Associate Asset Manager

San Diego County Regional Airport Authority; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 95,109 - 101,767; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

14 paid holidays

Vacation days 18-33

Parental & child care benefits

Salary continuance

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plans including pension &

457 defined contribution plan

Lifestyle Spending Account

Job summary

San Diego International Airport advocates a collaborative culture and seeks an Associate Asset Manager to oversee real estate agreements and tenant relationships. The role involves administration, lease compliance, and coordinating tenant improvements to support aviation operations and revenue goals.

You will work with internal teams to align financial terms, space usage, and program requirements while engaging with airlines and tenants to resolve issues and advance projects.

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible professional business experience, including asset/real estate management or related fields.
• Graduation from a four-year college or university in business, public administration, finance, real estate, or a closely related field.
• Preferred certifications such as PMP/CAPM/ACE are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Research and administer airport real estate agreements, ensuring alignment with Authority policies.
• Serve as primary contact for airline/tenant accounts, ensuring compliance with terms and obligations.
• Monitor leased spaces and conduct inspections to ensure proper use under agreements.
• Coordinate tenant improvements and align with lease provisions and airport standards.
• Assist asset managers with negotiations, transactions, and RFPs; prepare routine agreements.
• Coordinate with tenants and internal teams to align projects and resolve issues.
• Investigate tenant or public concerns related to spaces, agreements, or operations.
• Identify opportunities to improve asset utilization and tenant services.

Skills

Relationship Mgmt

Communication

Contract interpretation

Analytical thinking

Time management

Problem solving

Integrity

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/public administration/finance/real estate

Advanced degree (MBA/JD)

Job description

Welcome to San Diego International Airport, where our core purpose is to create an exceptional experience for both our community and visitors from around the world. It extends beyond just flights; we embody the vibrant spirit of San Diego itself—sunny, welcoming, and full of life. We are committed to attracting, fostering, and empowering a team of talented individuals who can deliver our strategic goals:

• Advance Airport Development
• Transform the Customer Experience
• Optimize Ongoing Business
• Cultivate Our Culture

Here, culture starts with each of us. Our workplace is shaped by mindsets that guide how we show up for one another: believing the best in people, collaboration, empathy, listening, and thoughtful decision-making. If you are ready to contribute to a team that values meaningful impact and enjoys the journey along the way, we invite you to apply today and help us connect our community to the world.

Why You’ll Love Working at SAN:

• Location: The new Airport Authority Administration building, located on the San Diego International Airport campus and near the waterfront, providing stunning views of our runway, San Diego Bay, the Pacific Ocean, and the city skyline
• Hybrid Schedule: This role follows a hybrid schedule with both on-site and remote work. On-site days are required, based on department needs, to support collaboration and business operations. Remote work flexibility is available on other days as determined by the department
• Salary: The hiring salary for Associate Asset Manager is $95,109-$101,767. The full pay range for Associate Asset Manager is $73,161-$117,057
• Benefits: You will enjoy 14 paid holidays, 18-33 days of vacation (PTO), parental and child care benefits, salary continuance for family & parental leave, tuition reimbursement, ensure your future with our retirement plan options including our comprehensive pension plan and 457 defined contribution plan. Plus, take advantage of our annual employer-funded Lifestyle Spending Account, designed to support your personal development and growth activities—and much more!
• Wellness: Take advantage of multiple on-site gyms with regular fitness classes, outdoor working areas, fitness discounts for all levels and goals, monthly fruit deliveries, rewards for volunteer time, financial wellness advisors, and a campus with easy access to some of San Diego’s best walking trails
• Application Deadline: March 20, 2026. Applications will be reviewed after the closing date

About the Job: The Finance & Airline Relations department is looking for an Associate Asset Manager with a keen eye for detail and a curiosity for how airport operations, real estate, and agreements intersect to support the business of aviation. This role helps administer the Airport Authority’s real estate agreements with airlines’ related tenants, ensuring those agreements accurately reflect how space is used across the airport and deliver the value they were designed to generate.

Working alongside Asset Managers, the Associate Asset Manager supports agreement administration, monitors lease compliance, coordinates tenant improvement projects, and maintains strong working relationships with tenants. The role collaborates closely with internal teams across the Authority to help ensure that operational needs, financial terms, and tenant agreements remain aligned.

