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Turner Townsend INC

Senior Construction Project Manager / Design Review - Aviation

New York, New York, US Posted today

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The posting rules out sponsorship or requires citizenship or security clearance.

  • Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 65 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first.
  • The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
  • No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area.
  • What Turner Townsend INC paid sponsored hires in similar roles1 certified filing for “Construction Manager (Project Manager)” (Project Management Specialists) in IL: $134k–$134k, median $134k.
  • Security clearance mentionedFrom the posting’s own wording.
  • Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
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Employer is on a government sponsor record
The US Department of Labor certified 65 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
No salary bar for this route
H-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
What Turner Townsend INC paid sponsored hires in similar roles
1 certified filing for “Construction Manager (Project Manager)” (Project Management Specialists) in IL: $134k–$134k, median $134k. Most were filed at wage level III (100%) — 3 lottery entries, ≈46% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).

US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).

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About the role

Turner & Townsend  is looking for a  Senior Project Manager/Design Review to join our growing team. The ideal individual will be an experienced design review professional that has supported large-scale construction projects. Responsibilities:  Design Review Leadership • Lead and manage multidisciplinary design reviews across architecture, civil, structural, MEP, systems, and specialty disciplines. • Establish design review strategy, workflows, and quality standards aligned with program requirements. • Ensure design packages meet regulatory, code, and client standards, including FAA, airport authority, and local jurisdiction requirements. Technical Coordination & Interface Management • Coordinate design consultants, engineering teams, and subject matter experts to resolve comments, conflicts, and technical issues. • Facilitate design review workshops, technical coordination meetings, and issue‑resolution sessions. • Ensure alignment between design intent, operational requirements, and construction feasibility. Constructability & Delivery Integration • Lead constructability reviews and ensure design packages support efficient, safe, and cost‑effective construction. • Collaborate with construction managers, schedulers, and cost teams to integrate design with delivery sequencing, phasing, and budget constraints. • Identify design risks, gaps, and opportunities for optimization. Schedule & Milestone Management • Manage design review schedules, deliverables, and critical milestones. • Track progress, monitor consultant performance, and escalate risks impacting design delivery. • Ensure timely completion of design packages and readiness for procurement and construction. Quality Assurance & Compliance • Oversee QA/QC processes for all design submissions. • Ensure compliance with codes, standards, and program design criteria. • Maintain documentation, comment logs, and audit trails for all design review cycles. Stakeholder Engagement & Communication • Serve as the primary point of contact for design review communications with clients, consultants, and internal teams. • Prepare and deliver clear, concise design review reports, dashboards, and executive summaries. • Support governance boards and leadership with design status, risks, and decision recommendations. Due to federal contract requirements, applicants must be U.S. citizens and capable of obtaining and maintaining a U.S. Public Trust security clearance. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the Public Trust investigation. • 10+ years of experience in design management, project management, or engineering for major capital programs. • Strong background in aviation, transportation, or large infrastructure projects. • Proven experience leading multidisciplinary design reviews. • Deep understanding of design standards, codes, and regulatory requirements. • Ability to manage complex stakeholder groups and drive resolution of technical issues. • Excellent communication, coordination, and leadership skills. Preferred Experience • Experience with airport authorities, FAA programs, or federal infrastructure. • Background in design‑build, CMAR, or progressive design‑build environments. • Familiarity with digital design review platforms (Bluebeam, Kahua, BIM 360, etc.). • Professional licensure (PE, RA) or certifications (PMP, CCM) preferred. Due to federal contract requirements, applicants must be U.S. citizens and capable of obtaining and maintaining a U.S. Public Trust security clearance. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the Public Trust investigation. *On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs*  *SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where

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