Senior Manager, Airport Development

Aecon; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leader in infrastructure development is seeking a Senior Manager, Airport Development, to support a concessions airport program. This role involves stakeholder engagement, project financing, and managing complex transactions in airport development. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of experience and a strong educational background in engineering or related fields. Join a team committed to safety, integrity, and sustainable practices.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in airport development and PPP transactions.
• Strong understanding of airport operations and regulatory frameworks.
• Proven track record in managing complex transactions.

Responsibilities

• Support the full scope of a concessions airport program.
• Engage with project clients and advisors.
• Collaborate with various project stakeholders.

Skills

Airport development management

Project financing expertise

Stakeholder communication

Team management

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related fields

Job description

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is and building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on :

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us!

At Aecon we :

• Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs , and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
• Are a leader in sustainable construction .With a strong commitment to operating responsiblyby minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

Role Overview

Reporting to the Project Director, the Senior Manager, Airport Development supports the full scope of a concessions airport program from bid through to commissioning of a new terminal. The incumbent will work with a multitude of project stakeholders and a diverse team of professionals representing many work streams on the project. The Senior Manager, Airport Development applies their strong understanding of airport P3 projects in supporting the integration of various mission critical activities.

Key Responsibilities

Supports the necessary activities to engage with the project Client and their respective advisors. Ensures the proper mechanisms are in place to efficiently communicate and resolve conflicts as they arise.

Supports the Project Director in preparing materials for critical client meetings, applying sound technical judgement and critical thinking skills in helping to shape strategies.

Engages with the design and construction team on matters related to the overall capital program as required Review estimates and designs, coordinate with the construction team on submittals.

Negotiates with the construction team on relevant matters as appropriate Provide necessary information to construction when it impacts their work.

Participates in the airline revenue development & negotiations. Engages in negotiating with airline committees on rates, charges, and agreements as and when required. Work with Aecon’s team, advisors, and partners on building the revenue plan.

Understands policies and regulations in USVI.

Collaborates with the Project Finance team, led by the SVP, Aecon Concessions Provides the team with required inputs for models, costs, negotiation aspects, rates and charges.

Receive information from the team on model sensitivity, various scenarios, schedule coordination, submissions, outputs of the model.

Evaluates model scenarios and sensitivities (OPEX & CAPEX).

Coordinate project schedules Interacts with and presents to Lenders Technical Advisors as required.

Collaborates with Operational Finance team on relevant activities as required Facilitates exchange of information.

Supports the management of the project budget and provide guidance to workstreams on budget adherence.

Works with the Maintenance team in collaboration with the VP, Operations and Maintenance Ensure all documents are provided as required, reviewed to ensure fit with plan.

Support in all negotiations.

Manage interface between maintenance requirements and rates / charges / budgets / P3 agreement etc. Supports the coordination of Airport Operations development work.

Supports the Tenant Commercial development Engage in appropriate meetings, discussions, negotiations as required.

Support government / public relations as appropriate and required.

Works with the ORAT teams Provide guidance and support on critical transition issues Monitor progress against targets and deliverables (schedule).

Review documents as required.

Facilitate meetings with clients, other workstreams.

Provide escalation support

Manages the Project Management Team Ensure schedule and budget are constantly updated and managed.

Oversee project controls, including invoice management, schedule updates. Review and provide quality control for client submittals.

• Engages in Stakeholder Relations Interact with relevant authorities, including relating to aviation, regulatory, tourism, permitting offices, etc. as required and appropriate, in concert with the Project Director.

Supports Environmental, Safety, Permitting team Ensure deliverables are met based on schedules.

Review and approve budget requests

• Coordinates Legal / Commercial Matters Review and contribute to legal document edits as required Attend negotiations as required.

Required Knowledge and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Aviation Management, finance, business and / or related fields.
• 8+ years of experience in airport development, PPP transactions, Airports M&A with a strong track record in managing complex transactions.
• Demonstrated knowledge of airport operations, planning, and regulatory frameworks (e.g., ICAO, IATA, FAA, Other) and airport technical systems, terminal design, and airside / landside aspects is highly desirable.
• Experience with Airport Transactions such as PPPs and / or M&A, including due diligence and evaluation across all streams is a must.
• Ability and willingness to travel extensively for international projects, including extended site stays as required.
• Experience working with project financing agencies and airport authorities is an asset.
• Demonstrated organizational skills, efficiency.
• Ability to communicate to get desired results.
• Experience effectively managing teams.
• Completed one or more construction project or has been involved in several airport M&A transactions.
• Commercial acumen : must understand how projects are structured and overall airport project economics work.