Port of Seattle · 5 hours ago
Manager, Aviation Facilities & Infrastructure - Assets
The Port of Seattle is a leader in moving people and cargo across the country and around the world. As a Manager of Aviation Facilities & Infrastructure - Assets, you will lead and manage staff to develop and implement comprehensive plans for aviation infrastructure, ensuring compliance with operational, regulatory, and stakeholder requirements.
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Responsibilities
Lead and manage staff and develop and implement comprehensive plan for aviation infrastructure to support operational, regulatory, and stakeholder requirements
Serve as the subject matter expert for infrastructure and system assets and be the primary point of contact with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies or districts
Develop and lead the asset management program for Facilities & Infrastructure assets and oversee staff responsible for conducting the annual inventory and verification for financial regulatory requirements
Develop requirements and perform asset infrastructure renewal and replacement program development and project management responsibilities for expense planning studies to support long-term vision
Provide directions and develop comprehensive enterprise asset program preventative maintenance programs for operations and maintenance of infrastructure and system assets to maintain aviation operations and maximize life cycle of systems
Partner with the Maintenance, Business, and Facilities departments to develop enterprise systems utilizing existing systems and data at the airport such as the computerized maintenance management system
Develop tools, structure, and reports for the airport to implement an asset enterprise system that holistically incorporates lifecycle decision making in maintaining, replacing, and operating its assets
Manage the development, maintenance, and governance of assets within aviation design guidelines and standards for facility and infrastructure
Provide oversight and evaluation for integration of new methods, technologies, programs or processes
Strategically initiate and sponsor capital programs, and coordinate with planning and capital development departments to ensure program schedule aligns with asset life cycle expectancy of systems and goals
Prepare and present projects to senior leadership as required
Manage staff workload to ensure that capital, tenant, and expense projects are supported
Advocate for design standards implementation on projects and provide final direction for project-specific design standards variance requests
Qualification
Required
Twelve (12) years of experience in infrastructure system planning, design, modeling, construction, and/or maintenance
Two (2) years of supervisory/lead/mentor experience including leading a project or process
A bachelor's degree in engineering/architecture may be substituted for four (4) years of experience
Must possess one of the following: Professional Engineering (PE) license, Registered Architect, International Facility Management Association (IFMA) Certified Facility Manager certification, Institute of Asset Management (IAM) Registered Asset Management Professional certification, or Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Ability to apply equity and exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices in all aspects of the work
Excellent problem-solving skills to develop original ideas, approaches and solutions to emergency situations and problems related to infrastructure systems assets
Ability to create a shared purpose, vision, or direction for the group or organization, and inspire others to work towards it
Excellent analytical and decision-making skills to assess, issue, and determine an optimal solution with available information
Ability to provide oversight and technical expertise to development of aviation programs and complex or unique infrastructure projects
Advanced skills of asset systems
Washington State Residency Requirement – Employees must establish a residence in Washington state within 30 days of their first day of employment and must maintain a residence in Washington State during their employment with the Port of Seattle
Must pass a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) background check as well as a criminal history background check with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
Must obtain a Port of Seattle ID badge upon clearance
Must obtain a U.S. Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) Customs Seal within 30 days of hire
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Business Administration or Accounting
Benefits
Healthcare – Medical, Dental, and Vision Care with options that work for you and your family.
Paid Vacation – Just about four weeks per year that increases with tenure to rest and rejuvenate.
Paid Sick Leave – At least one hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked.
Holidays – More than ten days per year to celebrate with family and friends away from work.
Pension/Retirement Plans – A pension and additional savings plans to prepare for your future after the Port.
Getting to Work – From subsidized parking and a low-cost public transit card to alternative work arrangements giving you an opportunity to work hybrid.
Parental Leave – Six weeks of paid leave to spend with new additions to your immediate family.
Development – From tuition reimbursement, training, stretch assignments and internal internships, we support a learning culture.
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion – The Port of Seattle values diversity as a source of innovation and strength. We are actively working across the organization to create a culture where all employees – regardless of race, gender, and other identities – succeed and reach their fullest potential.
Work-Life Balance – We provide the resources to help you create habits to be healthy and balanced.
Mission Driven – We are focused together in promoting economic opportunities and quality of life in the region by advancing trade, travel, commerce, and job creation in an equitable, accountable, and environmentally responsible manner.
Company
Port of Seattle
The Port of Seattle is a public agency that controls Seattle’s seaport and airport operations.
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