TYLin is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative, cost-effective, constructible designs for the global infrastructure market. With over 3,000 employees throughout the Americas, Asia, and Europe, the firm provides support on projects of varying size and complexity. Together, we enhance conventional designs with smarter, more resilient systems. We provide people with better mobility. We steward precious resources by finding more sustainable solutions.
What You’ll Do
Serve as TYLin’s Senior Program Manager supporting McGhee Tyson Airport’s capital improvement program.
Provide overall program management leadership, including scope, schedule, budget, risk, and stakeholder coordination across multiple projects.
Act as a primary liaison between airport leadership, design teams, contractors, and third-party stakeholders.
Support development and execution of program governance frameworks, decision-making processes, and reporting structures.
Oversee consultant and contractor performance to ensure alignment with program objectives, standards, and contractual requirements.
Guide project teams through planning, design, procurement, and construction phases, resolving issues and mitigating risks.
Support capital planning efforts, including prioritization, phasing, and coordination of near- and long-term projects.
Provide high-level program reporting and briefings to airport leadership, translating technical information into actionable insights.
Promote TYLin best practices in program delivery, quality management, and client service.
What We’re Looking For
Proven experience leading or supporting aviation capital programs in a program management or owner-representative role.
Strong understanding of airport planning, design, and construction processes.
Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and consultants within a public-sector or authority-driven environment.
Collaborative leadership style with the confidence to operate as a trusted advisor to airport leadership.
Experience balancing strategic program oversight with hands-on problem solving.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field.
12+ years of experience in aviation program management, project management, or capital delivery.
Demonstrated experience working with airports, airport authorities, or aviation clients.
Strong knowledge of capital project delivery methods and public-sector procurement processes.
Excellent communication, coordination, and leadership skills.
Ability to work on site at McGhee Tyson Airport in Knoxville, TN.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting regional or medium-hub airport capital programs.
Professional certification such as PMP or equivalent.
Experience working for or with an engineering or program management consulting firm.
Familiarity with FAA-funded projects and regulatory coordination.
Why TYLin?
At TYLin, we are driven by a mission to connect communities and improve lives through infrastructure. Joining TYLin means:
Working on impactful aviation programs that support regional growth and connectivity.
Acting as a trusted extension of our clients’ teams.
Collaborating with industry-leading professionals across aviation, program management, and design.
Being part of a global firm that values technical excellence, client service, and professional growth.
TYLin is committed to pay equity. As part of that commitment, we have provided the base compensation range of $170,000 - $230,000 annually for this position and local market. We recognize that each candidate brings a unique set of skills, experience, education and competencies to the table that will be reflected in our offer. TYLin is proud to offer exciting career development opportunities.
TYLin offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits may include extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.
We encourage all candidates to explore our total rewards offering.
Collaboration, mission-driven focus, discipline, and leadership skills developed through military service benefit us all. Whether you are a Veteran, Guardsman or Reservist, a Military Spouse or you are planning to transition to civilian life in the near future, we welcome and value your application.
TYLin is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, provincial, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The company and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements.