exciting time to join United Airlines. We’re on a path towards becoming the best airline in the history of aviation. Our shared purpose – Connecting People, Uniting the World – is about more than getting people from one place to another. It also means that as a global company that operates in hundreds of locations around the world with millions of customers and tens of thousands of employees, we have a unique responsibility to uplift and provide opportunities in the places where we work, live and fly, and we can only do that with a truly diverse and inclusive workforce. And we’re growing – in the years ahead, we’ll hire tens of thousands of people across every area of the airline. Our careers include a competitive benefits package aimed at keeping you happy, healthy and well-traveled. From employee-run "Business Resource Group" communities to world-class benefits like parental leave, 401k and privileges like space available travel, United is truly a one-of-a-kind place to work. Are you ready to travel the world?
Get your hard hat ready. We’re not just renovating the travel experience – we’re renovating our physical spaces too. And our Corporate Real Estate team is on the front lines of procuring, designing and developing spaces at all our hubs, stations and city locations across the world. From airport affairs and business services to Planning and Development, this team is responsible for all our leases and major construction and renovation projects, system wide.
Key Responsibilities:
The Project Manager will handle facility and infrastructure related to construction projects and/or related tasks through the Project Management Lifecycle. The process consists of envision, design, build and activate (EDBA) in accordance with corporate policies and standards, and governing regulations and requirements. Portfolio will have a value of $1-2M that consists of individual projects (10+) that are typically less than $500,000. Leads tasks within larger projects and programs under the supervision of a Senior Project Manager or Director.
- Coordinate to define scope of projects that balance cost with operational needs
- Assists in the Planning and manages execution of airport and commercial property construction projects
- Develop project cost estimates to ensure compliance with all policies, procedures, standards and related corporate and governmental guidelines and metrics
- Responsible for governance and utilization of the PMLC (UA and CRE), artifacts, and guidelines
- Implement approved projects, handle project risks and develop mitigation plans as needed
- Assist leadership in the development of project strategy and approach during the Envision stage and identify multiple alternatives to achieve Project Objectives
- Define, track and communicate project scope, schedule and budget
- Accountable for the compliance of budget, schedule and scope metrics of the projects
- Responsible for the use of Project Database, PM Artifacts, workflows, forms, Project Management Guidelines etc. by self (and team)
- Uses CRE Project tools such as SharePoint, Microsoft Project, Oracle and others as defined by need
- Exhibit and influence Continuous Improvement methodologies that lead to innovative operational facility solutions
- Responsible and accountable for transparent, accurate, consistent project reporting (weekly, monthly and quarterly) of portfolio of projects
United values diverse experiences, perspectives, and we encourage everyone who meets the minimum qualifications to apply. While having the “desired” qualifications make for a stronger candidate, we encourage applicants who may not feel they check ALL of those boxes! We are always looking for individuals who will bring something new to the table!
Qualifications
What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):
- Bachelor's degree in Business, engineering, planning, design
- At least 3 years of relevant experience
- 1-5 years in planning, design, construction
- Working knowledge of design and construction management process and vernacular
- Knowledge of Project Management principles and practices
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
- Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
- Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position
What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):
- Master's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or MBA
- PMP, LEED, Black Belt, PE, RA, CM
- 3-5 years planning, design (engineering or architectural) or construction
- 3-5 years working within an aviation operational environment
- Experience managing projects of various complexity
- Solid knowledge of design and construction management process and vernacular
- Understanding of best practices of Project Management
The salary for this position is $73,425-$107.690, dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory factors such as experience, education and skills. This range is based on a full-time schedule.
United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact JobAccommodations@united.com to request accommodation.
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