Development Coordinator (4 Year Term)


Salary: Band 9 ($103,701.00 or $107,835.00)

Status: Full-Time,Term (4-year Term), Unionized

Work environment: Hybrid (3 days in office, 2 days WFH)

Number of positions available: 1

Closing Date: March 17, 2026

 

WHY CALGARY AIRPORTS

Powered by heart and dedicated to excellence, we’re the team that keeps Calgary connected – and you could be our newest member.

We’re in the business of uplifting people, and every day, we create runways to new places and possibilities, building a better airport experience for everyone.

WHAT’S THE TEAM LIKE

Operating within the Real Estate portfolio, the Development Services team is led by a General Manager and currently includes five Development Coordinators, with additional support brought in as needed to meet workload demands. The team is responsible for coordinating and supporting tenant development and construction activities across both terminal and groundside environments, guiding third-party projects through the Construction and Installation Permit process and coordinating technical reviews across the organization.

Working closely with internal and external stakeholders, the team helps ensure projects meet airport standards, codes, and operational requirements while protecting Calgary Airports assets. Development Services is known for being a high-performing, collaborative, and supportive team, operating within a relaxed and collegial environment supported by approachable leadership and strong working relationships.

WHAT ARE SOME OF THE RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Coordinate and oversee tenant development and construction projects from initiation through closeout across terminal and groundside environments.
  • Conduct site feasibility assessments and development analysis for new projects, identifying constraints, infrastructure requirements, and potential impacts to airport assets.
  • Guide third party projects through construction and installation permitting processes, ensuring alignment with airport standards, codes, and regulatory requirements.
  • Review and accept technical drawings, plans, specifications, and construction documentation across multiple disciplines (e.g., civil, electrical, mechanical, structural).
  • Act as a primary point of coordination between tenants, consultants, contractors, and internal technical teams to resolve issues and support project progression.
  • Lead and participate in project meetings, site reviews, and inspections, representing the interests of multiple internal stakeholders.
  • Coordinate with Project Managers and internal business owners to support capital project scoping, costing, scheduling, and integration with tenant work.

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO BRING

  • You’ll need to be eligible to obtain and maintain a RAIC, don’t worry – we’ll help you through this! For more details, check out: RAIC Program and Application Information
  • 4 to 6 years of experience coordinating and/or managing construction projects.
  • Post-secondary diploma in a related field of study (Civil Engineering Technology, Project Coordination or Business Analysis).). Relevant professional experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.
  • Demonstrated experience navigating permits, approvals, and technical review processes, such as development permits, building permits, construction approvals, or internal authorization workflows.
  • Proven ability to read and interpret technical drawings and plans (e.g., civil, electrical, mechanical, structural, architectural) to support project review and coordination.
  • Experience working within a landlord / tenant or asset owner environment, supporting third party development while balancing lease obligations, operational requirements, and asset protection considerations.
  • Understanding of working relationships and their practices with external agencies such as City of Calgary, Rocky View County, Transport Canada and NAV Canada.
  • Demonstrated experience providing guidance to tenants, consultants, or contractors throughout design and construction to support compliance with codes, standards, and approval conditions.
  • Experience working cross-functionally with internal departments (e.g., infrastructure, operations, finance, supply chain, IT) to coordinate reviews, resolve issues, and support project delivery.
  • Working knowledge of building codes, municipal planning processes, and approval requirements.

WHAT ADDITIONAL SKILLS ARE AN ASSET

  • Bilingual in English and French.
  • Knowledge of security regulations (i.e. fencing specifications, requirements for security for different types of projects, ongoing security requirements once tenant is operational, US and Canada Customs requirements, and pass control processes).

WHAT DOES DIVERSITY MEAN TO US

We are committed to building a team where exceptional leadership shines and our crew thrives both at work and at home. We believe that deliberate steps such as creating a workplace that is physically and psychologically safe, equitable to all, and actively and diligently taking steps along the path to reconciliation are the keys to making this a reality.

OUR VALUES

We prioritize genuine concern and compassion for everyone we engage with, from our team members to our partners and guests, always striving to help and support one another.

We actively seek diverse perspectives in our decision-making and collaboratively tackle challenges.

We work together with trust and transparency, supporting one another to achieve the collective goals of our organization.

We grow, evolve, and adapt with purpose, continually aligning our actions with our vision.

We embrace curiosity and boldly challenge the status quo, exploring new opportunities and taking thoughtful, responsible risks that drive purposeful innovation.




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