Senior Manager, Engineering & Construction

Lee County Port Authority; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Lee County Port Authority is seeking a Senior Manager, Engineering & Construction to lead complex airport projects at RSW and Page Field. You will keep programs on schedule, within budget, and fully coordinated across architecture, engineering and construction disciplines.

Reporting to the Director of Engineering and Construction, you will negotiate contracts, manage budgets, supervise staff and consultants, coordinate with regulators and tenants, and ensure compliance with all laws, codes and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, construction management/science or related field; minimum 10 years of experience in engineering, construction contract administration/management, program management, or equivalent.
• Must pass a comprehensive criminal background screening and drug test, and obtain/maintain SIDA badge prior to employment

Responsibilities

• Manage complex projects involving multi-disciplined architectural, engineering, and construction elements
• Ensure projects are on schedule, within budget and fully coordinated
• Lead design milestone meetings; pre-design, pre-bid and pre-construction conferences; construction progress meetings; completion meetings

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Contract negotiations

Stakeholder coordination

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, construction management/science or related field

Job description

Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) is an award-winning, medium-hub commercial service airport that served more than a record-breaking 11.1 million passengers in 2025 and is one of the top 50 airports in the United States for passenger traffic. Fifteen airlines serve RSW with nonstop service to more than 70 markets, including Canada and Germany. The economic impact of the airport is $8.3 billion annually to the Southwest Florida region and more than 60,000 jobs. Page Field (FMY), an FAA-designated reliever airport, provides services to general and business aviation and accommodated more than 160,000 aircraft operations in 2025. Base Operations at Page Field is an award-winning, fixed-based operator and has been recognized for its customer service and facilities.

Terminal Expansion projects are currently underway at RSW to improve the airport travel experience by consolidating the security checkpoints, adding concession space and providing passengers more amenities and options. In addition, a new Concourse E is being constructed with 14 gates, as well as other terminal, landside and airside improvements.

The Position

The Senior Manager, Engineering & Construction is a senior position reporting to the Director of Engineering and Construction. This position is responsible for coordinating complex engineering and construction projects for the Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) and/or Page Field General Aviation Airport (FMY). The primary role of this individual is to keep projects on schedule, under budget and fully coordinated. This position requires significant experience leading large-scale, multi-disciplined projects involving architectural, engineering, and construction elements.

The anticipated annual starting salary for the ideal candidate is $130,000 - $140,000

Minimum Requirements

• A valid Florida driver's license within 30 days of hire
• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in engineering, architecture, construction management/science or related field and a minimum of 10 years' experience in engineering, construction contract administration/management, program management, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience, including work with increasingly demanding management responsibility, on large government, public works or airport improvement projects,
• Must successfully pass a comprehensive criminal background screening and drug test, and meet all requirements to obtain and maintain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge prior to employment

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification as a Professional Engineer (PE), Architect, Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Program Management Professional (PgMP) or equivalent
• Experience with aviation-related projects, including Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), and Transportation Security Administration (TSA) coordination

Key Responsibilities

• Manage complex projects involving multi-disciplined architectural, engineering, and construction elements
• Ensure projects are on schedule, within budget and fully coordinated
• Participate in construction contractor and consultant contract negotiations; design milestone meetings; pre design, pre-bid and pre-construction conferences; construction progress meetings; substantial and final completion meetings; and any other meetings as required to advance the necessary progression of development projects
• Coordinate extensively with Port Authority divisions, regulatory agencies, consultants, contractors, tenants, and stakeholders
• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, reports, and construction documents; prepares justification statements, cost estimates, and scopes of work
• Prepare, negotiate, and implement professional service agreements and contracts for design, construction administration, and construction management
• Oversee contract compliance, quality assurance, and quality control procedures to ensure project excellence
• Provide supervision, guidance, and performance evaluation of subordinate staff and consultants
• Represent the Port Authority in design, bid, pre-construction, and construction progress meetings
• Provide recommendations to the Department Director regarding personnel, process improvements, and resource allocation
• Ensure projects comply with applicable laws, codes, regulations, and environmental requirements
• Contribute to maintaining positive morale and effective communication within the department/division

Why Work Here?

• Join a dynamic team, experience diverse challenges, new opportunities and be an integral part of the global aviation community
• Cutting-Edge Technology: Immerse yourself in the forefront of innovation, implementing state-of-the-art technologies that redefine airport infrastructure and enhance traveler experiences
• Career Advancement: Grow professionally with opportunities to advance your career in engineering, construction management and beyond, supported by hands-on experience in high-profile projects
• If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact in the world of aviation infrastructure, we invite you to apply for the position of senior manager. Join us and be part of a team that's shaping the future of global travel and connectivity in Southwest Florida