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  • Coordination and Logistics Manager - Airport Construction

    Costa Mesa, California United States Orange County, CA Full Time $127,878.40 - $177,132.80 Annually Oct 22, 2025
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    Orange County, CA

    Discover a Fulfilling Career at the County of Orange With a population of over 3 million residents and 34 cities, Orange County is a thriving community known for its beautiful beaches, diverse culture, and strong economy. As the third-largest employer in the county, the County of Orange offers over 18,000 employees the opportunity to make a difference in their community and build a fulfilling career in public service. As a County of Orange employee, you will have the chance to work in a variety of departments, each providing vital services to our community. From law enforcement and healthcare to public works and environmental protection, there is a wide range of career paths to explore. And with opportunities for advancement and professional growth, you can build a long and rewarding career with us. As a top employer in the region, the County of Orange is committed to providing our employees with excellent benefits, including a competitive salary, flexible work schedules, and outstanding healthcare coverage. We also offer opportunities for career development and training, ensuring that our employees have the skills and knowledge they need to succeed. Whether you're just starting your career or looking for a new challenge, the County of Orange is a great place to work. With a supportive and collaborative work environment, a commitment to excellence, and opportunities for growth and advancement, we invite you to join our team and make a difference in your community.   Community Impact: Working for the County of Orange means you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community. Whether you're providing critical services to residents, protecting the environment, or maintaining public safety, your work will make a difference in the lives of those around you. Employee Wellness: At the County of Orange, we prioritize our employees' well-being. We offer telecommuting options, generous health benefits, and wellness programs to promote work-life balance. We believe that by taking care of our employee’s health and well-being, we can help them excel in their careers while still enjoying their personal lives and taking care of their families. Innovation: The County of Orange is committed to embracing new technologies and innovative approaches to service delivery. We encourage our employees to think creatively and find ways to improve our processes and systems. If you're someone who loves to problem-solve and think outside the box, you'll find a supportive and dynamic environment here. Collaboration: Collaboration is key to our success at the County of Orange. We value teamwork, communication, and mutual support, and we work together across departments and functions to achieve our goals. If you're someone who enjoys collaborating with others and building strong relationships, you'll find a welcoming and inclusive community here. Equality: At the County of Orange, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. Our Equity Policy reflects this commitment and guides our efforts to promote equity, diversity, and inclusion in everything we do. Career Advancement: The County of Orange is dedicated to helping our employees grow and advance in their careers. We offer a variety of training and development opportunities to help our employees reach their full potential. If you're looking for a place to build a long and fulfilling career, the County of Orange is an excellent choice.  

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    Job Description

    CAREER DESCRIPTION

    COORDINATION AND LOGISTICS MANAGER - AIRPORT CONSTRUCTION

    (Airport Manager, Senior)

    THIS RECRUITMENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

    This recruitment is open to the public and is being held to establish an open eligible list to fill current and future Airport Manager, Senior vacancies. The eligible list established from this recruitment may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications.

    DEADLINE TO APPLY

    This recruitment will close on Tuesday , November 18, 2025 at 11:59PM PST .

    Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.

    JOHN WAYNE AIRPORT

    Ranked #1 in Customer Satisfaction among Large Airports in the J.D. Power 2024 and 2025 North America Airport Satisfaction Study, John Wayne Airport (JWA) has been a major cornerstone of Orange County for more than 100 years. Located in beautiful Southern California, we currently serve approximately 11.8 million annual passengers. We strive to provide a superior guest experience to ensure travel is convenient and stress-free. The County of Orange owns and operates the airport and the service area includes more than three million people within 34 cities and unincorporated areas of Orange County and beyond.

    As a medium hub airport, we have commercial flights to more than 40 nonstop destinations in the U.S., Mexico, and Canada. Eleven commercial airlines and two air cargo airlines fly out of the Airport. It is home to nearly 500 general aviation (private, non-commercial) aircraft, representing 60% of total operations, and includes two full-service fixed base operators and one limited use general aviation facility.

