Being part of Air Canada is to become part of an iconic Canadian symbol, recently ranked the best Airline in North America. Let your career take flight by joining our diverse and vibrant team at the leading edge of passenger aviation.Drive and implement Air Canada’s vision to achieve its commercial goals in relation to space, airport requirements and airport development, to ensure superior customer service handling, including financial and relationship management with key stakeholders.
Position will be assigned responsibility for airports at Air Canada destinations whether within Canada, the US or International based on the following:Airport size, complexity, and strategic importanceOpportunity to reduce operating costsContribute to enabling AC’s strategic visionAirport Authority initiated projects
Responsibilities:Establish and lead internal multi-branch committees to develop overall airport strategies consolidating commercial, customer service and financial objectives - Network Planning, Legal, Corporate Safety, & Environment, Finance, Strategic Purchasing & AirportsEstablish strategic relationships with airport authorities and act as primary interface between airport authorities, internal AC (Air Canada) stakeholders and affiliates/CPA operators. Participation, evaluation, and management of airport/terminal redevelopment projects with an understanding of AC operations impact.When appropriate, conduct analysis on airport process using data sources from both internal and external sources and make recommendations.Negotiate licenses, leases (new and renewals), permits and operating agreements when required, with AAs and other 3rd party landlords.Rates & Charges oversight.Ongoing site visits to build relationships and evaluate, monitor and support the operations and redevelopment projects.Review/analyze airport development capital projects initiated by airport authorities Represent Air Canada on airport committees Prepare executive summaries and property estimates, AFC’s and NPV for internal fund approval purposes for all leases, operating agreements, and letters of credit.Formulate and evaluate strategies for real estate transactions using qualitative and quantitative criteria.Ensure the proper application and implementation of the negotiated terms and conditions of the agreements.Coordinate opening/suspending/resumption/closing of stations.Prepare and manage annual budgets for each station.Monitor and initiate discussions with AAs on rates and charges methodologies and airport development and, where appropriate, the application and use of PFF/AIF/ALO agreements.Support other Air Canada branches as required
QualificationsUniversity degree in Commerce, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or related field Airport operations & planning experience – Terminal, Airside, Cargo & Baggage 1- 3 years of relevant experience such as in leasing, real estate and/or contract negotiationsExperience in developing and analyzing financial data Strong presentation and negotiation skills, Ability to build relationships with internal customers, while maintaining ability to challenge requirements for expansion, relocation, or taking on new space, and ability to successfully drive cost reduction initiativesStrong and effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written Ability to be assertive while maintaining diplomacy and political awarenessAbility to work independently under pressure Strong team orientationAbility to prioritize multiple projects simultaneously, respect and meet deadlines, make decisions, and exercise sound judgment.Ability to formulate strategies and to put in place work plans to achieve resultsProficient in all Microsoft Office products with advanced MS Excel experienceMust be willing and able to travel frequentlyAirline experience an asset
Conditions of Employment:Candidates must be eligible to work in the country of interest, at the time any offer of employment is made and seeking any required work permits/visas or other authorizations which may be required is the sole responsibility of the candidates applying for this position.
Linguistic RequirementsBilingual (English and French)
Diversity and InclusionAir Canada is strongly committed to Diversity and Inclusion and aims to create a healthy, accessible and rewarding work environment which highlights employees’ unique contributions to our company’s success.
As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all to help us build a diverse workforce which reflects the diversity of our customers, and communities, in which we live and serve.Air Canada thanks all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected to continue in the process will be contacted.
