Airport Asset and Facilities Services Department Manager

Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 141,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority is seeking an experienced leader to manage the Airport Asset and Facilities Services Department at IAD or DCA. You will oversee asset lifecycles, facilities programs, and tenant construction projects, ensuring compliance with codes and safety standards.

The role emphasizes coordination with major capital programs, environmental and safety requirements, and the development of robust maintenance strategies.

Qualifications

• Nine years of progressively responsible experience in asset and facilities management, project management, or related field.
• Bachelor’s degree required; degree in Facilities/Construction/Engineering or related field preferred.
• PMP Certification preferred.
• State driver’s license in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee asset and facilities management, construction, modification, repair and maintenance of airport structures and infrastructure.
• Direct tenant project management and building permit approvals for airport tenant construction projects.
• Coordinate asset and facilities services with Airport Manager and Engineering to support capital projects.
• Forecast and monitor the department’s annual and five-year budgets for staffing, assets, facilities, and operations.
• Select, assign, and develop employees; manage performance and corrective actions as needed.
• May serve as Airport Manager in their absence.

Skills

Budget development

Resource allocation

Data analysis

Inspection techniques

Written and verbal communication

MS Office / engineering software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

CMMS / asset management software

Engineering maintenance systems

Job description

## Airport Asset and Facilities Services Department ManagerApply: Dulles International Airport: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 14, 2026 (14 days left to apply): R0007594**Compensation Grade:**S24**Salary Range:**$140,932.00-$225,491.00**Opening Date:**October 30, 2026**Closing Date:**November 14, 2026**Please Note:** **All job announcements close at 11:59 p.m. of the day before the posted closing date.**Airport Asset and Facilities Services Department Manager As the Airport Asset and Facilities Services Department Manager, you will oversee airport asset and facilities management, tenant project management, and related airport programs to ensure the effective maintenance, operation, and life-cycle management of airport assets and infrastructure. Serves in the Airport Asset and Facilities Services Department at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) or Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). Directs asset and facilities management, tenant project management, and applicable airport support activities. Oversees tenant construction project permitting and compliance with approved plans, applicable codes, and environmental, health, and safety requirements. Ensures Airport and tenant facilities are maintained. At IAD, this includes oversight of passenger conveyance activities, as applicable. Performs related functions.**GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES**Oversees the management of airport assets and the construction, modification, repair, and maintenance of airport structures, facilities, and infrastructure.Through subordinate managers and supervisors, monitors work performed under service contracts to ensure acceptable quality, quantity, and timeliness. Seeks an appropriate balance between work performed in-house and under contract.Oversees tenant project management and approves building permits for airport tenant construction projects. Through subordinates, ensures that projects comply with approved plans, applicable codes, and Airport standards and procedures.[IAD ONLY] Oversees passenger conveyance programs and investments through the Passenger Conveyance Program Manager, including the operation, maintenance, acquisition, rehabilitation, replacement, and disposal of conveyance assets, to achieve acceptable levels of service.Coordinates asset and facilities services and tenant projects with the Airport Manager, the main Engineering function, and other Airports Authority departments to support airport-wide priorities and major capital projects.Advises the Airport Manager on tenant projects and asset and facilities management matters.Oversees the development of and conformance with applicable environmental, health, and safety programs for the Airport.Provides input for the airport master plan; reviews technical manuals, asset management plans, and engineering studies; and, as deemed necessary, reviews or produces facilities plans, specifications, and related documents.Forecasts, justifies, monitors, and ensures proper execution of the Department's annual and five-year budgets for staffing, assets, facilities, service contracts, equipment, and operations, as applicable to the airport's assigned functions. Performs quarterly reviews and recommends adjustments.Selects, assigns, and develops employees. Delegates and assigns work. Evaluates employee performance.Takes corrective action to maintain work progress on schedule, improve employee performance, or modify program goals.May serve as Airport Manager in their absence.Performs other duties as assigned.**QUALIFICATIONS**Nine years of progressively responsible experience in asset and facilities management, project management, facilities operations, or a related field. **An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.**Knowledge of supervisory principles and ability to manage the operations and programs of the unit/team.Knowledge of professional construction principles and practices, facilities and asset management, utility operations, maintenance trades, building codes and standards, and regulatory requirements, and ability to advise on tenant construction projects, resource allocation, planning, budgeting, and monitoring of facilities and asset management issues.Knowledge of and ability to oversee asset management and the construction, modification, repair, and preventive maintenance of airport structures, facilities, and infrastructure.Knowledge of asset management and ability to lead an integrated approach to facility maintenance and renewal with an emphasis on primary accountability, effective execution, and customer service. Skill in budget development, resource allocation, and monitoring expenditures for departmental programs and operations.Skill in workload analysis and quality control of operations.Skill in applying inspection techniques.Ability to speak and write effectively.Ability to make detailed analyses of data and information and make recommendations.Skill in using a computer and modern office suite software, with emphasis on engineering and maintenance systems/software.**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS**Experience managing airport asset and facilities services, tenant construction projects, operations at a major airport or similar large, complex campus.Experience working with an enterprise asset management or computerized maintenance management system.Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.**EDUCATION**A bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Construction Management, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field.**CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES REQUIRED**A state driver’s license in good standing. **NECESSARY SPECIAL FACTORS**Work is typically reviewed in progress and upon completion for quantity, quality, timeliness, teamwork, customer service, and other factors.May be subject to adverse weather conditions and dust/grease/dirt.Is subject to hold-over and recall on a 24-hour basis for essential services and emergencies such as snow removal.**WHAT WE OFFER**A career with the Airports Authority comes with more than just a paycheck; it offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family’s health, financial security, and professional growth. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; well-being resources; health savings and flexible spending accounts; pension and retirement plans; and ongoing training and development opportunities. Discover more about our benefits package **here**.**A background security investigation will be required for all new hires.**