Director of Facilities and Construction

Salina (KS) Airport Authority is hiring a key management position responsible for existing and future airfield, hangar and building improvements at the Salina Regional Airport and Airport Industrial Center. Under the supervision of the executive director, the facilities and construction director is responsible for managing the development and construction phases on projects including both pavement & facilities. The facilities and construction director will have a high skill level utilizing AutoCAD and working with building and pavement construction plans and drawings. In this capacity, the facilities and construction director will coordinate projects and maintain effective working relationships with tenants, co-workers, the public, contractors, and regulatory agencies. The position will work closely with the manager of operations that oversees a staff of ten maintenance, ARFF, and operations personnel and the director of administration and finance that handles tenant lease agreements, project budgets, financing, and contract administration.

Applicant must have Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in civil engineering, construction management, airport management or related field.  Experience in the above fields will also be considered in lieu of a degree.  3-5 years progressively responsible airport and/or engineering experience.  Considerable knowledge of FAA AIP construction policies and procedures.  Ability to communicate information and ideas in writing and through oral expression so others will understand.  Must be self-motivated and possess the ability to work with a great deal of autonomy.  Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Excel a must.  Knowledge and/or ability to use Windows based personal computers using program applications such as Microsoft Word, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint and OneNote.

The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package including 100% paid health and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, paid vacation, holidays and sick time, relocation assistance, Kansas Public Retirement System pension program, health club wellness allowance, and employee funded pre-tax programs including IRS-457 deferred compensation, Cafeteria/Flex Plans and AFLAC.  Send resume via email to wings@salair.org by September 23, 2021. A full invitation to apply and job description is online at https://www.salinaairport.com/media/36658/director-of-facilities-and-construction-package.pdf.