      ◦ Mission: Connecting People, Places and Opportunities.
      ◦ Vision: To be an airport of choice by creating exceptional experiences.
      ◦ Core Values: REACH
        ◦ R espect
        ◦ E nvironmental Stewardship
        ◦ A ccountability
        ◦ C ollaboration
        ◦ H onesty



    To learn more about working at John Wayne Airport, click here. To learn more about the County of Orange, click here.

    THE OPPORTUNITY
    John Wayne Airport is seeking a Coordination and Logistics Manager (CALM) specializing in construction. The position will lead the CALM team, and serve as a technical consultant to senior management on complex and strategic construction issues and will coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including but not limited to utility companies, real estate companies, survey companies, regulatory permitting agencies, engineering and construction companies, cities, and the public on capital improvement and facilities alteration projects primarily related to John Wayne Airport. Projects include taxiway reconstruction, baggage handling system replacement, power generation and electrical distribution system upgrades, vertical conveyance upgrades, and facility accessibility improvements.

    SERVICE AREA
    The Planning and Development service area delivers capital improvement projects for John Wayne Airport in accordance with the County of Orange contracting and procurement policy manuals, State of California contracting regulations, and Federal Regulations. The Coordination and Logistics Manager (CALM) will assist the project management team dedicated to the design and construction of various airport improvement projects and perform other administrative duties related to public project management and contract administration.

    KEY RESPONSIBILTIES
      ◦ Assist a multidisciplinary project management team dedicated to the implementation of Airport capital improvement projects
      ◦ Support the airport’s $700 million Capital Improvement Plan and other improvement plans in a variety of vertical and horizontal projects which requires coordination of multiple concurrent projects, while minimizing impacts on airport operations
      ◦ Partner with procurement in contracting appropriate Public Works Construction Projects, consultant services, A/E services, and Job Order Contracts (JOC)


    DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

    The ideal candidate will demonstrate six (6) years of professional construction logistics experience in an airport setting including at least three (3) years of lead/supervisory experience.

    A Bachelor's degree in airport management, aviation, civil engineering, or related field may substitute for one (1) year of required experience. A Master's degree in airport management, aviation, civil engineering, or related field may substitute for two (2) years of the required experience.

    Although not required, a certification in Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Construction Manager (CCM), or Certified Geographic Information Systems Professional (GISP) is highly desirable.

    The ideal candidate’s work experience will also demonstrate the core competencies outlined below:

    Technical Experience | Technical Knowledge
      ◦ Knowledge and experience with airport construction requirements, operational impacts, and necessary compliance with airport regulations
      ◦ Skilled in coordinating multiple projects, setting priorities and meeting deadlines without compromising operational standards
      ◦ Knowledge and literacy in GIS and SharePoint platforms to effectively manage and share scheduling, spatial, and logistical information
      ◦ Experience with project management tools including construction logistics, and proficiency in GIS to facilitate detailed mapping and scheduling, specifically ESRI ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS online
      ◦ Knowledge and application of principles of project management, architectural/engineering design and construction practices in multiple disciplines such as architectural, civil, structural, electrical, plumbing, mechanical and heating, ventilating and air conditioning
      ◦ Manage the CALM Shutdown Coordination Center, tracking and communicating all USRs (Utility Shutdown Requests) and LSRs (Location Shutdown Requests)
      ◦ Identify the need for the development of new procedures or the refinement of existing procedures within the Planning and Development team and communicate these procedures to all JWA Development staff and Airport Operations
      ◦ QA/QC all CALM Deliverables for accuracy, timeliness and growth
      ◦ Knowledge of California Public Contracting Code, uniform building codes, Cal-OSHA building construction regulations, FAA Grant Compliance requirements, Federal, State and local codes and regulations and other pertinent safety rules and regulations


    Analysis and Problem Solving
      ◦ Experience in reviewing project needs, identifying potential conflicts, and developing solutions that support JWA’s long-term goals
      ◦ Ability to consistently support logistics coordination across departments
      ◦ Ability to quickly address and resolve issues that may arise during after-hours work
      ◦ Coordinate with both field team and day staff
      ◦ Maintain safety and minimize disruption while upholding airport standards


