Project Manager, Airport Development

Job Description

The Project Manager of Airport Development will, under direction from Senior Project Manager, initiate, schedule, and implement a broad range of aviation related projects and programs outlined in the MAC Capital Improvement Program (CIP), with an initial focus on building infrastructure projects. The position is responsible for the implementation of, and the cost/budgeting accountability for, assigned Commission-approved development projects at the Minneapolis - St. Paul International Airport (MSP) and the Reliever Airports. Technical responsibilities include working directly with architectural, engineering, and construction management consultants and overseeing the development of design studies, project plans, specifications, and reports pertaining to CIP projects. In addition, this position will work closely with other MAC departments, municipalities, airport tenants and other governmental jurisdictions as required. Other responsibilities will include directing consultants in the preparation of feasibility studies, preliminary reports, and phasing plans to establish costs, priorities and timing for projects in the CIP.
This is a safety-sensitive position which will require a pre-employment drug screen.
To apply: click the "Apply" link located just above the position description, log-in and follow the instructions provided.Questions regarding this position can be directed to Randa Hamid at randa.hamid@mspmac.org or 612-713-8726. Applications will be accepted until 3:00 PM Thursday, November 05, 2026.About the Metropolitan Airports Commission
The Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) owns and operates one of the nation's largest airport systems, including Minneapolis-St Paul International (MSP) and six general aviation airports. The MAC's airports connect the region to the world and showcase Minnesota's extraordinary culture to millions of passengers from around the globe who arrive or depart through MAC airports each year.

MAC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If an accommodation is required for you to participate in the application process because of a disability, please contact Tekia Jefferson at 612-726-8196 or Tekia.Jefferson@mspmac.org.MAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, age, nationality, or disability.RELATIONSHIPS
Reporting Relationship - Reports to the Senior Project Manager, Airport Development.
Department Direction - No direct reports.
Internal Business - Contact and interaction with MAC staff members, executive staff and MAC commissioners.
External Business - Frequent contact with the traveling public, airport tenants, airport volunteers and airline representatives. Frequent contact with consulting firms, directing their activities. Occasional contact with FAA, MnDOT, local units of government, and airport neighbors.
JOB DUTIES
Project Administration

• Integrate MAC's mission, vision, values and strategic goals into all areas of responsibility.

• Develop and implement assigned airport development CIP projects: Define project teams, stakeholders, scopes, budgets and schedules. Ensure all projects are managed within budget.

• Direct and review preparation of plans and specifications for assigned CIP projects to ensure compliance with MAC Design and Construction Standards, public safety and sound engineering and construction practices.

• Direct consultants in the preparation of feasibility studies and preliminary reports to establish costs, priorities and timing for projects in the CIP. Coordinate plan and specification preparation with appropriate regulatory agencies, city, state and FAA criteria, rules and standards.

• Create presentations and hold project team meetings with stakeholders, MAC staff, owners, tenants and consultants to review projects and keep them updated and informed as the project moves through design and construction phases.

• Manage the construction of assigned CIP projects to assure compliance with plans and specifications, completion dates, budgets and workmanship.

• Review and approve consultant invoices, contractor pay estimates, certificates of substantial completion, project change orders, and purchase order requisitions.

• Assist, as necessary, in dispute resolutions between MAC and contractors.

• Assist with troubleshooting problems, discrepancies and investigations of nonconformance.

• Demonstrate creativity, foresight and mature judgment in anticipating and solving project problems.

• Maintain a general understanding of all active projects at MSP and Reliever projects.

• Serve as a technical specialist for various assignments and tasks relating to, but not limited to, airport and aviation facilities.

• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and other construction and building specialists to resolve problems or emergencies.

• Provide expertise to ensure the optimum usage and maximum service life of MAC infrastructure, facilities, and pavements.

• Remain current on trends in airport construction and the aviation industry.

• Prepare staff reports and project specific memoranda as necessary for the Assistant Director, Director or Commission agenda packets.

Departmental

• Participate as a member of the Airport Development team to ensure construction issues, plans and programs are incorporated into the decision making process.

• Participate in the preparation of the MAC annual CIP and its project solicitation process.

• Recommend capital improvement needs to the Airport Development Assistant Director and/or Director.

• Conduct constructability reviews or assist in the design/planning/review of architectural or civil engineering completed by airport tenants or other agencies that have potential impacts to MAC airports.

• Provide technical expertise and staff assistance as requested.

• Provide effective credible representation of the department's activities to the general public, airport users, airport tenants, consultants, contractors, and when necessary, the committee structure of the Commission and Commission.

• Participate in the selection of consultants for Airport Development work in accordance with the Commission's Consultants' Selection and Use Policy, including preparation and/or review of requests for qualification statements from interested consulting firms, participate in the review of qualification statements and interviews, and make recommendations to the Airport Development Director, Project Delivery. Assist with the negotiation of project work scopes and fee proposals.

• Participate in the Airport Development continuing consultant annual performance reviews.

Senior Level Individual Contributor (SRIC) Competencies

• Customer Focus - Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions

• Manages Complexity - Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems

• Decision Quality - Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward

• Resourcefulness - Securing and deploying resources effectively and efficiently

• Ensures Accountability - Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances

• Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives

• Values Differences - Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization

• Communicates Effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of unique needs of different audiences

• Persuades - Using compelling arguments to gain the support and commitment of others

• Courage - Stepping up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said

• Instills Trust - Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity

• Being Resilient - Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Civil Engineering or a related field

• Four years of progressively responsible experience in the design and management of construction projects that may have included building facilities, pavement or roadway, utilities/infrastructure, coordinating design standards while ensuring compliance with plans and specifications, completion dates, budgets and workmanship

• In lieu of a bachelor's degree, an associate degree in one of the listed fields and eight years of experience in the design and management of construction projects

• Intermediate skill level using Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel

• Experience managing contracted architects, engineers or other construction industry consultants

• Experience working with building officials and/or permitting and code requirements

• Valid state driver's license and a reliable vehicle to commute between work sites

Desirable Requirements

• Minnesota registered/licensed architect or professional engineer

• Experience with mechanical, electrical, or fire protection systems/disciplines for buildings, structures, or terminal buildings

• Site and/or civil design of building sites

• Airport project experience at a medium or large hub airport

• Experience collaborating with Information Technologies (IT) staff and integrating IT solutions into facilities projects

• Large or complex project planning and construction experience

• Experience developing annual capital improvement projects and programming

• Experience managing or designing building systems, land/site development engineering, water or wastewater systems, underground utilities, storm water management and/or drainage systems design/analysis/modeling.

• Experience with sustainable building practices

• Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, SharePoint, Submittal Exchange, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Procore, Oracle Prime, JD Edwards or other construction management tools

• Familiarity with the National Incident Management System and emergency preparedness/ response training

This position provides an opportunity for on-site and remote work. MAC's remote work policy requires employees to be on-site three days of the week. Among the three on-site days, one of them must be either a Monday or a Friday.