Airport Engineering and Facility Services Contracts Lead

Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority

$94K — $137K *
Transportation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in facilities maintenance or service contracting.
  • Strong knowledge of contracting and procurement processes.
  • Ability to manage and inspect facilities maintenance services.
  • Proficient in developing technical specifications and large budgets.
  • Effective communication skills for negotiation and report writing.
  • Skilled in office software, especially databases and spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee multi-disciplined service contracts at DCA or IAD.
  • Assist in supervising COTRs and Contract Inspectors.
  • Administer the Service Contract Program across various disciplines.
  • Develop contract requirements and monitor procurement process.
  • Manage and assist in the development of complex contract budgets.
  • Prepare award recommendation documents for senior leadership.
  • Act as COTR or Contract Inspector as needed.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work at a major airport facility.
  • Engagement with multi-million-dollar contracts and budgets.
  • Potential for professional development and certification support.
  • Involvement in high-impact projects affecting public safety and infrastructure.
  • Dynamic work environment with diverse responsibilities.
Full Job Description
Compensation Grade:
S20
Salary Range:
$94,665.00-$137,265.00

Opening Date:
July 10, 2026

Closing Date:
July 25, 2026
Please Note: All job announcements close at 11:59 p.m. of the day before the posted closing date.

As the Airport Engineering and Facility Services Contracts Lead, you will oversee the multi-disciplined services contract program at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).

Serves in the Airport Engineering and Facility Services Department at IAD or DCA.

Works with Contract Coordinators to oversee the airport's multi-disciplined contracts, covering mechanical, electrical, civil, and environmental disciplines, focusing on contract formulation. Assists and monitors the Contracting Officer's Technical Representative's (COTR) development of statements of work and related documents and manages technical evaluation of procurement. Establishes and maintains contract and procurement management plans. Supports Department Manager in developing and executing complex, multi-million-dollar contracts and departmental budgets, and assists manager in supervising departmental staff. Performs related functions.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist the Manager in supervising a professional staff of COTRs and Contract Inspectors with an emphasis on the Contracts/Procurement side of the program.

Administers the Service Contract Program, covering mechanical, electrical, civil, conveyance and environmental disciplines. Includes the development of Scope of Work, ICE Production, and requisition details. Interaction with the Procurement department and Contract Lifecycle Management System (CLMS) in conjunction with COTR's level.

Assists in the development of contract requirements and documents including statement of work, ICE, Requisitions and Option year renewals, and procurement justifications for the Department

Manages the technical evaluation component of the procurement process.

Assists in the development and monitoring of complex, multi-million-dollar contract budgets as well as departmental budgets.

Develops award recommendation documents for senior management and the Airports Authority's Board of Directors.

Administers contracts, as necessary, due to staff shortages or due to unique skill requirements.

Serves as COTR and/or Contract Inspector as needed.

May substitute for the Division Manager in their absence.

Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Five years of progressively responsible experience in facilities maintenance or service contracting.

Knowledge of and ability to oversee contracting, procurement, and business processes.

Ability to manage, administer, and inspect resources, materials, business practices, and workmanship for a full array of facilities maintenance services.

Ability to develop technical specifications for facilities maintenance contracts.

Ability to develop and execute large value facilities maintenance budgets.

Ability to read analysis data and information, including engineering-based drawings, specifications, and schematics.

Ability to speak and write effectively, with emphasis on negotiation and persuasive techniques.

Skill in using computer and office suite software, with emphasis on database and spreadsheet software.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Certification as a Facility Management Professional (FMP) from the International Facility Management Association (IFMA); Certified Professional Maintenance Manager from the Association for Facilities Engineering (AFE); or Operations and Performance Management Professional (OPMP) Certification from the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE).

Experience in contracting or certification as a contracting officer.

A Bachelor's degree in any field.

Knowledge of CLMS and Workday programs.

Expertise administering conveyance system contracts [IAD Only].

EDUCATION

A high school diploma or a Certificate of General Educational Development (GED).

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES REQUIRED

A state driver's license in good standing.

NECESSARY SPECIAL FACTORS

Work is typically reviewed in progress and upon completion for quantity, quality, timeliness, teamwork, customer service, and other factors.

Operates vehicle landside and airside (requires AOA permit).

May be subject to night/weekend work.

Is subject to hold-over and recall on a 24-hour basis for essential services and emergencies such as snow removal. [IAD Only]

May be subject to potential hazards common to the airport environment and construction industry.

May require moderate to heavy physical exertion (lifting objects up to 50 pounds) during inspections. Wears personal protective gear, as necessary.

A background security investigation will be required for all new hires.

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