The Ottawa International Airport Authority (the “Authority”) manages, operates, maintains, and invests in the Ottawa International Airport (YOW) under a long-term lease with the federal government. In its mission to be a leader in providing quality, safe, secure, sustainable, and affordable air transportation services to the airport’s customers and communities, the Authority has received numerous operational, customer service, communications, and business development awards. It serves as a key driver of economic growth by generating approximately one-quarter of a billion dollars in taxes for the three levels of government and a direct economic impact on Canada’s Capital Region of $1.1 billion annually.
As the Authority continues along its journey of transformation and growth, it is seeking to fill the newly created position of Director, Major Projects.
Reporting to the Vice-President, Major Capital & Strategic Planning, the Director plays a leadership role in major project delivery and will help to shape and execute the strategic vision for managing major projects at the Airport Authority. To do so the Director coordinates the planning, design and construction of major development projects both in the main terminal and outside on the airport lands. This involves conceiving innovative strategies and methodologies to enhance the efficiency, effectiveness, and overall success of major project execution. This position will be focused on large scale projects, in collaboration with engineers, professional consultants and sponsors, from the determination of business needs to operational transfer and everything in between.
As an ideal candidate, you must be able to demonstrate highly developed communication and negotiation skills that will allow you to effectively engage with a diverse array of audiences, both internal and external. The Authority will depend on your outstanding project management expertise as you set priorities, develop schedules and milestones, and formulate and evaluate project plans. You are a proven self-starter who works well under pressure and can meet tight deadlines to achieve results in a highly team-oriented environment. You are highly valued for your collaborative nature, professionalism, tact, diplomacy, and ability to build positive working relationships in an environment where dynamism and ambiguity are the norm. Creative and solutions oriented, you consistently demonstrate exceptional analytical and decision-making skills that has resulted in a track record of process optimization, continuous improvement, and successful major project delivery, from their initial identification stages through to final project completion. You bring a bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field, preferably combined with at least 10 years of experience in a senior project management role. Direct management experience in airport construction projects and the aviation industry is a considerable asset, as is a PMP designation and the ability to communicate with proficiency in English and French.
To apply for this position, please visit: boyden.thriveapp.ly/job/2362. For more information, please contact Virginia Warren at [email protected] and state the title of the position in the subject line of your email.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those under consideration for the role will be contacted.