Director, Planning, Development and Infrastructure
Top Benefits
About the role
Position Details
Posting Information
Posting Number
CK53879P
Position Title
Director, Planning, Development and Infrastructure
No. of Staff Required
1
Position Type
FT
If Term position, enter length of Term in months
Position Groups
Management and Exempt
Division
Airport (DV105)
Department
Airport (DP105)
Department Name
Infrastructure
Branch
Airport (BR 105)
Organizational Information
Purpose of your Position - Non Union
The Director, Planning, Development and Infrastructure leads, directs and oversees all aspects of Kelowna International Airport’s (“YLW”) capital improvement program ensuring that airport infrastructure, facilities and systems comply with regulatory requirements and meet the current and future requirements of airport passengers, airlines, systems and services. The incumbent is accountable for the oversight of a multimillion-dollar annual capital and operations budget, and the successful implementation of numerous infrastructure and facilities projects each year. The incumbent works in close collaboration with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), members of the senior leadership team and a wide network of internal and external contacts and partners. The
incumbent leads a multidisciplinary team of employees.
Classification Summary - Union
Duties - Union
Results and Activities - Non union
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Provides advice and recommendations to the CEO regarding all aspects of the planning, procurement and implementation of YLW’s capital, infrastructure, and facilities program.
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Leads infrastructure planning. Accountable for asset inventories and management (e.g. runways, buildings, roads, utilities, underground systems, etc.) and infrastructure components (e.g. location, characteristics, installation date, expected life span, current condition, and maintenance and replacement schedule pertaining to each element).
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Leads, directs and provides executive oversight to YLW’s infrastructure and facilities development programs, including:
- Infrastructure and facilities processes, proposals, contracts and projects;
- Business cases, presentations and recommendations to CEO, Council and Airport Advisory and Consultative Committees; and
- Risk management.
-
Develops and oversees the 10-year capital program in alignment with the Airport Master plan.
-
Leads, directs and provides executive oversight to YLW’s multimillion-dollar annual capital improvement budget ensuring compliance with CEO and Council approvals, corporate policies, procedures and standards, and the responsible deployment of financial resources.
-
Provides input on long-term local and regional planning initiatives including the Official Community Plan and transportation.
-
Manages relationships with key internal and external stakeholders (e.g. clients, service providers, partners, industry contacts, local governments, Indigenous organizations and others) to collaborate on issues of mutual interest, apply influence, negotiate agreements, resolve issues and advance YLW priorities.
-
Contributes to the enhancement of the positive corporate culture, and the reputation of YLW within the community, region, sector, and industry.
-
Oversee a multidisciplinary team of contractors and consultants to ensure strategic goals and objectives are met.
-
Leads, directs, supervises and mentors a multidisciplinary team of employees. Manages performance, employee development, and makes hiring, discipline and dismissal recommendations, and allocates resources.
-
Participates in committees such the Canadian Airport Council Planning, Development and Infrastructure Committee.
-
Prepares and/or contributes to reports, statistics, presentations, communication materials, training programs and other media.
-
Maintains expertise in airport infrastructure and facilities management trends, best practices, operations and systems.
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Performs other duties as required
Credentials - Union
Knowledge - Non Union
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Undergraduate Degree in engineering, business administration or commerce, operations management or related discipline, and 10 years of recent related experience*; OR
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Recognized professional certification (e.g. facility manager, project manager, superintendent or owner’s construction manager) and 10 years of recent related experience*; OR
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A minimum of 15 years of recent related experience* in a similar role. *Recent related experience must include:
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Minimum of five (5) years of leadership experience managing diverse teams in a complex, safety-sensitive operational environment.
-
Experience leading the development and implementation of a capital and/or facilities improvement program for a facility of similar size and complexity.
-
Experience managing capital and operations budgets, leading procurement initiatives, negotiating contracts and overseeing contracted service delivery.
-
Preference may be given to candidates with:
-
Ten (10) years of experience leading the capital development program at an airport in Canada.
-
A post graduate degree (e.g. MBA) is an asset.
-
Industry standards, best practices and security, risk management and regulatory requirements related to all aspects of an airport capital and facilities program management and performance standards.
-
Canadian Aviation Security legislation, regulations and standards as they apply to airport infrastructure.
-
Issues, trends and challenges related to airport infrastructure planning, development and implementation.
-
All aspects of the oversight of construction management projects.
-
Financial management, procurement and contract management.
-
Human resource management.
