Regional Manager, Airport Strategy – Remote work available

Why Work for Frontier Airlines? 

At Frontier, we believe the skies should be for everyone. We deliver on this promise through our commitment to Low Fares Done Right. This is more than our tagline – it’s our driving philosophy. Every member of Team Frontier has an important role to play in bringing this vision to life.  Our successful business model allows travelers to take advantage of our fast-growing route network while our bundled and unbundled pricing options allow our customers to personalize their travel experience and only pay for the services they need – saving them money along the way.

What We Stand For

Low Fares Done Right is our mission and we strive to bring it to life every day.  Our ‘Done Right’ promise means delivering not only affordable prices, but making travel friendly and easy for our customers.  To do this, we put a great deal of care into every decision and action we take. We must be efficient with the use of our resources and make smart decisions about how we run our business. We must also innovate and be pioneers – we’re not afraid to try new things.  While our business requires us to fly high in the air, we also consider ourselves down-to-earth in our approach, creating a warm and friendly experience that truly demonstrates Rocky Mountain Hospitality.

Work Perks  

At Frontier, we like to think we’re creating something very special for our team members.  Work is why we’re here, but the perks are nice too:  

  • Flight benefits for you and your family to fly on Frontier Airlines.
  • Buddy passes for your friends so they can experience what makes us so great.
  • Discounts throughout the travel industry on hotels, car rentals, cruises and vacation packages.
  • Discounts on cell phone plans, movie tickets, restaurants, luggage and over 2,000 other vendors.
  • Enjoy a ‘Dress for your Day’ business casual environment.
  • Flexible work schedules that support work/life balance.
  • Total Rewards program including a competitive base salary, short term incentives, long-term incentives, paid holidays, 401(k) plan, vacation/sick time and medical/dental/vision insurance that begins the 1st of the month following your hire date.
  • We play our part to make a difference. The HOPE League, Frontier Airlines’ non-profit organization, is dedicated to providing employees financial assistance during catastrophic hardship.

Who We Are

Frontier Airlines is committed to offering ‘Low Fares Done Right’ to more than 100 destinations and growing in the United States, Canada, Dominican Republic and Mexico on more than 350 daily flights. Headquartered in Denver, Frontier’s hard-working aviation professionals pride themselves in delivering the company’s signature Low Fares Done Right service to customers. Frontier Airlines is the proud recipient of the Federal Aviation Administration’s 2017 Diamond Award for maintenance excellence and was recently named the industry’s most fuel-efficient airline by The International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) as a result of superior technology and operational efficiencies.

What Will You Be Doing?

The Regional Properties Manager represents Frontier Airlines in its business with airport operators, landlords and other air carriers relative to airport development, real estate and facilities projects throughout the assigned portfolio. Remote Work Assignment:  This position is designated as a Remote Work Assignment, meaning that the functions of the job can be performed from Philadelphia, Las Vegas, Phoenix Florida and must be close to Orlando, Tampa or Miami-Dade Area. While in this position, you will be expected to adhere to Frontier’s Remote Work Policies. Limited and periodic travel to our office may be expected under a schedule agreed to by you and your supervisor.

The Regional Properties Manager represents Frontier Airlines in its business with airport operators, landlords and other air carriers relative to airport development, real estate and facilities projects throughout the assigned portfolio. This position will support Frontier’s operational strategy by negotiating and administering required leases/agreements and make certain operating facilities are adequate for Frontier’s operation and in accordance to company standards. This role is also required to model financial impacts of space and airport rate changes so that Frontier may make sound operational and business decisions while leveraging available resources to minimize cost associated with real estate leases.

Work Environment / Remote Work Options

  • This role can be based at our headquarters in Denver, CO or near a major hub where Frontier Airlines operates: Philadelphia, Miami-Dade, Orlando, Tampa, Atlanta, Cleveland, Cincinnati, Phoenix, and Las Vegas.
  • If remote, you must be able to follow our remote work policies, including ability and comfort level working from home with access to a high-speed internet connection
  • If headquarters-based, typical office environment, adequately heated and cooled

Essential Functions:

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  • Identifies key issues and develops strategic business solutions to properties and facilities issues at assigned airports.
  • Reviews and negotiates assigned properties and facilities agreements; develops summary of salient terms and conditions; assists with compliance with terms, conditions, options and notice requirements.
  • Assists with preparation of analyses of airport rates and charges; prepares budget projections and cost distributions for assigned leasehold space; seek opportunities for increased efficiencies and improved customer service.
  • Review and evaluate short and long term airport capital improvement plans and debt service impacts to airline cost centers.
  • Negotiates with airport executives, local governments, and other airlines to achieve corporate objectives.
  • Liaises with consultants/vendors/contractors and company stakeholders to achieve properties and facilities goals, as assigned.
  • Represents company at airport affairs committee meetings at assigned airports and works to advance company’s goals.
  • Assess future schedules to determine if airport facilities will be able to accommodate Frontier’s operation and coordinate with appropriate internal departments to assess upcoming opportunities or risks which may impact operational decisions.
  • Assists with special projects as assigned.
  • Develops improved procedures for more efficient properties and facilities operations.
  • Monitors airport industry developments and channels information for review

Qualifications:

  • Bachelors degree in Finance, Legal or Business related or equivalent experience required
  • Minimum 6 years of experience in a relevant field such as Finance and Legal, with emphasis on contract negotiation, financial modeling and strategic planning
  • Departmental budget and forecasting preparation and implementation experience required
  • Airline experience preferred
  • Masters degree preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Professional demeanor with the ability to model and motivate dedication and support for Company goals
  • Solid analytical and effective negotiation skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills evidenced by the ability to work and communicate effectively with all levels of management, employees and representatives of other airlines and airport management
  • Ability to define problems and work through solutions in a team building, non-threatening manner
  • Highly ethical and trustworthy leader that will represent the company to critical external audiences
  • Ability to travel on company-supported initiatives up to 60% of the time

Salary Range: $72,000 – $96,331

 

Please note this role has a closing date of on or before 8/22/2024 midnight MST

 

At Frontier Airlines, we wholeheartedly support and have a strong commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action. Frontier is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender variance, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, martial status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military, veteran status, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Diversity is an essential part of our success. Our company flourishes because of the unique backgrounds, skills and ideas that our team members contribute every day. We salute and actively recruit veterans. Military experience is valuable and transferable to many of the positions essential to the operations of our airline.

Frontier Airlines is a Zero Tolerance Drug-Free Workplace. All prospective DOT safety-sensitive employees are subject to pre-employment testing for the following drugs and their metabolites: Marijuana, Cocaine, Amphetamines, Opioids and Phencyclidine (PCP). Further, any DOT safety-sensitive job applicant who is found to have tested positive on any required drug or alcohol test at a former employer will be considered ineligible for employment with Frontier.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended only to describe the general nature and level of work required of the referenced position; they are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of individuals in this position.  Please be advised that duties and expectations of this position may be subject to change.

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