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Cordoba Corporation is a leading engineering and design firm based in California. We are seeking an Aviation Construction Manager (Landside Terminal & Concourse) to join our Facilities Sector. The Construction Manager is responsible for managing the scope, cost, schedule and operational interfaces of all design and construction-related activities for the program. The Construction Manager will be focused on schedule certainty, budget delivery, and making sure that construction work meets the required quality standards while enforcing a strong health, safety, and environmental culture on the project. The Construction Manager will support the development and implementation of design, construction, testing, commissioning, turnover plans, impacts to the operations, ensuring that risk mitigation for construction activities is optimized, working and coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring LAWA standards are adhered to.
Responsibilities
- Monitor all on-site field construction activities associated with the completion of the project.
- Apply comprehensive knowledge of various disciplines to be used during construction, as well as the methods and techniques to be utilized for installation.
- Ensure construction operations follow approved work plans and Area Shutdown Requests (ASR’s) and all proper notifications are made.
- Become thoroughly familiar with the required contractual obligations and technical aspects of all facilities to be erected.
- Ensure all work is being performed with and inspected to the latest versions of plans and specifications, including approved changes, submittals, and RFI’s.
- Work with Construction Contractor and stakeholders to develop the overall planning of construction activities and identify critical milestones and priorities.
- Monitor budget estimates and staffing requirements for the defined scope and schedule.
- Monitor the assignment of manpower, materials, and equipment to maximize efficiency, maintain schedules, and meet budget goals.
- Keep alert to possible problem areas and take preventative action to ensure that critical milestones are met for each phase of the project.
- Ensure the use of sound and safe construction practices to attain required quality control at maximum efficiency and minimum cost.
- Prepare periodic reports summarizing the progress of construction activities for higher-level management and clients.
- Ensure effective implementation of all policies and procedures, including project labor agreement policies.
- Contribute to the advancement of TDG’s goals through commitment to productive collaboration with all stakeholders.
- Perform other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.
- Participate in all necessary coordination meetings with the Construction Contractor, trade partners, stakeholders, LAWA Operations, etc.
- Review Contractor Potential Change Order Claims for Merit and negotiate to final resolution.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 10 years or more experience, preferably on airport projects.
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or other related field required.
- Master's degree preferred.
- Optional certifications may include AAAE, LEED, PE, PMP, AICP, etc., or any other relevant professional licensure and/or certifications.
- Experience with projects more than $100 million in value.
- Experience with various delivery methods, including Design-Bid-Build, Design+CMAR, and Design/Build.
- Proven ability to perform in a management capacity.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills and a thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulations.
- Multiple positions are anticipated – Submitted experience to emphasize airport concourse scope, airport headhouse scope, or site/civil scope.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Bluebeam.
- Familiarity with Project Management Information Systems (PM Web).
Salary Range: $180,000 to $200,000 per year
LOCATION
Location: Los Angeles, CA
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work Environment: Onsite
OUR COMPANY
Cordoba Corporation, Making a Difference
Cordoba Corporation is a leading civil engineering, construction management, program management, and planning firm. Our expertise spans diverse sectors, including education and facilities, transportation, water, and energy. Collaborating closely with our clients, we have successfully delivered complex and high-impact infrastructure projects across California.
National Recognition - Cordoba’s efforts have garnered national acclaim. Engineering News-Record (ENR) has consistently ranked us as a “top 100 construction management firm” and a “top 50 program management firm.” Additionally, ENR recognized Cordoba as a “top 100 design firm” in California in 2018. Our business model emphasizes efficiency, fostering a dynamic work environment. We approach projects with multifaceted strategies, ensuring successful outcomes.
Statewide Presence - With headquarters in Los Angeles, Cordoba maintains a strong statewide presence. Our offices extend to San Francisco, Sacramento, San Ramon, Chatsworth, Santa Ana, Ontario, and San Diego.
Enhancing Employee Well-Being
Benefits and Perks: We offer multiple medical and dental insurance plans, as well as vision insurance. Plans are subsidized for both employees and dependents with coverage effective the first month after hire. Additionally, Cordoba provides employees with paid AD&D and life insurance, a 401k with an industry leading employer match, generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 9 paid holidays, and other forms of paid time off. We also offer flexible spending accounts (FSA’s) including medical care reimbursement, dependent care reimbursement, and commuter benefit plans. Employees are also eligible for our employee assistance program and well-being benefits that include stress management, nutrition, and financial well-being.
Cordoba Corporation provides equal employment opportunities, promoting diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
Harassment-Free Workplace: We strictly prohibit workplace harassment based on any factor, including race, gender, sexual orientation, or disability. Cordoba is committed to fostering a healthy and happy lifestyle for our employees, both within and beyond the workplace.
For inquiries or accommodations, please contact our HR Department at: (213) 895-0224.
Join Cordoba Corporation and be part of shaping California’s future!
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Overview
Cordoba Corporation is a leading engineering and design firm based in California. We are seeking an Aviation Construction Manager (Landside Terminal & Concourse) to join our Facilities Sector. The Construction Manager is responsible for managing the scope, cost, schedule and operational interfaces of all design and construction-related activities for the program. The Construction Manager will be focused on schedule certainty, budget delivery, and making sure that construction work meets the required quality standards while enforcing a strong health, safety, and environmental culture on the project. The Construction Manager will support the development and implementation of design, construction, testing, commissioning, turnover plans, impacts to the operations, ensuring that risk mitigation for construction activities is optimized, working and coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring LAWA standards are adhered to.
Responsibilities
- Monitor all on-site field construction activities associated with the completion of the project.
- Apply comprehensive knowledge of various disciplines to be used during construction, as well as the methods and techniques to be utilized for installation.
