Manager of Engineering & Construction

The Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority (RTAA) is seeking a candidate with experience in engineering and construction management, to serve as the Manager of Engineering & Construction. Experience in an airport environment is preferred but not a requirement. The RTAA offers a positive, professional work environment that values teamwork, honesty, respect, recognition, integrity, innovation, versatility, and excellence. If this sounds like an environment in which you would THRIVE, the RTAA is a wonderful place to make a career!

Under general direction the Chief of Planning & Infrastructure, manage the engineering & construction department to administer engineering and construction activities for the Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority (RTAA). This includes, negotiating, managing, and executing airport construction project contracts and professional service contracts in compliance with State and federal laws, applicable rules and regulations, RTAA policies, and funding budgetary authority.

The Manager of Engineering and Construction classification exists to manage the two distinct program areas of engineering and construction. Responsibilities include coordination with the chief, program planning, design, construction, budgeting, contract pro­cure­ment, fiscal administration, construction management, quality assurance, and the direct supervision of personnel within assigned program areas. The nature of the position requires the ability to lead, motivate, develop, and manage a team of professional and technical personnel; sound independent judgment and discretion in determining optimal strategies for resource allocation to meet departmental goals and objectives; the ability to analyze problems and consequences, identify alternatives, and implement timely and effective solutions; the ability to effectively communicate technical and procedural requirements; and the ability to establish, maintain and foster effective working relationships. This position also requires significant coordination and communication with other departments within the organization (such as operations, finance, purchasing, commercial business development, etc.) and with the FAA Regional office, as direction and as appropriate.

The RTAA is the owner and operator of the Reno-Tahoe International (RNO) and Reno-Stead Airports. RNO has recovered from the pandemic and projects 4.7 million passengers in 2023. The RTAA functions like a small city with over 290 employees working in a variety of functions, including Police, Fire, Human Resources, Accounting, Planning, Engineering, Operations, and Marketing.  

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

• Direct, manage, and coordinate the work plan for RTAA engineering and construction services and activities, including, the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and the Airport Improvement Program (AIP) grant process.

• Monitor and evaluate engineering and construction programs for grant eligible projects under the Airport Improvement Program (AIP) grant process, and ensure they are properly executed by conducting design, review, and project control procedures.

• Review and evaluate work methods and procedures, work programs, policy recommendations, and special reports.

• Monitor and evaluate engineering and construction projects to ensure that projects are economical, well documented and meet applicable regulations, codes, and standards.

• Ensure that project schedules are maintained.

• Execute cost tracking procedures to ensure that approved budgets are maintained, and potential overrun is noted and corrected expediently. Approve all invoices and change orders processed through Engineering and Construction.

• Supervise, plan, coordinate, and assign projects and areas of program responsibility and monitor progress.

• Plan, coordinate and provide training to staff to ensure that all staff members are properly prepared to carry out assigned functions.

• Evaluate the performance of staff, providing regular feedback regarding quality and quantity of work performed. Provide employees with the guidance and direction needed to correct deficiencies and work with employees to help improve individual and operational productivity. Maintain a positive and supportive culture and hold employees to RTAA standards and policies.

• Assist Planning and Environmental Services and other RTAA departments regarding project estimates, construction feasibility operations, maintenance, and priorities.

• Coordinate close with Maintenance with project development and design to ensure effective systems and operations are maintained throughout planning and bidding.

• Develop and administer an annual budget by forecasting funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, supplies, training seminars, planning & programming of project scopes.

• Monitor and approve expenditures. Prepare and implement budgetary adjustments, as necessary during the fiscal year.

• Develop and maintain a 5-year internal RTAA Capital Improvement Plan.

• Recommend selection of appropriate architectural, engineering, construction management, program management, inspection, and testing services in a thoroughly documented manner.

• Direct the preparation of Professional Services Agreements, for the preparation of plans and technical specifications for construction bid documents; recommend contract awards; and ensure compliance with contract terms and conditions.

• Negotiate and resolve sensitive, significant, and controversial issues relating to engineering and construction issues.

• Assist in contract development and bidding with Purchasing Department.

• Assist in development of DBE goals. Monitor DBE performance.

• Assist in Good Faith Effort documentation as necessary.

• Represent Engineering and Construction to other departments/divisions, appointed and elect-ed officials (including the Board of Trustees and other airport committees), outside agencies and community groups; interpret and explain engineering and construction programs, projects, policies and activities; serve as the RTAA representative on local, regional and/or national organizations regarding engineering and construction technical issues.

• Keep informed of new trends and innovations in the field of airport engineering and construction issues by participating in professional group associations, boards, committees, commissions, and related conferences.

• Screen, interview, and select new employees in accordance with established policies, procedures, and guidelines.

• This position may be deemed to be essential personnel as part of RTAA’s Emergency Response Team and may be required to respond to airport incidents as requested/required.

Entry Salary: $105,683 - $133,161 annually, with opportunity for additional merit-based increases up to a range maximum of $160,639 annually. Initial salary placement will be based upon experience and qualifications. This is a management at-will position, which is salaried and is exempt from overtime.

Benefits: The RTAA offers a competitive wage and benefit package and provides a high-quality work-life balance. Employee benefits include 100% employer paid contributions to the Nevada PERS retirement program; 100% employer paid health insurance for the employee; paid vacation and sick leave; 14-paid holidays per year; and tuition reimbursement - just to name a few!

Minimum Qualifications: 

Required Education: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering, Architecture or a closely related Engineering (Electrical, Structural and/or Mechanical) discipline; OR current registration as a Professional Engineer and/or Architect. An equivalent combination of directly related experience may be substituted on a year for year basis. 

Required Experience: Five (5) years of full-time professional experience in engineering, architecture, public works, and/or construction project management, which includes two (2) years of management and supervisory experience; or Five (5) years of full-time, progressively responsible, professional experience in the management of a program/project area, within the Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority and documented professional development in supervisory and/or leadership skills.

Preferred Experience: Strong engineering and construction management experience in an airport environment.

Required Licensing: A valid driver's license is required at the time of application. Incumbents must be able to obtain valid Certification of Registration as a Professional Engineer and/or Architect in the State of Nevada within one (1) year of date of hire and as a condition of continuing employment.

HOW TO APPLY:

A fully completed official online RTAA Employment Application must be received by May 31, 2024. Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Recruitment will close without notice when enough applications are received, or a hiring decision has been made. For more information about this opportunity and to apply, visit: https://renoairport.breezy.hr.

The RTAA Employment Application is the primary screening tool to determine an applicant’s qualifications. A resume may be submitted in addition to, but not in lieu of, completing the RTAA Employment Application. While you may submit a resume, it is supplemental and will not be used to determine whether or not you have met the minimum qualifications. All work experience, education, training and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included on your RTAA Employment Application.

Questions about the application, recruitment, and/or selection process, the physical demands of the position, or requests for a reasonable accommodation, should be addressed to the RTAA People Operations Office at (775) 328-6450.

The Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.