Project Manager-LAWA (Los Angeles World Airports)

About Burns

Burns is a nationally respected provider of specialized engineering services bringing highly technical sought-after engineering expertise to complex transportation and critical infrastructure projects.

For more than 50 years we have built our reputation on outstanding client service. Ranked a Top Workplace and ENR Top 500 Design Firm we are personally invested in helping our clients achieve their goals sharing in their passions and successfully guiding them through the challenges of complex projects using our no surprises Burns Unique Client Experience.

We are seeking a Project Manager to join our Aviation Technology team inLos Angeles CA.

Position Summary:

The Project Manager will be responsible for planning coordinating and delivering the replacement of LAWAs Access Control and Alarm Monitoring System ( ACAMS ) and upgrade of the current video management and storage systems while maintaining airport operations and regulatory compliance. Responsibilities include project governance; stakeholder coordination with airport operations public safety & security airport police IT and regulatory agencies; management of scope schedule budget and risk; oversight of system architecture integration testing and commissioning; coordination of phased implementation and system cutovers; support of procurement and vendor management. The PM will also oversee the development of RFPs and coordination with LAWA Information Management & Technology group program management office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end project management for the replacement of the Access Control and Alarm Monitoring System (ACAMS) and upgrades to video management and storage systems
• Establish and maintain project governance including reporting documentation and adherence to LAWA standards and procedures
• Coordinate cross-functional stakeholders including Airport Operations Public Safety & Security Airport Police IT and external regulatory agencies
• Manage project scope schedule budget and risk to ensure successful delivery within operational constraints of an active airport environment
• Oversee system architecture design coordination and integration across access control alarm monitoring and video management platforms
• Direct system testing commissioning and validation to ensure performance reliability and compliance with regulatory requirements
• Plan and execute phased implementation strategies and system cutovers to minimize disruption to ongoing airport operations
• Support procurement activities including development of RFPs bid evaluations and contract award processes
• Manage vendors consultants and system integrators to ensure alignment with project goals timelines and quality standards
• Collaborate with LAWA Information Management & Technology (IMT) and Program Management Office (PMO) to align with enterprise systems cybersecurity standards and governance frameworks
• Identify and mitigate project risks ensuring compliance with aviation safety and security regulations
• Provide regular project updates reporting and executive-level communications to key stakeholders

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Engineering Construction Management Information Systems or a related field (Masters degree preferred)
• 815 years of experience in project management with a focus on large-scale infrastructure security systems or technology integration projects
• Proven experience delivering complex multi-stakeholder projects in highly regulated environments (aviation transportation public sector or critical infrastructure)
• Demonstrated experience managing access control alarm monitoring CCTV/video management systems or similar physical security technologies
• Strong understanding of system integration network infrastructure and cybersecurity considerations for enterprise-level platforms
• Experience managing projects within active 24/7 operational environments with minimal disruption (e.g. airports hospitals transit systems)
• Familiarity with public procurement processes including RFP development bid evaluation and contract management
• Experience managing vendors system integrators and multidisciplinary project teams
• Knowledge of relevant codes standards and regulatory requirements (e.g. TSA FAA DHS or similar governing bodies)
• Strong project controls experience including scheduling budgeting risk management and reporting
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to interface with executive leadership and technical teams
• Proficiency with project management tools (e.g. Primavera P6 MS Project) and standard reporting platforms
• Experience working with or within LAWA or other large hub airport authorities (e.g. LAX modernization programs) is preferred

Required Experience:

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