Senior Aviation Business Consultant

Landrum & Brown is a global aviation consulting firm with airports at the core of our DNA. We bring passion and creativity to solve the most complex global aviation challenges with the potential to enhance the world.

Serving airports and other aviation clients for more than 70 years across all seven continents, our aviation consulting practice includes both planning and development services that span activation planning, airfield and airspace, business and finance, commercial development, environmental, ground transportation, master planning and strategy, terminal planning and design.

Do you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your expertise drives meaningful impact? Landrum & Brown is seeking a Senior Aviation Business Consultant to play a key role in our expanding Airport Business & Finance consulting practice. Based in our Chicago, IL office, this is a unique opportunity to work on high-profile projects, collaborate with industry leaders, and make a lasting impact on the aviation sector.

In this role, you will lead critical project initiatives, build and maintain strategic client relationships, and drive business growth—all while working alongside a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to innovation and excellence in aviation consulting.

If you have a passion for aviation business strategy and a talent for identifying and fostering commercial opportunities, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of airports and air travel.

• Prepare business analyses and lead tasks to support ongoing and future client assignments.

• Conduct aviation industry research as required to support clients and the firm.

• Maintain and develop internal firm proprietary databases.

• Prepare written reports, memorandums, and letters documenting analyses.

• Interact with L&B consulting staff and management at aviation clients to understand client needs and develop appropriate solutions and recommendations.

• Assist aviation clients in various business/commercial needs such as tenant lease negotiations, strategy and business deal development, and other advisory issues.

• Develop, maintain, and nurture both internal and external relationships.

• Establish trust and rapport by responding with urgency, integrity and pragmatism to client needs, while being cognizant of budget, scope, and other contract requirements.

• Support senior L&B staff and lead certain elements of proposal and marketing efforts.

• 6+ years of work experience in commercial/properties/financial functions at an airport, consulting firm, or other aviation company

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in aviation management, business, commercial development, or related fields

• Previous experience assisting with airport terminal concession contracts, airport rental car concession contracts, parking management contracts, airline use and lease agreements, fixed base operator contracts, and other aviation business contracts

• Previous experience in assisting with airport request for proposals and other procurement solicitations for airport business needs

• Exceptional critical thinking skills and ability to think through strategic issues and problem solve with limited direction

• Ability to manage numerous demanding tasks/projects under agreed upon deadlines

• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills applied in developing well-founded conclusions

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Strong analytical skills

• High level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

• Proficiency in airport lease management software would be an asset.

Landrum & Brown is committed to pay equity. As part of that commitment, we have provided the base compensation range of $78,000 - $138,000 annually for this position and local market. We recognize that each candidate brings a unique set of skills, experience, education and competencies to the table that will be reflected in our offer.

Landrum & Brown is proud to offer exciting career development opportunities.

Our benefits offering includes:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)/Health Savings Account…