    Planning and Organization
      ◦ Support a 24/7 airport operation that includes night and weekend construction
      ◦ Maintain SharePoint data to ensure real-time information accessibility
      ◦ Plan and organize work effectively to ensure that assignments are on schedule
      ◦ Complete assignments on time and within budget and policy
      ◦ Ability to manage multiple projects at one time
      ◦ Ability to manage changing and competing priorities/interests


    Communication Skills | Oral & Written
      ◦ Ability to build and sustain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders
      ◦ Communicate complex logistical updates in a clear, concise, actionable manner
      ◦ Ability to synthesize and relay essential information between night, weekend and day shifts
      ◦ Ensure all team members and stakeholders remain informed and aligned
      ◦ Ability to serve as a central point of contact across various airport teams and external partners
      ◦ Ensure consistent and oral and written effective communication, including the ability to provide technical information in a clear and concise manner


    SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

    While this is mostly a daytime assignment, project construction mostly occurs at night. Given the Airports 24/7/365 operations, there may be responsibilities on nights, weekends, and holidays.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
    Please click here to view the minimum qualifications for Airport Manager, Senior.

    LICENSE REQUIRED
    The successful candidate must obtain, possess, and maintain the following licenses:
      ◦ Valid California Driver's License, Class C or higher, by date of appointment
      ◦ Valid Airport Access Badge with an Airport Driving Endorsement within ten (10) days of employment

    AIRPORT ACCESS REQUIREMENTS
    Employees must clear a background check, which includes a Criminal History Records Check (CHRC), Transportation Security Administration (TSA) check, and Security Threat Assessment (STA) check. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Airport Access Badge with an Airport Driving Endorsement within ten (10) days of employment. Airport Access Badge must be maintained and renewed every two (2) years.

    RECRUITMENT PROCESS
    Human Resource Services (HRS) will screen applications and supplemental responses for qualifications that meet minimum qualifications, are highly desirable, and are most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those applicants that meet the qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the assessment step.
    Application Screening | (Refer/Non-Refer): Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those candidates that meet the qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step.

    Structured Oral Interview (SOI) | Structured Oral Interview (Weighted 100%)
    Applicants will be interviewed and rated by a panel of job knowledge experts. Each applicant's rating will be based on responses to a series of structured questions designed to elicit the candidate's qualifications for the job.

    Eligible List | Score Groups : Once all assessments have been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.

    Please note: The information you provide on your application and/or response to the supplemental questions may be used as a scoring device, so please be thorough and complete in your response. "See Resume" is not a qualifying response and will not be scored in lieu of the required information.

    Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure.

     Veterans Employment Preference (VEPP) The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy.

    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

    EMAIL NOTIFICATION:

    Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.

    Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com .

    NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply.

    FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
    Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions.

    For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, contact Michelle Bocicor at mbocicor@ocair.com .

    EEO INFORMATION

    Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

    Administrative Management *
    In addition to the County's standard suite of benefits -- such as a variety of health plan options, sick and vacation time and paid holidays -- we also offer an excellent array of benefits such as:
      ◦ Retirement: Benefits are provided through the Orange County Employees' Retirement System (OCERS). Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits.
      http://www.ocers.org/active-member-information.
      ◦ Paid Leave: Twelve holidays per year plus sick and vacation time
      ◦ Health & Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
      ◦ Dental Insurance: County pays 100% of employee and dependent premiums
      ◦ Paid Life Insurance: $100,000 life insurance policy
      ◦ Paid Accidental & Death and Dismemberment Insurance: $100,000 AD&D insurance policy
      ◦ Paid Short & Long Term Disability insurance programs
      ◦ 457 Defined Contribution Program


    *Effective 07/01/20, management employees who are sworn Public Safety Managers receive health insurance benefits through the AOCDS Medical Benefit Plans.

    Click here for information about benefits offered to County of Orange employees.

    Closing Date/Time: 11/18/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
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