About US

Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) is an award-winning, medium-hub commercial service airport that served more than 10 million passengers in 2023 and is one of the top 50 airports in the United States for passenger traffic. Fifteen airlines serve RSW with nonstop service to 68 markets, including Canada and Germany. The economic impact of the airport is $8.3 billion annually to the Southwest Florida region and more than 60,000 jobs. Page Field (FMY), an FAA-designated reliever airport, provides services to general and business aviation and accommodated more than 203,000 aircraft operations in 2023, a new record. Base Operations at Page Field is an award-winning, fixed-based operator and has been recognized for its customer service and facilities.

A $331 million Terminal Expansion Project is currently underway at RSW to improve the airport travel experience by consolidating the security checkpoints, adding concession space and providing passengers more amenities and options. The Terminal Expansion Phase 2 Project will begin in fall 2024 and add Concourse E with 14 gates, expand the Chiller Plant Facility, as well as make other associated terminal, landside and airside improvements.

The Position

The senior manager of Capital Projects at the Lee County Port Authority oversees major capital projects at Southwest Florida International Airport and Page Field. The position reports to the department director of Engineering & Construction. The primary objective of the successful candidate is to ensure projects are on schedule, within budget and fully coordinated. This role requires significant amount of experience in the management of large capital projects involving multi-disciplined architectural, engineering, and construction elements that are budgeted in excess of $100M.

The anticipated annual starting salary for the ideal candidate is $117,000 - $132,000

Key Responsibilities

Support the director of Engineering & Construction and department by overseeing daily operations Manage diverse architectural, engineering and construction projects with a budgeted range in excess of $100M such as Terminal Expansion phases, rental car facilities, garage expansion, future second runway, etc. Coordinate with FAA, FDOT, TSA, airlines and consultants on major capital projects (in excess of $100M) Lead budgeting, scheduling and contract negotiation efforts for major capital projects (in excess of $100M) Ensure projects meet high standards Lead project teams, maintain regulatory compliance, and drive efficient project execution, fostering positive relationships and promoting departmental effectiveness Developing and maintaining relationships to promote successful project completion Understanding and interpreting project scope and intent on major capital projects (in excess of $100M) Managing project-related issues independently Coordinating with others to solicit expertise and needs for specific project elements Ensuring high-quality outcomes from professional consultants and contractors Minimum Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in engineering, architecture, construction management/science or related field A minimum of 10 years’ experience in engineering, construction contract administration/management, program management, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience, including work with increasingly demanding management responsibility, on large government, public works or airport improvement projects A professional engineering license in the state of Florida or the ability to obtain one within one year is desired. Possession of a valid Florida driver’s license required