General Manager, ATB Redevelopment Program

Status: Full-Time, 4 Year Term (February 2026 – February 2030), Non-unionized (exempt)

Work environment: Hybrid (3 days in office, 2 days WFH)

Number of positions available: 1

Closing Date: January 30, 2026

WHY CALGARY AIRPORTS

Powered by heart and dedicated to excellence, we’re the team that keeps Calgary connected – and you could be our newest member.

We’re in the business of uplifting people, and every day, we create runways to new places and possibilities, building a better airport experience for everyone.

WHAT’S THE TEAM LIKE

The Infrastructure Team is a dynamic and collaborative team responsible for designing and building everything at both Calgary International and Springbank Airports. We take pride in delivering high-quality projects that shape the airport experience, and we do it in a fast-paced, engaging environment. While we’re serious about our work, we also know how to have fun.  We have a social, supportive team where collaboration and camaraderie are key.

WHAT ARE SOME OF THE RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Lead and coordinate all phases of airport terminal redevelopment projects including planning, design, construction, testing, commissioning and turnover.
• Collaborate across Infrastructure leadership team to align medium- and long-term planning with organizational strategy.
• Negotiate with contractors and consultants and oversee development of contracts, specifications, studies, simulations, schedules, and cost estimates to ensure compliance and value delivery.
• Direct project execution to ensure delivery on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Manage annual program budgets and cash flows, approving progress payments as required.
• Maintain high standards of quality assurance, risk management, and value engineering.
• Serve as Calgary Airports’ primary representative with regulatory agencies, consultants, contractors, suppliers, and third-party inspectors, ensuring compliance and stakeholder alignment.

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO BRING

• You’ll need to be eligible to obtain and maintain a RAIC, don’t worry – we’ll help you through this! For more details, check out: RAIC Program and Application Information
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Project Management, Business Administration, or related field is required. Relevant professional experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.
•  8–10 years of experience in engineering or project management with large, complex, construction projects.
• Minimum 3–5 years of people leadership experience is required.
• Professional designation such as PMP, P.Eng, AAA, or P.Tech  required.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver multiple high-value projects with competing priorities.
• Proven track record of success in business planning, work planning, operational management and execution of strategic initiatives.
• As this position is considered safety-sensitive, candidates must successfully complete pre-employment drug and alcohol testing as part of the hiring process.
• This role includes driving as part of its duties; therefore, candidates will be required to provide a valid Class 5 driver’s license and a current driver’s abstract as part of the hiring process.

WHAT ADDITIONAL SKILLS ARE AN ASSET

• Graduate education (master’s degree, MBA, MPA etc.)
• Certifications in Lean Six Sigma, Change Management, or People Leadership
• Bilingual in English and French

WHAT DOES DIVERSITY MEAN TO US

We are committed to building a team where exceptional leadership shines and our crew thrives both at work and at home. We believe that deliberate steps such as creating a workplace that is physically and psychologically safe, equitable to all, and actively and diligently taking steps along the path to reconciliation are the keys to making this a reality.

OUR VALUES

We prioritize genuine concern and compassion for everyone we engage with, from our team members to our partners and guests, always striving to help and support one another.

We actively seek diverse perspectives in our decision-making and collaboratively tackle challenges.

We work together with trust and transparency, supporting one another to achieve the collective goals of our organization.

We grow, evolve, and adapt with purpose, continually aligning our actions with our vision.

We embrace curiosity and boldly challenge the status quo, exploring new opportunities and taking thoughtful, responsible risks that drive purposeful innovation.