Airport Manager

AtkinsRealis USA Inc.; Bartow (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) with vesting

Paid time off

Job summary

At AtkinsRéalis USA Inc. is seeking an Airport Manager in Bartow, FL to lead the comprehensive administration, operation, and maintenance of a client-owned airport.

The role emphasizes compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and requires coordinating with FAA, state regulators, and stakeholders. You will supervise a multidisciplinary team, establish operational procedures, and serve as the primary point of contact for the client and tenants.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management or related field; equivalent education/experience considered.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant airport operations experience.
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office and possess solid knowledge of project management duties.

Responsibilities

• Oversee administration, operation, maintenance, and management of a client-owned airport.
• Serve as primary liaison for client, tenants, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders.
• Coordinate access requests, tenant move-in logistics, and maintenance requests.
• Conduct routine airfield inspections and supervise response to corrective actions.
• Prepare reports, recommendations, or plans for client review and implement approved actions.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Project management

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management or related

Tools

Microsoft Office

Airport management software

Regulatory reporting tools

Job description

Job Description Overview

We are seeking an Airport Manager to join our team in Bartow, FL. This position provides the overall administration, operation, maintenance, and management of a client-owned airport, ensuring compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, and oversees a multidisciplinary team to ensure the facility conforms to the client's requirements and meets tenant expectations. To meet this need, the position serves as the primary point of contact for the client, tenant, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders regarding airport operations, planning, development, and business matters. This position must be capable of implementing the necessary management techniques required to fulfill this responsibility, ensuring that the airport operates safely, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable Federal, State, and local regulations. This position typically leads operations management efforts and may manage small, less complex, or lower risk projects, working under moderate supervision, with the ability for independent decision-making, coordination, and judgment for routine issues; problems faced may be complex in nature and may at times require interpretation or deviation from standard procedures. Your role Supports the needs and expectations of the client. This includes establishing operational procedures, communicating procedures to the other members of the team, and ensuring the consistent application of those procedures across the airport. Serves as liaison between the client and tenants. This includes coordinating access requests, tenant move-in logistics, requests for maintenance, and coordinating authorization to utilize client-owned facilities. Conduct routine airfield inspections and coordinate completion of identified corrective action to any identified operational, compliance, or safety issues timely.Maintain accurate airport records, including operational data, tenant logs, access requests, and reports.Coordinates with regulatory agencies, including FAA and State-level aviation regulatory bodies, regarding airport compliance. Prepares and presents reports, recommendations, or plans to the client for review. Implements any recommended actions upon client approval. Supports community and stakeholder engagement, including coordination with adjacent property owners or municipalities.

About you

Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management, Public Administration, Business Administration, or Engineering from an accredited program or equivalent combination of education and experience. Requires a minimum of 10 years’ relevant experience. Valid Driver’s License required Must be proficient with Microsoft Office and possess solid knowledge of project management duties. Requires strong attention to detail, commitment to follow through, and ability to work independently following general direction and oversight from leadership. Also requires the ability to multi-task, prioritize workload, set priorities, and manage multiple projects and assignments. Must have strong verbal and written communication, as well as strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to relate to and understand people in a courteous and professional manner. Must possess the ability to build and maintain strong working relationships, demonstrate professional courage, and guide and influence others. Must have knowledge of the firm and client goals and strategies, professional demeanor, and ethical standards to serve as the primary source of all information concerning the airport.

Rewards & benefits

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

• Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits.

You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

About AtkinsRéalis

We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We’re committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people. Find out more.

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Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver unique end-to-end services across the whole life cycle of an asset including consulting, advisory & environmental services, intelligent networks & cybersecurity, design & engineering, procurement, project & construction management, operations & maintenance, decommissioning and capital. The breadth and depth of our capabilities are delivered to clients in strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear and Capital. News and information are available at Atkinsrealis or follow us on LinkedIn.