Airport Development Analyst (NJUS)

NetJets•Columbus, OH

37d

About The Position

NetJets, the global private aviation leader for more than 60 years, provides the pinnacle of private travel, defined by a signature commitment to unwavering safety, personalized service, and reliable global access. Discover why NetJets is the ultimate career destination, offering exceptional benefits and growth opportunities. Purpose of Position The Airport Development Analyst is responsible for supporting new real estate projects across NetJets' network of key locations. This role includes assisting with all aspects of NetJets' Real Estate, Airport Development, and Infrastructure strategies, as well as contributing to the development and execution of procurement strategies that help secure dedicated infrastructure for both short- and long-term organizational success. Responsibilities include tracking and reporting on strategic planning initiatives, identifying target locations, conducting property searches, supporting deal maturation, and assisting with purchase and lease agreements, budget management, and project summaries. The role also supports project reporting related to schedule status, cost allocations, financing, cash flow, and risk identification. Additionally, the Airport Development Analyst will help manage third-party vendors and partners by contributing to sourcing, validation, and selection activities.

Requirements

Ability to think strategically, translate complex concepts into a clear vision, and recommend implementation plans with minimal guidance.
Strong analytical and communication skills to influence and support decision-making.
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, meet tight deadlines, and deliver on operational goals.
Excellent written and verbal interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships.
Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information and maintain trust in strategic relationships.
Ability to present key project and financial details to senior leadership in a clear, results-focused manner.
Experience managing project reporting, communicating status updates, and producing high-quality presentation materials.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint.
Ability to collaborate with architectural and design teams and clearly communicate design intent to third parties such as airports, FBOs, engineers, and general contractors.
Experience with both domestic and international project development.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with on airport real estate development efforts, including FAA oversight, environmental processes and construction management, preferred.
Experience with visualization software tools such as Bluebeam, preferred.
Industry specific certifications, licensing, coursework preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead project tracking of all pre-development activities, effectively identifying responsible parties and next steps.
Analyze site options and locations within NetJets' risk policies and profile.
Support NetJets pre-development activities to review potential real estate opportunities, evaluate site constraints, define due diligence requirements, and support environmental entitlement process.
Update Executive Leadership Team level project reporting and strategic planning documents.
Assist with reviewing transactional documents (leases, purchase and sale agreements, letters of intent, project management engagements, etc.).
Assist with ensuring the most efficient and cost-effective project execution method through data modeling and collaboration with stakeholders.
Assist NetJets corporate real estate and design teams with adherence to project schedules, budgets, and reporting.
Support the development and implementation policies, tools, and standards as a "best in class" real estate development team.
Support coordination with external stakeholders (consultants/development partners/airport staff/etc.).
Establish and maintain strong relationships with business stakeholders and suppliers, with a particular emphasis on managing expectations, driving compromise and consistent, pro-active communication is expected.
Support in house construction teams to monitor general contractor's work for overall compliance with development agreements.
Additional duties may include such things as event support, site visits/investigations, industry engagement, and business development type responsibilities.