Apr 8, 2022
National Recruitment at MSP
Steven Baldwin Associates (SBA) has been retained to conduct a confidential, national executive search for the Director of Airport Maintenance and Asset Management at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP).
The position comes at a transformative time for the Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC), which operates MSP and six reliever airports in the Twin Cities region. With several large-scale initiatives underway, including the development of an integrated operations center and a comprehensive asset management program, MAC is seeking a visionary leader to guide MSP’s future.
👉 Download the MSP Candidate Brochure
About Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
MSP is consistently recognized as one of the best airports in North America, earning the top ranking in its size category five of the last six years. It is the 12th busiest U.S. airport by aircraft operations and the 17th busiest by passenger volume, hosting 40 million travelers annually and more than 400,000 takeoffs and landings.
With more than 100 tenants and several major development projects in progress, MSP is focused on improving passenger services, expanding gates, and modernizing lobby and baggage claim facilities as part of its 2030 Long-Term Comprehensive Plan.
The Role: Director of Maintenance and Asset Management
At this critical juncture, MSP is seeking a results-driven and innovative leader to oversee the Field Maintenance and Trades teams and to develop and implement a forward-looking asset management program.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading the airport’s maintenance and trades divisions
Developing MSP’s first formal asset management program
Supporting infrastructure improvements, including gate expansions and lobby upgrades
Driving optimization and innovation through data-driven decision making
Supporting long-term strategic initiatives outlined in MAC’s vision for airport operations
The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise with strategic leadership, ensuring MSP continues to set the standard for operational excellence.
📧 Interested candidates should contact Lisa Belt, Senior Associate at SBA, at lbelt@baldwinllc.com.
About Steven Baldwin Associates
Steven Baldwin Associates is dedicated exclusively to airport management consulting. With decades of experience, SBA supports airports through governance reviews, organizational assessments, executive recruitment, and strategic planning. The firm has successfully guided airports nationwide in strengthening leadership and adopting best practices.
FAQs
1. What executive role is open at MSP?
Director of Airport Maintenance and Asset Management.
2. Who manages the recruitment?
Steven Baldwin Associates.
3. Why is this role important now?
MSP is implementing a new integrated operations center and asset management program as part of long-term growth.
4. What is MSP’s national ranking?
12th busiest U.S. airport for operations and 17th busiest for passengers.
5. What is MSP’s long-term plan?
The 2030 Comprehensive Plan includes lobby and baggage claim upgrades, gate expansions, and improved facilities.
6. How can candidates apply?
By reviewing the official brochure and contacting Lisa Belt at SBA.
Conclusion
The Executive Search: Director of Airport Maintenance and Asset Management at MSP represents a unique opportunity to shape the future of one of the nation’s busiest and most celebrated airports.
By leading this recruitment, Steven Baldwin Associates reaffirms its expertise in connecting airports with leaders who can deliver operational excellence, innovation, and long-term growth.
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