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Design Manager- Aviation Construction (Anticipated Opening)

Turner & Townsend

Company websiteturnerandtownsend.com (Turner & Townsend, opens in new tab)

Base salary $130K  to $175K

Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Los Angeles, CA

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  • LocationLos Angeles, CA
  • WorkplaceWorkplace not stated
  • Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
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About this job

Company Description

Founded in 1952 and formerly known as Heery International Inc., the firm operates throughout the United States as part of Turner & Townsend. It specializes in project and program management for public sector organizations, with industry-leading experts in corporate, cultural, healthcare, justice, sports, K-12 education, higher education, aviation and government facilities. 

Recognized for service excellence by a broad spectrum of professional organizations and industry publications, the talented multidisciplinary team at Turner & Townsend Heery exceeds client expectations — adding value, best practice and expertise at every turn. The team's unique client-centric culture is integrated into each project and reflects a passion for the built environment and staying true to the client’s vision. 

Job Description

Turner & Townsned Heery are looking to engage Design Managers specializing in aviation for upcoming opportunities. 

Our design managers are responsible for overseeing design and providing the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance for our clients. As a design manager will collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors, and stakeholders to deliver successful project outcomes.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead the design phase of aviation construction projects, ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines.
  • Coordinate with architects, engineers, and other design professionals to develop comprehensive design plans.
  • Review and approve design documents, drawings, and specifications.
  • Ensure all design work complies with industry standards, regulations, and client requirements.
  • Conduct regular design reviews and audits to maintain quality and consistency.
  • Liaise with clients, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders to ensure design requirements are met.
  • Prepare and present design proposals and progress reports to clients and stakeholders.
  • Monitor design budgets and schedules, ensuring projects are completed within allocated resources.
  • Identify and mitigate design-related risks and issues.
  • Lead and mentor a team of design professionals, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
  • Provide guidance and support to team members, ensuring professional growth and development.
  • SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable. 

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in construction management, architecture, engineering or field related to construction. 
  • Minimum 5- 7 years of relevant experience working on large scale projects and programs
  • Prior aviation construction experience required- ideal project experience terminal expansion 
  • Strong organizational and management skills – ability to work effectively and collaboratively with the broader team 
  • Effective presentation skills 
  • Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Procore, and construction project management tools 
  • Excellent communication skills  

Additional Information

*On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs*

The salary range for this full-time role is $130K-$175K per year. Ranges are determined by role and level and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range is a reflection of base salary only, not of a total compensation package.  Please note Turner & Townsend reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on candidate’s experience and qualifications. 

Qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with LA County ordinance and CA law.

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance. 

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/ and https://www.heery.com/

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time. 

Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review. 

Source: Turner & Townsend on SmartRecruiters · View original posting (opens in new tab)

Pay in context

This role's base floor ($130,000) is above 15% of the 359 Design roles in California listed on this site; 3 others list the same floor. Their median floor is $167,000; the middle half runs from $141,000 to $195,000.

Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 7, 2026.

This range next to 6 other live Turner & Townsend roles with the nearest advertised base floor
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This range next to 6 other live Turner & Townsend roles with the nearest advertised base floor
RolePublished base
Design Manager- Aviation Construction (Anticipated Opening) (this listing)$130K - $175K
Senior Construction Project Manager - Government$130K - $160K
Senior Construction Project Manager-K-12 Projects$130K - $150K
Senior Construction Project Manager- Federal Projects (Anticipated Opening)$130K - $180K
Senior Consultant - Procurement, Contracts and Supply Chain$130K - $165K
Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - Commercial Real Estate$130K - $160K
Senior Consultant - Procurement, Contracts and Supply Chain$130K - $165K

Same $100K to $400K scale as every card. All Turner & Townsend roles · How to read the bar

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Employer-stated posting date
2025-06-04
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Location as the employer wrote it: Los Angeles, CA, United States

The salary range for this full-time role is $130K-$175K per year. Ranges are determined by role and level and repre

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