Executive Director – Bahamas Airports Portfolio

April 28 2025

Location: Tampa, FL, USA

The Company 

Plenary Americas is a leading specialized developer of long-term public-private partnership (PPP/P3) projects.  Since its inception in 2005, we have built a portfolio of 58 projects and more than $30 billion in North American assets under management. We are determined in our approach to deliver first-class infrastructure, build the right delivery solutions for the projects we work on and inspire people with our vision for transformational spaces. 

Why Work for Plenary Americas? 

Recognized as a Great Place to Work in both the US and Canada, we pride ourselves on our winning workplace culture. Our focus is on empowering our employees, driving results, building strong camaraderie, and celebrating our wins as a team. Together, we bring infrastructure to life. 

The Role

The Executive Director of Plenary Airports will oversee the successful development, operations, air service growth, and financial performance of Plenary’s Airport concessions, including South Bimini International Airport, North Eleuthera International Airport, Governor’s Harbour Airport, and Exuma International Airport, with potential for adding further airport projects to the portfolio over time.

Reporting to Plenary’s Group Co-Heads of Project Structuring & Investment and the board of Plenary’s Bahamas Airports investment companies (comprised of executive leadership), the Executive Director will have significant autonomy but will collaborate closely with executive leadership. The role requires ensuring compliance with Concession Management Agreements and budgetary targets while driving profitability and investment returns. Core responsibilities include:

• Implementing initial capital investment programs
• Proposing annual budgets and operational plans
• Identifying future capital expenditures
• Preparing formal quarterly Board reports
• Driving air service expansion and commercial growth

Significant air service development and commercial management of the airports are primary objectives of this role. Third-party consultants have identified opportunities to expand routes and airline services, increase aircraft sizes and flight frequencies, and grow both enplanements and general aviation (GA) airlift at the four airports. These opportunities are supported by the islands’ current accommodations and amenities, as well as planned future developments.

The Executive Director will lead airline engagement efforts and work closely with the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism and Aviation, contracted air service development and marketing consultants, as well as local resorts and businesses, to expand air service and enhance the portfolio’s success. Airport operations will be executed under a turn-key operations and maintenance agreement with Avports. While Avports will directly employ airport staff and appoint COOs (potentially one for Bimini and one for the other airports), the Executive Director will oversee Avports’ performance and make key decisions on operations. The role also includes coordinating with Plenary’s finance and construction teams to ensure aligned execution across the portfolio.

This role requires a unique combination of airport industry knowledge, detail oriented P&L management in a lean environment, and a focused but flexible approach that can deliver business success in the Bahamas.

Responsibilities  

• Oversee airport operations to meet Concession Management Agreement obligations and budget targets.
• Oversee implementation of major capital programs within established budgets.
• Develop new and enhanced air service at each of the airports.
• Drive profitability, investment returns, and efficient execution of capital investment programs.
• Develop and propose annual budgets, commercial strategies, operational plans, and future capital expenditure programs and coordinate with our in-house technical, financial, and legal experts to drive best-for-project decisions and manage Plenary’s interests in the project.
• Act as Plenary’s representative and develop strong working relationships with key governmental personnel and agencies.
• Ensure effective coordination of responsibilities between Plenary and Bahamian government agencies (such as security, ARFF, immigration/customs, etc.) to deliver safe and consistent airport operations.
• Assist with identifying additional potential airport concession opportunities, both within and outside of the Bahamas, and supporting the Plenary investment team in pursuing and securing contracts for identified opportunities.
• Develop an in-depth understanding of the concession agreements and related sub-agreements (e.g. services and construction contracts, etc.).
• Prepare regular monthly and quarterly reports regarding the project performance and status for Plenary’s senior leadership team.
• Prepare and/or review project documentation and correspondence (e.g. change orders, delay and/or compensation requests, dispute notices, required submissions) and support associated processes pursuant to the various project agreements.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in engineering, business, finance, law, or similar industry/field.
• Expertise in Airport Operations: In-depth knowledge of successful airport operations and management. With minimum 15 years’ experience.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of ICAO standards and other relevant airport and airline regulations specific to airports of similar size and function.
• Entrepreneurial Leadership: Hands-on executive with a proactive, results-oriented, entrepreneurial mindset, adept at thriving in a lean organizational environment.
• Commercial Acumen: Skilled in reviewing, developing, and negotiating commercial agreements, identifying new revenue opportunities, and managing cost-efficient staffing strategies, including career development and training programs.
• Project Oversight: Proficient in overseeing planning, design, development, and construction projects, ensuring delivery and identifying strategies and solutions within strict budget constraints.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and implement flexible, innovative solutions to achieve organizational objectives.
• Industry Relationships: Strong connections within the airline industry and expertise in airline route development.
• Regional Expertise: Understanding and capability to navigate and drive successful outcomes in the Bahamas/Caribbean context.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with annual bonus potential.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision, and 401k with employer contribution.
• Four weeks’ vacation.
• Long-term development opportunities and the ability to be part of an exciting and growing industry.

Note: Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted. Please accept our utmost appreciation for your interest. We are committed to continuous improvement, and a diverse and inclusive workplace for all. Plenary Americas is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and employment decisions are based on merit and business needs only. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.