-
Familiarity with Airport and City of Kelowna values and ability to support an ethical, supportive, and respectful workplace culture that champions equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Skills & Abilities - Non Union
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Excellent oral and written English communication skills, presentation skills and attention to detail when communicating. Able to communicate complex technical concepts in a manner that can be understood by the audience.
-
Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage performance, provide coaching, training and development, motivation, and corrective action when necessary.
-
Ability to manage multiple priorities and consistently produce results within timelines.
-
Decisive insight, problem solving, critical thinking and judgement skills.
-
Conflict management, negotiation and issues management skills.
-
Advanced research, analytical, organizational and continuous improvement skills.
-
Ability to develop and maintain positive and effective working relationships with employees and a wide network of internal and external contacts.
-
Ability to use a variety of information technologies and standard office and operation-specific software applications.
-
High level of integrity and ethical conduct, with a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of safety and compliance.
-
Ability to maintain confidentiality on all sensitive matters and to deal tactfully and effectively with elected officials, staff and management, media, and members of the public.
Competencies
Posting Text
Physical Demands
Special Instructions to Applicant
Please attach copies of your education/membership(s) as “other documents”.
Additional Hiring Information
The annual salary for this position ranges from $150,000 to $175,000, depending on qualifications and experience. The salary range is currently under review. Opportunities for salary growth are based on performance and tenure. We offer progressive employment practices and a great work environment. This is an exempt position that offers a competitive salary, employer-paid comprehensive benefits package, an earned day off program, paid vacation and one of Canada’s top pension plans.
The City of Kelowna is committed to being an organization that values and reflects its community’s diverse population, and to fostering an equitable, inclusive and progressive work environment where everyone can be their authentic self and feels a sense of belonging.
Pay Rate
$150,000 - $175,000 annually
Posting Date
10/27/2025
Closing Date
11/30/2025
Days of Work
Monday to Friday
Standard Hours per Day
7.5
Hours of Work
8 am to 4pm
Work Location
KELOWNA INT'L AIRPORT
Specify Work Location
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
- Resume
Optional Documents
-
Cover Letter
-
Driver's Abstract
-
Other Document 1
-
Other Document 2
-
Other Document 3
-
Other Document 4
Director, Planning, Development and Infrastructure
Top Benefits
About the role
Position Details
Posting Information
Posting Number
CK53879P
Position Title
Director, Planning, Development and Infrastructure
No. of Staff Required
1
Position Type
FT
If Term position, enter length of Term in months
Position Groups
Management and Exempt
Division
Airport (DV105)
Department
Airport (DP105)
Department Name
Infrastructure
Branch
Airport (BR 105)
Organizational Information
Purpose of your Position - Non Union
The Director, Planning, Development and Infrastructure leads, directs and oversees all aspects of Kelowna International Airport’s (“YLW”) capital improvement program ensuring that airport infrastructure, facilities and systems comply with regulatory requirements and meet the current and future requirements of airport passengers, airlines, systems and services. The incumbent is accountable for the oversight of a multimillion-dollar annual capital and operations budget, and the successful implementation of numerous infrastructure and facilities projects each year. The incumbent works in close collaboration with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), members of the senior leadership team and a wide network of internal and external contacts and partners. The
incumbent leads a multidisciplinary team of employees.
Classification Summary - Union
Duties - Union
Results and Activities - Non union
-
Provides advice and recommendations to the CEO regarding all aspects of the planning, procurement and implementation of YLW’s capital, infrastructure, and facilities program.
-
Leads infrastructure planning. Accountable for asset inventories and management (e.g. runways, buildings, roads, utilities, underground systems, etc.) and infrastructure components (e.g. location, characteristics, installation date, expected life span, current condition, and maintenance and replacement schedule pertaining to each element).
-
Leads, directs and provides executive oversight to YLW’s infrastructure and facilities development programs, including:
- Infrastructure and facilities processes, proposals, contracts and projects;
- Business cases, presentations and recommendations to CEO, Council and Airport Advisory and Consultative Committees; and
- Risk management.
-
Develops and oversees the 10-year capital program in alignment with the Airport Master plan.
-
Leads, directs and provides executive oversight to YLW’s multimillion-dollar annual capital improvement budget ensuring compliance with CEO and Council approvals, corporate policies, procedures and standards, and the responsible deployment of financial resources.
-
Provides input on long-term local and regional planning initiatives including the Official Community Plan and transportation.
