Strategic Airport Property & Development Manager

City of Midland, Texas; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2:1 Retirement Plan with TMRS

Educational Tuition Assistance Program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Midland Municipal Employee Credit Unit

Competitive pay

Medical/Dental/Vision Plan

PTO accrual

Paid holidays

Job summary

City of Midland, Texas is seeking a seasoned Airport Property Manager to oversee leases, land use agreements, and development initiatives for Midland International Air & Space Port and Midland Airpark.

You will coordinate RFQs/RFPs, manage contracts, and ensure regulatory compliance with FAA requirements while supporting strategic growth and long-range planning. A related bachelor’s degree and 5–7 years of experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, Real Estate, Urban Planning, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field with 5–7 years of progressive airport management experience.

Responsibilities

• Administers airport leases, land use agreements, permits, and tenant contracts.
• Coordinates lease negotiations, amendments, renewals, and compliance monitoring.
• Maintains airport property records, easements, maps, and lease documentation.
• Coordinates RFQs, RFPs, consultant procurements, and contract administration activities.
• Assists with planning and implementation of airport property development initiatives.
• Coordinates with developers, tenants, consultants, engineers, architects, contractors, and economic development groups.
• Supports Airport Master Plan and capital development initiatives.
• Interacts with FAA regarding property use, land releases, and grant assurances.
• Reviews development projects for FAA compliance and operational needs.
• Prepares reports, agendas, presentations, and recommendations for Airport Board and City leadership.

Skills

Property management

Contract administration

Public procurement

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management or related field

Job description

City of Midland, Texas is seeking a seasoned Airport Property Manager to oversee leases, land use agreements, and development initiatives for Midland International Air & Space Port and Midland Airpark.

You will coordinate RFQs/RFPs, manage contracts, and ensure regulatory compliance with FAA requirements while supporting strategic growth and long-range planning. A related bachelor’s degree and 5–7 years of experience are required.