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Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority · 9 hours ago

Manager of Engineering & Construction

Reno, NV

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$121K/yr - $151K/yr

5+ years exp

The Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority is seeking a Manager of Engineering & Construction to lead a diverse group of professionals in overseeing complex capital projects at two airports. This leadership role involves managing the Engineering & Construction Department, mentoring team members, and ensuring project delivery excellence while collaborating with various stakeholders.

Airlines/Aviation

Hiring Manager

Sheila Kovacs

Responsibilities

Manage the Engineering & Construction Department consisting of a diverse group of engineers, architects, construction managers, facility managers, and technical staff to oversee the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and the FAA Airport Improvement Program (AIP)

Lead, mentor, and grow a team of professional engineers, architects, construction managers, facility managers, capital and grants coordinator, and other technical staff

Oversee end-to-end delivery of capital improvement projects for both airside and landside projects. Project delivery starts with concept and includes budgeting, design, construction, closeout, and operational handoff

Act as owner’s representative for complex and high-visibility airport projects

Oversee schedule, budget, and quality performance across multiple concurrent projects

Oversee the management and negotiation of professional services agreements and construction contracts, ensuring compliance with NRS and FAA requirements while optimizing cost and value

Partner with internal stakeholders including Operations, Maintenance, Finance, Purchasing, Planning & Environmental, and Commercial Business teams to align infrastructure investments with operational and business priorities

Oversee capital budgeting, cost forecasting, change management, and risk mitigation

Develop and maintain a 5-year capital improvement (CIP) program aligned with airport growth and strategic goals

Serve as a primary liaison with the FAA’s regional Airport District Office, City of Reno’s Building and Community Development departments, and the State of Nevada’s Labor Compliance Office and Public Works departments

Provide quarterly and yearly performance evaluations for department team members

Comply with DBE goals, participation, compliance, and reporting

Represent the RTAA through presentations to executive leaders, the Board of Trustees, community stakeholders, and industry organizations

Stay current on aviation infrastructure trends, delivery models, and best practices

Qualification

Capital project deliveryConstructionLeadership experienceFAA complianceBudget managementRisk mitigationContract administrationStakeholder influenceAviation infrastructureChange managementMentoringCollaborationCommunication skillsProblem-solvingTeam managementPresentation skills

Required

Proven leadership experience managing, supervising, and mentoring a diverse team

Experience with engineering and construction programs in the fields of aviation, roadways, utilities, transportation, or public facilities

Strong background in capital project delivery, including oversight of design management, construction management, and contract administration

Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, influence stakeholders, and drive results in a highly collaborative environment

Sound business judgment with demonstrated success managing budgets, schedules, and risk

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, architecture, or a closely related discipline

Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible professional experience in the fields of engineering or architecture

Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible experience in management of capital improvement projects

Minimum 2 years in a management or leadership role

Current professional engineer (PE) or architect license/registration, with the requirement to be licensed in the State of Nevada within 1-year of start of job position

Valid Driver's License and ability to obtain an Airport SIDA badge