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City of Portland - Airport Deputy Director, Engineering And Facilities
Aviation & Transportation Department - Portland International Jetport
About the Portland International Jetport:
The Portland International Jetport (PWM) is owned and operated by the City of Portland, Maine. The largest and busiest in the state, PWM is a small hub airport, serviced by nine air carriers. In 2025, the Jetport set an all-time record with 2.5 million passengers traveling through our airport. Learn more about PWM by visiting our website.
The Portland International Jetport (PWM), is seeking an ambitious Airport Deputy Director of Engineering and Facilities to oversee the work and team members of the Project Engineering, IT, and Facilities divisions of Maine's busiest Airport.
Why You'll Love This Opportunity:
- Make a Difference: Drive innovation, optimize processes, and build a strong team culture by mentoring a team of aviation professionals.
- Core Values: Be part of the PWM leadership team that champions Safety, Service, Teamwork, and Trust.
- Grow with Us: Leverage your industry knowledge and operational excellence to shape the future of our airport and impact thousands of travelers.
Duties & Responsibilities:
As PWM's Airport Deputy Director of Engineering and Facilities, you will be directly involved in overseeing the planning, design, maintenance, and repair of the Portland International Jetport's Airport facilities and airfield, including buildings, roadways, signage, aprons, taxiways, runways, and grounds. Your duties will be strategic, managerial, and administrative in nature, related to the planning, assessment, and implementation of capital projects, upgrades, facilities repair and maintenance needs.This is a senior management position, of significant influence as a member of the Jetport's senior leadership team, reporting directly to PWM's Airport Director.
Special Position requirements include:
- Licensed as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Architect by the State of Maine
- Ability to pass all required background investigations including TSA Criminal Background clearance (TSR Part 1542) to obtain an airport security badge
- Able to maintain a valid Class C Maine Driver's License.
- Hold a Maine driver's license and have and maintain a good driving record.
Additional requirements include:
- Graduation from a four-year college or university with specialization in an engineering or architectural discipline.
- 5+ years of experience managing commercial facilities, design, and teams of construction and engineering professionals.
- Experience specifying, installing, operating, and maintaining electrical and mechanical systems for a large industrial facility.
- Experience in commercial construction project management.
- Working knowledge of computers and industry standard software with proficiency in AutoCAD, GSuite, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Project, and Microsoft Word software.
- Minimum five years experience managing, planning, and supervising the work of design professionals, contractors, and in-house facilities and technical engineering staff.
- Able to develop and implement inventory control and energy conservation systems.
- Ability to work independently, take initiative, and be self-motivated.
- Thorough knowledge of construction and building related sciences.
- Knowledge of applicable building, fire, electrical and plumbing codes.
- Advanced knowledge of HVAC, electrical and computer-based energy management systems.
- Knowledge of airport operations, best practices and standard procedures including security, FAA compliance, and emergency response.
- Able to produce strong professional references from previous employers.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with staff, vendors, and contractors.
- Ability to respond proactively to departmental project needs, which at times may require a flexible work schedule.
- Successful completion of Access Investigation in accordance with Federal Security Requirements 49 CFR Part 1542.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience in large commercial or industrial facilities management
- Prior leadership of union workers and understanding of collective bargaining agreements
- Prior airport facilities experience
Expected Hours/Schedule:
This is a 37.5 hour/week full time position, Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm.
Applications accepted until October 30, 2026
Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory criminal and driving background check.
Salary & Benefits:
This is a non-union salaried position, Grade D62, with a starting pay range of $99,111 - $125,578 per year, based on relevant years of experience.
For more information about compensation with the City of Portland, please refer to the City's policies and non-union pay plan
The City of Portland prides itself on its outstanding benefits and collegial and mission-driven work environment.
City benefits include:
- Free employee health insurance with the completion of wellness incentives
- Thirteen paid holidays
- Sick, vacation, and personal leave
- Life, dental, vision and income protection insurances
- Choice of retirement plans, including a pension plan
- Use of City recreation facilities
- Fitness Reimbursement
- Discount on professional development programs through USM and Thomas College
If you have any questions or need assistance with the application, please email Human Resources at jobs@portlandmaine.gov or call 207-874-8624.
The City of Portland believes that to do our best work, our employees need to reflect the diverse, vibrant community we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation, please call 207-874-8624 or email hrinfo@portlandmaine.gov.
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