Project Manager - Airport Concessions

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Why work for Fraport?

Fraport USA is a wholly-owned U.S. subsidiary of Fraport AG, one of the largest airport operators worldwide, with airports in Germany, Greece, Peru, Brazil, India, Turkey, Slovenia, Bulgaria, China, and the USA. Fraport’s experience is the gold standard for customer-centric airport development, management and concession operation, with two of Fraport USA’s airports ranked in USA Today’s Top Ten Airports for Shopping for 2023. Fraport works closely with airport stakeholders to bring a unique, authentic sense of place to customers’ airport experiences with brilliant local food and beverage offerings, regional retail and service concessions and a host of other features that positively shape an airport encounter.

What is in it for you:

• Global opportunities to grow on four continents
• Paid Time Off
• Best in Class Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401K, Life Insurance
• Career Development training and coaching
• Bonus potential
• A creative, exciting work environment

Job Summary

The project manager for airport commercial programs is responsible for the tenant design and construction implementation coordinating the tenant build out schedules to ensure compliance with master leases obligation meeting deadlines and budget. Similarly, the oversight of the Fraport Capex program for mandatory capital expenditure is the responsibility of the project manager.

The project manager oversees and coordinates the implementation schedules in close coordination with the airport teams, particularly the tenant design/construction and leasing manager of the respective property.

Working of the contract terms and conditions agreed in the term sheets and tenant lease agreements, the project manager establishes the approach and program controls for the effective tracking of progress, identification of schedule and/or budget deviation, proposal of measures to resolve and return to critical path.

The project manager reports to the Director of Strategic Initiatives who head up the Project Management Office.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee multiple tenant construction projects simultaneously, ensuring alignment with master lease agreements
• Working with lease administration and MRI property management system maintaining all lease information in one place to facilitate tracking of adherence of tenant design and construction obligations and reporting
• Implement robust risk management framework including due diligence, protective provision and contingency planning. Identify, assess and mitigate risks associated with the implementation program
• Develop, manage and maintain detailed budgets for each property and tenant improvement project
• Establish and monitor construction timelines, synchronizing them with lease start dates and business operation schedules. Create and maintain interlocking schedules for multiple units and tracking interdependencies and progress
• Coordinate with leasing teams and tenant design/construction coordinators to align construction schedules with new tenant commercial program phasing plans and sublease obligations
• Manage relationships with tenants, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution
• Implement and oversee quality assurance processes to maintain construction standards and adhere to project timelines
• Ensure compliance with local zoning laws, building codes, and obtain necessary permits for all projects
• Produce accurate and timely reporting on program status, including budget tracking and schedule updates

Requirements

This role requires a strategic thinker with strong organizational skills who can effectively manage complex programs across multiple properties while ensuring tenant satisfaction and adherence to budgets, schedules and master leases.

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Real Estate, or related field
• At least 5 years of experience in program management, with focus on commercial real estate or tenant improvement projects
• PMP or similar project management certification preferred
• Strong understanding of construction processes and scheduling techniques
• Excellent financial acumen and experience managing complex program budgets
• Strong understanding of master lease structures and property management principles
• Excellent knowledge of project management software and tools
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple high-value projects simultaneously
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and motivate cross-functional teams
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Proficiency in financial management and budget control
• Knowledge of relevant building codes, regulations, and industry standards

Licenses & Certifications

• Driver’s License may be required and must be maintained.

Physical Demands

• Moving from one work location to another, including within a large airport terminal.
• Sitting or standing at a workstation for extended periods of time.
• May involve lifting objects weighing up to 15 pounds.
• Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Work Location

• Pittsburgh Office
• Percent remote: 0
• Work may require travel to USA airport locations, conferences, meetings, etc.

Core Work Schedule

• Core work schedule is Monday – Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm; however, workload and client demands may necessitate additional and/or alternate hours to include evenings, early morning, and weekends.

General

• This job description is based on the organizational structure of Fraport USA. Review of this job description is completed minimally annually, or more frequently when need arises due to structural change, changes in criteria, or changes in responsibilities.
• Fraport USA is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment selection nor continuance practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, or military service.
• Your employment with Fraport USA is subject to the terms and conditions of your employment agreement. Nothing in this job description or any other policy of Fraport USA shall be interpreted to be in conflict with or modify your employment agreement in any way.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. Forty percent of our program is represented by Airport Concession Disadvantaged Business Enterprises and our innovative Launchpad accelerator provides financial and technical support to local minority and woman owned businesses.

Don't meet every requirement?

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs if they don’t meet every single qualification. As a DEI employer, we recognize that talent is not always related to job history and skills come from valuable experiences that aren’t always shown on a resume. If you are excited to make a positive change, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for our organization, whether it be this role or another.