Electrical Project Manager – Aviation

CMTS LLC • Philadelphia, PA

2d • $130,000 - $150,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Every day at CMTS, we undertake impactful infrastructure projects that positively impact lives and communities. CMTS has an extensive 40-year industry experience, which ensures a strong foundation for ongoing success. Our company values employees by fostering a culture of learning, personal development, and well-being. We prioritize work-life balance and ethical business practices and engage with our community through employee-driven initiatives. Join us on our journey of growth and success!
We’re currently seeking a highly motivated Electrical Project Manager – Aviation located in Philadelphia, PA.

Overview:
CMTS is seeking a Electrical Project Manager – Aviation to support major airport capital improvement programs in the Philadelphia, PA region. This role will provide senior-level electrical leadership across terminal, landside, and airfield projects within active, operational airport environments. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical electrical expertise, aviation experience, and strong client-facing project management skills.
The Electrical Project Manager will serve as a trusted advisor to airport authorities and stakeholders, ensuring electrical systems are planned, executed, and delivered safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with FAA, NEC, NFPA, and airport authority requirements.

Requirements

• Minimum 10–15 years of electrical project management experience, with significant aviation or mission-critical project exposure.
• Demonstrated experience working in active airport environments.
• Strong knowledge of FAA Advisory Circulars, NEC, NFPA, and airport authority standards.
• Proven ability to manage contractors, consultants, and multiple stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Primavera P6, MS Project, Procore, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to perform site walks and inspections in terminal, landside, and airfield environments.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and off-hours as required for outages and operational constraints.
• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• PMP certification.
• Owner’s representative or program management experience.
• Experience at medium- or large-hub commercial service airports.
• Familiarity with Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) or comparable facilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead electrical scopes for aviation capital improvement programs, including terminal renovations, expansions, and airfield infrastructure.
• Oversee multiple concurrent projects in active, occupied airport environments.
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, budgets, forecasts, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Support change management, including scope review, cost analysis, and negotiation.
• Aviation Electrical Technical Oversight
• Provide subject-matter expertise for aviation electrical systems, including:
• Airfield lighting systems (ALS, HIRL, MIRL, REILs, PAPI)
• FAA-regulated power and control systems
• Electrical vaults, regulators, and constant current systems
• Medium- and low-voltage power distribution
• Emergency power, generators, UPS, and life-safety systems
• Baggage handling system (BHS) power and controls
• Security, access control, CCTV, and low-voltage systems
• Review design documents, RFIs, submittals, and shop drawings for compliance and constructability.
• Construction & Field Coordination
• Coordinate closely with airport operations, maintenance, safety, and security teams.
• Manage electrical contractors, inspectors, testing agencies, and commissioning agents.
• Support night work, shutdowns, and phased cutovers to maintain airport operations.
• Lead system testing, commissioning, acceptance, and turnover activities.
• Regulatory & Compliance
• Ensure compliance with FAA Advisory Circulars, NEC, NFPA, TSA requirements, local AHJs, and airport standards.
• Coordinate with utilities, FAA representatives, airport authorities, and third-party stakeholders.
• Maintain strict adherence to airfield safety protocols and badging requirements.
• Client & Stakeholder Engagement
• Serve as the primary electrical point of contact for airport authorities, airlines, tenants, and consultants.
• Lead technical coordination meetings and executive-level briefings.
• Prepare and present clear, concise reports on electrical scope, schedule, cost, and risk.
• Leadership & Mentorship
• Mentor Assistant Project Managers, inspectors, and junior staff.
• Support staffing plans, workload forecasting, and professional development.
• Promote CMTS best practices, safety culture, and continuous improvement.

Benefits

• CMTS LLC offers 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, 401k, life, and long-term disability insurance coverage for employees.
• A bonus may be granted to employees depending on individual performance, employee utilization, attendance, tenure, and furtherance of other non-financial corporate goals; bonus opportunities are available at management’s discretion.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level