Salary: $85,689.00 - $102,000.00 Annually
Location : Southwest Florida International Airport, 11000 Terminal Access Rd, Ste 8671, Fort Myers, FL
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 00823
Department: Development
Division: Development
Opening Date: 10/15/2026
Closing Date: 11/5/2026 4:30 PM Eastern
The PositionThe anticipated starting salary for the ideal candidate is between $85,689 and $102,000
The Lee County Port Authority (LCPA) is seeking an experienced and strategic Manager, Contracts to lead and oversee the contracts program within our Development Division. This pivotal role provides critical technical expertise and leadership in managing various capital improvement and operational project contracts across multiple departments.
The ideal candidate will excel at establishing efficient contract procedures, maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local grant regulations, and cultivating collaborative relationships with internal teams, contractors, and consultants.
Minimum Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Procurement, Accounting, Legal Studies, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of training and experience
- Minimum of 5 years managing or administering multiple contracts for large capital programs
- Advanced proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets (including complex formulas)
- Ability to pass a criminal background screening and drug test.
- Must obtain and maintain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge through the SIDA training process and TSA Security Threat Assessment
Key Responsibilities- Direct the full contract lifecycle-including preparation, review, amendments, task authorizations, invoicing, pay applications, and closeout ensuring alignment with authorized budgets and approvals
- Manage, mentor, and evaluate contracts administration staff; assign duties and foster a collaborative team environment focused on accuracy and efficiency
- Partner with Finance to resolve complex financial queries, review consultant/contractor payment requests, and implement internal control tracking systems
- Ensure contract compliance to Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and other grant agency requirements
- Oversee the contract management platform (e.g., Procore), update templates and procedures, maintain accurate trackers, and develop long-range goals to optimize workflow
- Develop and maintain comprehensive contract summaries for all projects
- Partner with Procurement on contract agreements and formal solicitations for capital projects
Emergency Response/Recovery ActivitiesLee County Port Authority personnel are designated by tier levels and may be called upon to assist with an emergency or unforeseen event at any time. Employees may be called to fulfill duties that are outside their normal scope of work to assist in resuming airport operations and flight activities.
Overview of BenefitsFlorida Retirement System (FRS)The Port Authority participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS). Employees have the option of choosing between two retirement plans:
1) FRS Pension Plan - traditional retirement plan that offers a guaranteed monthly benefit upon vesting requirements
2) FRS Investment Plan - benefit is based on contributions made to the account and on investment performance. Both plans require eligible employees to contribute 3% per paycheck, while the employer contributes 13.59% for regular class or 37.74% for Special Risk, and 32.60% for Senior Management Service Class (SMSC).
Medical InsuranceThe Port Authority offers two plan choices for all full-time employees, their legally married spouse and their dependents. Coverage begins the first of the month following their date of hire.
Dental InsuranceThe Port Authority offers a dental plan for full time employees, their legally married spouse and children.
Vision InsuranceThe Port Authority offers two (2) affordable plans options to select: Low and High Plan for full time employees, their legally married spouse and children.
Employee Assistance ProgramThe Port Authority provides this benefit at no cost to the employee. This is the availability of licensed professional counselors for personal issues with 100% confidentiality.
Flexible Spending Account(s)There are two (2) types of FSA reimbursement accounts that allows contributions to be deducted from each paycheck before taxes to cover expense with pre-tax dollars. This lowers your taxable income. 1) Medical Expense Reimbursement - covers out-of-pocket expenses for medical, dental and/or vision expenses; 2) Dependent Care Reimbursement - covers daycare costs for dependent children under the age of 13 or elderly adult daycare.
Life /AD & D InsuranceThe Port Authority provides this benefit at no cost to the employee. Employees are insured at an amount equal to the annual salary rounded to the next higher thousand dollars. The AD&D insurance provides additional coverage in the event the employee should lose their limb(s), eyesight or die.
Additional Life InsuranceThe Port Authority provides the employee with an option to purchase additional life insurance coverage for him/herself, their spouse and their child(ren).
Short Term DisabilityThe Port Authority provides the employee with short term disability coverage for him/herself at no cost to the employee. Benefits are paid to 60% of salary up to nine (9) weeks.
Long Term DisabilityThe Port Authority provides this benefit at no cost to the employee. Benefits are paid up to 60% of the employee's salary after being disabled for 60 consecutive days.
Direct DepositThe employee's payroll check is directly deposited into the bank of their choice.
Other Programs 457 Deferred compensation programs
Education reimbursement
On-site gym - RSW
Paid Time Off & HolidaysThe Port Authority offers a generous amount of paid time off in addition to 11 paid holidays, and 1 personal day
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Do you have a minimum of five years of experience in managing and administering multiple contracts?
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Do you have a Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, procurement, accounting, legal studies or a related field; or an equivalent combination of training and experience to fulfill the requirement of the job?
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Describe your experience with Excel/Google Sheets and indicate your level of experience (beginner, intermediate, advanced). Provide one example of work you produced with the program that demonstrates your level of proficiency.
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