-
Manages relationships with key internal and external stakeholders (e.g. clients, service providers, partners, industry contacts, local governments, Indigenous organizations and others) to collaborate on issues of mutual interest, apply influence, negotiate agreements, resolve issues and advance YLW priorities.
-
Contributes to the enhancement of the positive corporate culture, and the reputation of YLW within the community, region, sector, and industry.
-
Oversee a multidisciplinary team of contractors and consultants to ensure strategic goals and objectives are met.
-
Leads, directs, supervises and mentors a multidisciplinary team of employees. Manages performance, employee development, and makes hiring, discipline and dismissal recommendations, and allocates resources.
-
Participates in committees such the Canadian Airport Council Planning, Development and Infrastructure Committee.
-
Prepares and/or contributes to reports, statistics, presentations, communication materials, training programs and other media.
-
Maintains expertise in airport infrastructure and facilities management trends, best practices, operations and systems.
-
Performs other duties as required
Credentials - Union
Knowledge - Non Union
-
Undergraduate Degree in engineering, business administration or commerce, operations management or related discipline, and 10 years of recent related experience*; OR
-
Recognized professional certification (e.g. facility manager, project manager, superintendent or owner’s construction manager) and 10 years of recent related experience*; OR
-
A minimum of 15 years of recent related experience* in a similar role. *Recent related experience must include:
-
Minimum of five (5) years of leadership experience managing diverse teams in a complex, safety-sensitive operational environment.
-
Experience leading the development and implementation of a capital and/or facilities improvement program for a facility of similar size and complexity.
-
Experience managing capital and operations budgets, leading procurement initiatives, negotiating contracts and overseeing contracted service delivery.
-
Preference may be given to candidates with:
-
Ten (10) years of experience leading the capital development program at an airport in Canada.
-
A post graduate degree (e.g. MBA) is an asset.
-
Industry standards, best practices and security, risk management and regulatory requirements related to all aspects of an airport capital and facilities program management and performance standards.
-
Canadian Aviation Security legislation, regulations and standards as they apply to airport infrastructure.
-
Issues, trends and challenges related to airport infrastructure planning, development and implementation.
-
All aspects of the oversight of construction management projects.
-
Financial management, procurement and contract management.
-
Human resource management.
-
Familiarity with Airport and City of Kelowna values and ability to support an ethical, supportive, and respectful workplace culture that champions equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Skills & Abilities - Non Union
-
Excellent oral and written English communication skills, presentation skills and attention to detail when communicating. Able to communicate complex technical concepts in a manner that can be understood by the audience.
-
Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage performance, provide coaching, training and development, motivation, and corrective action when necessary.
-
Ability to manage multiple priorities and consistently produce results within timelines.
-
Decisive insight, problem solving, critical thinking and judgement skills.
-
Conflict management, negotiation and issues management skills.
-
Advanced research, analytical, organizational and continuous improvement skills.
-
Ability to develop and maintain positive and effective working relationships with employees and a wide network of internal and external contacts.
-
Ability to use a variety of information technologies and standard office and operation-specific software applications.
-
High level of integrity and ethical conduct, with a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of safety and compliance.
-
Ability to maintain confidentiality on all sensitive matters and to deal tactfully and effectively with elected officials, staff and management, media, and members of the public.
Competencies
Posting Text
Physical Demands
Special Instructions to Applicant
Please attach copies of your education/membership(s) as “other documents”.
Additional Hiring Information
The annual salary for this position ranges from $150,000 to $175,000, depending on qualifications and experience. The salary range is currently under review. Opportunities for salary growth are based on performance and tenure. We offer progressive employment practices and a great work environment. This is an exempt position that offers a competitive salary, employer-paid comprehensive benefits package, an earned day off program, paid vacation and one of Canada’s top pension plans.
The City of Kelowna is committed to being an organization that values and reflects its community’s diverse population, and to fostering an equitable, inclusive and progressive work environment where everyone can be their authentic self and feels a sense of belonging.
Pay Rate
$150,000 - $175,000 annually
Posting Date
10/27/2025
Closing Date
11/30/2025
Days of Work
Monday to Friday
Standard Hours per Day
7.5
Hours of Work
8 am to 4pm
Work Location
KELOWNA INT'L AIRPORT
Specify Work Location
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
- Resume
Optional Documents
-
Cover Letter
-
Driver's Abstract
-
Other Document 1
-
Other Document 2
-
Other Document 3
-
Other Document 4