The ideal candidate will bring strong relationship-building skills, attention to detail, and an interest in understanding how operational realities and financial terms connect. They are comfortable reviewing agreements, asking thoughtful questions, and working collaboratively to resolve issues and keep projects moving forward.

At San Diego International Airport, space is one of our most valuable resources. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain insight into how airport property, airline relationships, and revenue generation work together while developing the skills needed to support negotiations and manage complex agreements that help shape the future of the airport.

What You’ll Do:

• Real Estate Agreement Administration: Support the administration of airport real estate agreements by researching terms, preparing documentation, and helping ensure agreements align with Authority policies and program requirements
• Tenant Account Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned airline and tenant accounts, ensuring compliance with agreement terms including financial obligations, reporting requirements, and operational standards
• Lease Compliance & Space Oversight: Monitor tenant spaces and conduct inspections to ensure leased areas are used in accordance with agreement terms and Authority policies
• Tenant Improvement Coordination: Review and coordinate routine tenant improvement projects to ensure alignment with lease provisions, operational needs, and airport standards
• Negotiation & Transaction Support: Assist Asset Managers with real estate negotiations, transactions, and Requests for Proposals (RFPs); help prepare and administer routine airport-related agreements
• Tenant & Internal Coordination: Act as a liaison between tenants and internal stakeholders to support projects, resolve operational issues, and maintain alignment across departments
• Issue Resolution: Investigate and support resolution of tenant or public concerns related to leased spaces, agreements, or operational matters
• Operational & Asset Efficiency: Understands how tenant agreements, operational space usage, and billing systems intersect to identify opportunities to improve asset utilization, tenant services, and operational efficiency

The Skills You Need:

• Relationship Management — Builds and maintains productive relationships with airline and tenant representatives while collaborating with internal stakeholders to support operational and business objectives. Balances strong customer service with accountability to the Authority’s agreements and policies
• Communication — Clearly and tactfully exchanges information verbally and in writing with tenants, colleagues, and leadership; prepares reports and presentations and facilitates discussions to support projects and agreement administration
• Agreement & Contract Interpretation — Reviews and interprets lease and program agreements to ensure compliance with contract provisions, financial obligations, reporting requirements, and operational standards
• Analytical Thinking — Connects operational realities, agreement terms, and financial implications to identify discrepancies, evaluate issues, and support informed decision-making related to airport assets and tenant agreements
• Time Management & Coordination — Prioritizes and manages multiple agreements, tenant relationships, and projects simultaneously; develops action plans, follows through on commitments, and adjusts priorities as operational needs evolve
• Problem Solving & Agility — Identifies issues affecting tenants, operations, or agreements and responds with practical, timely solutions while coordinating with internal teams to resolve concerns effectively
• Integrity & Accountability — Exercises sound judgment and discretion in situations involving financial, operational, or tenant matters, recognizing the Authority’s responsibility as both a public agency and a business enterprise

About the Team: The Finance & Airline Relations team oversees airline budgets, treasury functions, financial performance, and agreement management. This role offers a unique opportunity to be part of a finance organization while working directly with various airport tenants in a highly collaborative environment. You’ll join a team of experienced, professional, and genuinely fun colleagues who value strong relationships, clear communication, and smart, data-driven decision-making.

Requirements The Experience You Need to Have**:

• Three years of progressively responsible professional business experience, at least two years of which involve commercial or industrial asset management, property management, and/ or real estate development, or any equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.
• Graduation from an accredited four year college or university in business or public administration, finance, real estate, or a closely related field.

Preferred Education, Certification, and Licenses:

• Advanced degree such as a Master’s degree in business, public administration, finance, real estate, or a Juris Doctor (JD)
• Designation as a Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM), or Airport Certified Employee (ACE)
• Don’t meet every requirement? That’s okay. At San Diego International Airport, we value your unique experience and your willingness to learn. Some roles require specific qualifications or degrees, but others don’t—and we’re always open to individuals committed to growth and excellence. If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply. And if it’s not the right fit, we’ll keep you in mind for future opportunities. We may have the perfect spot for you to land

EEO Statement It is the policy of the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, SDCRAA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Physical & Mental Demands Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this class with reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis and depends, in part, on the specific requirements for the job, the limitations related to disability and the ability of the hiring department to accommodate the limitation. If you need any form of accommodation during the recruitment process, please inform the Talent Acquisition Partner (Recruiter).

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