Job#: 2053531

Job Description:

Apex Systems is seeking a qualified Airport Checkpoint Site Lead to provide technical, and project management support to the Security Equipment Deployment Services for the TSA Deployment and Sustainment Division (DSD).
If interested, email [email protected] your resume!
Position: Checkpoint Site Lead
Location: Can sit anywhere in the US, will be traveling to airports in east/central region
Compensation: $93,000-$110,000/yr depending on experience
Job type: 1+ year contract
Clearance: Must obtain DHS EOD, US Citizenship required
This position encompasses the full project lifecycle management as the site lead / project manager. The position involves, site surveys/validations, risk identification and mitigation, coordination, communication, report development, drawing review/comment, construction management / oversight, schedule development and tracking, applying for and closing out local/state construction permits, subcontractor oversight, installation oversight, test witness, and project sell-off / close-out of security systems related to the checkpoint equipment deployments at federalized airports throughout United States.
Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be responsible for project management at assigned airports, including coordination, site survey/validation, design support, communication, developing statement of work bid packages, construction oversight, site/equipment layout evaluation, witness test/checkout, site clean-up and restoration.

• The candidate will be responsible for managing up to 5 - 7 projects at various life cycle stages concurrently.
• The candidate may be required to guide or direct the daily activities for geographically assigned teams ranging in size from 2-10 consisting of site technicians, including subcontractors, vendors, suppliers, and/or local general contractors.
• The candidate will be responsible for facilitating communications and coordination between TSA HQ, local TSA, airport stakeholders, operations management, general subcontractors, other TSA Vendors, airport authority representatives and state/ local government officials.
• The candidate will exercise expert judgment and assess project, construction, and equipment installation best practices to conduct requirements analysis; review design drawings, specifications, and deliverables; support connectivity construction, installation, and acceptance testing; and oversee site clean-up and remediation.
• The candidate will successfully monitor the project schedule and keep the team appraised of any possible delays or modified plans to avoid any unnecessary costs to the customer.
• The successful candidate will be a self-starter with high energy and initiative to easily adapt to dynamic, fast-paced work environments.
• Physical work locations may vary depending on the assigned airports and the deployment schedule. This position requires up to 75% travel to airport locations as assigned. Some work may require non-standard work shifts (during evening or weekends) to accommodate TSA requirements for minimal disruption to airport operations.
• Develop agendas and lead conference call meetings including ad hoc (periodic as requested by TSA or Leidos), weekly, integrated project team (IPT), and installation readiness (so called Go / no go") meetings.
• Be well organized, take meeting minutes and disseminate to the team as required.
• Be able to multi-task in a fast paced, exciting environment.

Required Qualifications:

• Associate degree and 5+ years of prior relevant experience or bachelor's degree and 2 to 4 years of prior relevant experience or master's degree.
• All Airport Category - 3 years of Project Management (preferably construction management), 2 years of which occurred in an airport.
• Demonstrated experience as a Project Manager (preferably construction management) with on-time, on-budget projects, taking into consideration complexities and schedule history for comparable projects.
• Experience working with multiple stakeholders on a single project.
• Experience in planning and formulation of design alternatives and solutions for construction projects.
• Management experience on work performed by field staff and subcontracting firms.
• Experience in resolving compliance issues with federal, state and local authorities on design specifications.
• Thorough understanding of airport construction practices, processes, standards, and their impact on project activities. Including understanding of floor loading, electrical infrastructure, seismic requirements, and rigging complexities.
• Familiarity with the Checkpoint Requirements Planning Guide (CRPG) for Checkpoint operations.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently with a cross-functional team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• B.S. Degree in a technical field such as Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management or Business Management is desired
• TSA experience in the field at a checkpoint, baggage, or security outpost.
• Spanish speaker is a big plus.
• Professional certifications (i.e., Licensed PE, PMI PMP, or General Contractor License is a plus).
• Knowledgeable of MS Project or other scheduling tools.
• Demonstrative ability to effectively work with, coordinate/make assignments, and manage multi-disciplined teams of technical and project management professionals and interact as the liaison with the customer and stakeholders.

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