Aviation Maintenance Facilities Services Program Manager bei Port of Seattle

Salary offers will be made within the posted range. Placement within the range will be determined based on your similar work experience. The Port considers work experience to be similar if the scope and level of responsibility of your prior positions match the job being offered.

As an Aviation Maintenance Facilities Services Program Manager, you will manage commission-directed initiatives, public health and safety programs related to Facilities Services (FS), and contracts supporting Internet of Things (IoT) Smart Facilities solutions at the airport. You will also lead a team of professionals to plan, develop, and execute airport-wide capital programs and FS capital projects with a focus on implementing innovative IoT Smart Facilities technologies.

• You will identify technical, operational, and regulatory requirements for programs and projects, evaluate risks, and develop accurate budgets aligned with division objectives and departmental goals.
• You will manage current Facilities Services (FS) programs by conducting site audits, submitting work orders, and collaborating on standard updates to maintain program effectiveness and compliance.
• You will maintain conformance with AV Facilities & Infrastructure (F&I) architectural standards and coordinate with AV F&I and Port Engineering to develop and improve existing standards.
• You will partner with contractors to collect and analyze data, establish KPIs, benchmark performance, and share insights with internal and external stakeholders.
• You will evaluate contractor qualifications and proposals, negotiate for quality and value in coordination with CPO, and ensure contracts meet program needs.
• You will control inventory levels, submit purchase requests, and work with CPO to procure assets in alignment with Port procurement policies.
• You will prepare business cases, project justifications, and commission memos, advocate for project funding and approvals, and present projects to the Commission for authorization.
• You will serve as Maintenance Manager/Leader outside regular business hours when needed. 

• Experienced – You have five (5) years of experience in project management, contract management, and/or building facility management.
• Desired – We hope you have a bachelor’s degree in business or Facility Management. We hope you are a certified Project Management Professional (PMP), American Association of Airport Executives Certified Manager (CM) or Facility Management Professional (FMP). 
• Committed to Equity – You will apply equity and exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices in all aspects of the work.  At the Port of Seattle, equity is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all Port employees.
• Proficient – You have strong expertise in facilities planning and project management, including goal setting, concept development, cost estimating, design, and implementation. You understand Smart Facilities applications, contract and financial management, CPI, and sustainable airport operations, along with key design concerns and relevant engineering, architectural principles, and aviation regulations.
• Efficient Communicator – You possess excellent verbal, written, and technical writing skills. You effectively present business cases and complex information to diverse audiences.
• Leader – You have strong leadership and facilitation skills to align diverse stakeholders and influence cross-functional teams. You manage contracts, negotiate effectively, and address contractor performance issues with confidence.
• Decision-Maker – You independently solve problems and ask critical questions to guide decision-making. You communicate clearly with stakeholders and implement solutions aligned with organizational priorities and senior leadership.
• Technically Skilled – You have strong proficiency with key software tools including Bluebeam, Fulcrum, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Publisher, Visio, Tableau, and MS Project. You leverage these programs to support project planning, tracking, and reporting.

• Work Schedule – Your normal work schedule will be Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (40 hours per week). Slightly more flexible start and end times are available in this role. You may be required to work any and all assigned shifts, including weekends and holidays. You may be required to work during emergencies. This position is required to be on call and during major incidents or events that occur at the airport that can be time sensitive, critical, and volatile, e.g., snow events, crowd control and flight delays due to system down, protests, or cyber-attack, customer experience in terminal, etc. You may be called on to be onsite for a prolonged period working, i.e., 12-hr shifts, to serve in any capacity the situation requires including serving as Deputy Chair for AVM branch during Snow Events.
• Work Environment - This work will take place in a hybrid/in-office setting at Management’s discretion.
• Work Environment – This position requires visiting the ramp, curbside, parking garage, and airport outlying buildings to assess areas and manage current technology contractors or safety programs, where you may be exposed to areas of high noise and various hazardous materials.
• 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. If a position is eligible to telework, work performed while teleworking must be performed in Washington State.
• Safety Requirements – You will be required to comply with all work rules, safety, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements. 
• Security Requirements – As the successful candidate, you must pass a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) background check as well as a criminal history background check with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Your employment will be contingent upon obtaining a Port of Seattle ID badge upon clearance.

The Port of Seattle offers an extensive benefits package that rewards our staff for their valuable contributions towards the Port‘s mission. In addition to the summary below, benefit details for non-represented positions can be found on the Port of Seattle‘s website. If the position is represented by a union, please refer to the “Collective Bargaining Agreement” or contact the appropriate Union Representative for specific information related to benefits and eligibility.
 

• 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.

Every role at the Port of Seattle is vital to our thriving community. We are a leader in moving people and cargo across the country and around the world. With facilities and property ranging in scope from a half-acre park to one of the largest airports and container terminals on the West Coast, we maximize the public assets in our portfolio with an eye toward best uses and environmental sustainability. Find out more here.

Our vision is to create a Port that mirrors – throughout its breadth of operations and services and within its leadership – the diversity of our communities, instill principles of equity into its culture, and ensures a fair and intentional distribution of opportunities to expand economic develop and quality of life for all in our region. Find out more about how our values RAISE us up and our commitment to equity.