- Ensure construction operations follow approved work plans and Area Shutdown Requests (ASR’s) and all proper notifications are made.
- Become thoroughly familiar with the required contractual obligations and technical aspects of all facilities to be erected.
- Ensure all work is being performed with and inspected to the latest versions of plans and specifications, including approved changes, submittals, and RFI’s.
- Work with Construction Contractor and stakeholders to develop the overall planning of construction activities and identify critical milestones and priorities.
- Monitor budget estimates and staffing requirements for the defined scope and schedule.
- Monitor the assignment of manpower, materials, and equipment to maximize efficiency, maintain schedules, and meet budget goals.
- Keep alert to possible problem areas and take preventative action to ensure that critical milestones are met for each phase of the project.
- Ensure the use of sound and safe construction practices to attain required quality control at maximum efficiency and minimum cost.
- Prepare periodic reports summarizing the progress of construction activities for higher-level management and clients.
- Ensure effective implementation of all policies and procedures, including project labor agreement policies.
- Contribute to the advancement of TDG’s goals through commitment to productive collaboration with all stakeholders.
- Perform other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.
- Participate in all necessary coordination meetings with the Construction Contractor, trade partners, stakeholders, LAWA Operations, etc.
- Review Contractor Potential Change Order Claims for Merit and negotiate to final resolution.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 10 years or more experience, preferably on airport projects.
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or other related field required.
- Master's degree preferred.
- Optional certifications may include AAAE, LEED, PE, PMP, AICP, etc., or any other relevant professional licensure and/or certifications.
- Experience with projects more than $100 million in value.
- Experience with various delivery methods, including Design-Bid-Build, Design+CMAR, and Design/Build.
- Proven ability to perform in a management capacity.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills and a thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulations.
- Multiple positions are anticipated – Submitted experience to emphasize airport concourse scope, airport headhouse scope, or site/civil scope.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Bluebeam.
- Familiarity with Project Management Information Systems (PM Web).
Salary Range: $180,000 to $200,000 per year
LOCATION
Location: Los Angeles, CA
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work Environment: Onsite
OUR COMPANY
Cordoba Corporation, Making a Difference
Cordoba Corporation is a leading civil engineering, construction management, program management, and planning firm. Our expertise spans diverse sectors, including education and facilities, transportation, water, and energy. Collaborating closely with our clients, we have successfully delivered complex and high-impact infrastructure projects across California.
National Recognition - Cordoba’s efforts have garnered national acclaim. Engineering News-Record (ENR) has consistently ranked us as a “top 100 construction management firm” and a “top 50 program management firm.” Additionally, ENR recognized Cordoba as a “top 100 design firm” in California in 2018. Our business model emphasizes efficiency, fostering a dynamic work environment. We approach projects with multifaceted strategies, ensuring successful outcomes.
Statewide Presence - With headquarters in Los Angeles, Cordoba maintains a strong statewide presence. Our offices extend to San Francisco, Sacramento, San Ramon, Chatsworth, Santa Ana, Ontario, and San Diego.
Enhancing Employee Well-Being
Benefits and Perks: We offer multiple medical and dental insurance plans, as well as vision insurance. Plans are subsidized for both employees and dependents with coverage effective the first month after hire. Additionally, Cordoba provides employees with paid AD&D and life insurance, a 401k with an industry leading employer match, generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 9 paid holidays, and other forms of paid time off. We also offer flexible spending accounts (FSA’s) including medical care reimbursement, dependent care reimbursement, and commuter benefit plans. Employees are also eligible for our employee assistance program and well-being benefits that include stress management, nutrition, and financial well-being.
Cordoba Corporation provides equal employment opportunities, promoting diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
Harassment-Free Workplace: We strictly prohibit workplace harassment based on any factor, including race, gender, sexual orientation, or disability. Cordoba is committed to fostering a healthy and happy lifestyle for our employees, both within and beyond the workplace.
For inquiries or accommodations, please contact our HR Department at: (213) 895-0224.
Join Cordoba Corporation and be part of shaping California’s future!
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Which companies sponsor visas for aviation roles in California?
Airlines with major California hubs, including United Airlines at San Francisco International and Alaska Airlines at Los Angeles International, have sponsored visas for aviation professionals. Aerospace and defense contractors such as Northrop Grumman, Raytheon, and Boeing's Southern California operations also sponsor H-1B and other work visas for engineering and technical aviation roles.
Which visa types are most common for aviation roles in California?
The H-1B visa is the most common sponsorship pathway for aviation roles requiring a bachelor's degree or higher, such as aerospace engineers, avionics specialists, and air traffic systems analysts. Pilots and flight crew from certain countries may qualify under TN or E-3 visas depending on nationality. O-1 visas apply to aviation professionals with demonstrated extraordinary ability in their field.
Which cities in California have the most aviation sponsorship jobs?
Los Angeles and the surrounding area leads California for aviation hiring, given LAX and the dense concentration of aerospace firms in the region. San Francisco and San Jose support strong demand through SFO-based airline operations and Bay Area aerospace technology companies. San Diego adds significant volume through its naval aviation and defense contractor presence.
How to find aviation visa sponsorship jobs in California?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship availability, making it straightforward to search for aviation roles in California without sorting through positions that won't support work authorization. You can filter by role type, location, and visa category to focus on employers in Los Angeles, San Francisco, or San Diego who have active sponsorship programs for aviation professionals.
Are there any California-specific considerations for aviation visa sponsorship?
California's prevailing wage requirements under H-1B rules reflect the state's high cost of living, meaning employers must meet Department of Labor wage levels that are often among the highest in the country for aviation roles. California also has a strong university pipeline through programs at USC, Cal Poly, and Embry-Riddle's Prescott campus, which some employers use to identify sponsorship candidates early.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored aviation jobs in California?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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