Job Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of multiple large domestic and international contracts from Sales Turnover through all subsequent processes up to and including final payment.
• Establish and maintain strong customer relationships with clients, while focusing on Company's expected level of profitability from the contract.
• Accountable for project schedules, cost tracking of the contracts, customer invoicing, initiating and processing change orders, and financial reporting to management team.
• Coordinate and oversee the installation of our PBB and vendor-supplied ground support equipment at the jobsites. Manage and provide direction to auxiliary equipment suppliers, subcontractors, and our own field personnel.
• Assessment of vendor quotations and initiation of PO requisitions for auxiliary equipment, shipping, and installation subcontracts.
• Coordinate activities with airport/airline/general contractor management to ensure timely, efficient, and cost-effective completion of projects. This includes negotiating with suppliers and sub-contractors, enforcing TKE safety guidelines and regulations, maintaining control of project cost and presenting these controls to all levels of Company management.
• Timely completion of organizational turn-over with technical requirements, job costing estimates, schedule requirements, and equipment supply requirements.
• Interface with TKAS management, multiple departments, client's representatives, major contractors, sub-contractors, vendors, etc. in a professional manner, whereby reflecting a positive image of TK Airport Solutions, Inc.
• Coordinate the troubleshooting and correction of technical problems or other customer issues that develop throughout the normal process of completing the project and turning it over to the Warranty department.
• As engineering changes develop, assist in implementation of changes and modifications on assigned projects and pursue associated costs if changes are driven by others.
• Responsible for negotiating and issuing Change Orders and obtaining proper approval and signatures from Clients and TK Airport Solutions, Inc.
• Responsible for high level of effective communication within and across departments, as well as all management levels.
• Support TKAS philosophy, goals, and objectives and champion the company’s safety culture.
• Participate in Company Safety Program through safety meetings, audits, following good safe work practices and maintaining a safety and clean work environment.
• Commitment to quality by meeting and exceeding our customer expectations and continuously improving our quality management system and their processes to create value for customers, employees and shareholders.
• Provide on-site leadership for project team by building and motivating team members to meet project goals, adhering to their responsibilities and project milestones.
• Work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment demonstrating teamwork and innovation.
• Manage day-to-day project activities and resources and chairs the project management team meetings.

Expert Know How/Knowledge:

•  Extensive understanding of project and program management principles, methods and techniques.
• Proficient with MS Office, MS Project or other scheduling software.

• Demonstrated experience and success in management of projects, processes and high-level customer service.
• Experience with collaborating with multiple departments; manufacturing, field installation engineering, and sales.
• Knowledge/experience of heavy industry field and fluent in reading and interpreting drawing plans and specifications.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills are a must. Bi-lingual skills in English/Spanish a plus.

• Ability to travel as needed and/or work extended hours.
• Ability to read and understand financial reports.
• Possess strong discipline to provide accurate and timely data.
• Impeccable attention to detail, effective problem solving skills.
• Able to thrive in a fast pace environment.
• Ability to work well with a team.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks at one time – accurately, efficiently and effectively.
• Must be self-directed, professional and dependable.
• Demonstrate dependable work habits and schedule.
• Observe all safety rules, procedures, and OSHA regulations

Expected (Educational) Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in appropriate field of study or equivalent work experience.

Expected Years of Experience:

• 5+ years of project management experience, including tracking and planning projects.

TKE Airport Systems is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law.

Applicants with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation in connection with the application process are encouraged to contact us directly.