General Manager, Domestic Restoration

Number of positions available: 1

Status: Full-Time, Term - End Date: July 31, 2026   

Closing Date: November 20, 2024

OUR TEAM

We are more than just planes and tarmacs. Our purpose travels beyond our runway into the communities we serve. We are about connections, stories, and life-defining adventures. We are committed to fostering an environment where our people are rewarded through meaningful work experiences.

The Calgary Airport Authority manages and operates YYC Calgary International Airport and YBW Springbank Airport and collaborates with the many partners who make up YYC - from airlines to government agencies and retail outlets. This is an exciting time to join our #YYCCrew and drive YYC forward as one of Canada's best airports!

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Working closely with many internal and external stakeholders, our Domestic Restoration team will deliver the restoration of the Domestic Terminal Building, following a significant weather event that occurred earlier in 2024. If you are passionate about construction and thrive in a fast-paced environment, then you will fit right in with this group.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Manage and coordinate planning, design, construction, installation, testing, commissioning and turn-over activities to successfully complete the hail restoration projects at the Calgary Airport. 
• Provide leadership, direction and support to the team:
• Plan, staff and direct work activities, distributing work assignments to team.
• Provide mentorship and coaching to Project Managers, Project Coordinators and supporting staff.
• Responsible for negotiations with contractors or consultants.
• Directs the preparation of studies simulations, contract documents/ drawings, specifications, schedules and cost estimates.
• Managing the activities of all project phases by coordinating a multitude of tasks and personnel while delivering completed projects in a fiscally responsible and timely manner.
• Managing annual program budgets, cash flows and approving progress payments in accordance with work performed.
• Maintain highest standards of quality assurance and is responsible for managing risk and preparing alternate plans or value engineering proposals as required.
• Act as The Authority’s main project representative with regulatory agencies, contractors, consultants, suppliers and third-party inspectors for the hail restoration project.
• As required, function as a “Project Manager” for defined initiatives, transitions or additional support.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Post-secondary degree in engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field.

• Professional designation such as P. Eng., PMP. P.L Eng or AAA is required.
• 8 to 12 years’ experience in engineering or project management. Proven experience in airport construction is considered an asset.
• Proven experience in project management, including PM methodology, financial budgeting & forecasting, contracting, documentation, communication and other day to day project management activities.

• Strong leadership skills demonstrated through previous supervisory and people management experience.
• Strong knowledge of building construction processes with experience working in brown field projects.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to deal with a wide variety of stakeholders.
• Business-oriented mindset with strong judgment and strategic thinking.
• Ability to work and manage under pressure and respond to critical and/or changing priorities throughout the day.
• Strategic Management skills inclusive of planning, financial management, analysis, business development and risk analysis are required.
• Ability to successfully deliver multiple, high dollar value, projects/initiatives with competing priorities. Experience in projects with $25M+ budget.
• Must be able to meet and maintain the requirements of a Safety Sensitive position, this includes pre-employment medical assessment and Drug & Alcohol testing.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Restricted Area Identification Card (RAIC).

Our Values:

We are ACCOUNTABLE. We take ownership and step up to get the job done.

We are CUSTOMER-FOCUSED. We consider the customer in all that we do.

We are COLLABORATIVE. We are stronger when we reach out and work as a team.

We are RESILIENT.  We are able to withstand or recover quickly from difficult conditions.

We are CREATIVE. We strive to find new and better ways of doing things.

Are you looking for the journey of a lifetime? One that’s focused on creating effortless and memorable experiences for millions of guests and travelers each year. Click the apply button for your chance to learn how you can be a part of one of Alberta’s Top Employers.

The Calgary Airport Authority is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply including women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community, and others who may contribute to organizational diversification of ideas.