Director, Capital Planning and Analysis, Airports Authority; GTAA

Director, Capital Planning and Analysis

July 13, 2026

The Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) is seeking a seasoned finance leader to spearhead the financial planning, forecasting, analysis, and performance management for our capital investment portfolio. As Toronto Pearson expands into one of the largest airport infrastructure programs in Canadian history, you will serve as a strategic partner to senior leaders across Finance, Infrastructure, Operations, Technology, and Commercial teams.

• Serve as a strategic finance leader for GTAA’s capital portfolio, providing trusted advice and decision support on major infrastructure investments.
• Lead enterprise‑wide capital forecasting, planning, and performance management processes to deliver accurate, forward‑looking insights to executives.
• Oversee the end‑to‑end capital investment lifecycle, including business case development, funding allocation, portfolio monitoring, and post‑investment performance evaluation.
• Develop and enhance sophisticated financial models, scenario analyses, and investment evaluations to support large‑scale infrastructure and transformation initiatives.
• Establish and strengthen capital governance frameworks, planning standards, and decision‑making processes to improve transparency, accountability, and financial stewardship.
• Provide executive‑level reporting and insights on capital program financial performance, risks, and opportunities.
• Lead the transformation of capital planning capabilities through the implementation of modern forecasting methodologies, systems, tools, and reporting frameworks.
• Partner closely with business leaders, project management offices, and finance teams to ensure investment decisions align with enterprise strategy and financial sustainability objectives.
• Build, lead, and develop a high‑performing team focused on capital planning, financial analysis, business case development, and capital program reporting.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, analytical rigor, collaboration, and innovation across the capital planning function.

• 10+ years of progressive experience in financial planning, capital finance, investment analysis, or related finance disciplines within large, complex organizations.
• Experience supporting large‑scale infrastructure programs, capital portfolios, or major investment initiatives in aviation, transportation, infrastructure, utilities, or other capital‑intensive industries.
• 7+ years of people‑leadership experience, including building, coaching, and developing high‑performing teams while leading complex financial planning processes.
• Demonstrated expertise in capital planning, forecasting, business case development, investment analysis, financial modelling, and performance management.
• Proven ability to influence senior leaders and executive stakeholders through data‑driven insights, strategic recommendations, and clear financial storytelling.
• Strong knowledge of capital governance, portfolio management, investment evaluation methodologies, and financial controls.
• Experience implementing or enhancing financial planning systems, forecasting tools, or enterprise reporting capabilities.
• Exceptional analytical, problem‑solving, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• A university degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related discipline.

• an MBA or graduate degree is considered an asset.
• CPA, CFA, or an equivalent professional finance designation.
• Demonstrated experience working in a customer‑focused, highly collaborative environment.
• Ability to obtain and retain Transportation Security Clearance at the designated level for the position.

We are an equal‑opportunity employer. The GTAA is committed to employment equity and maintaining a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

This position is exempt from Ontario’s 2026 pay transparency requirements under Regulation 476/24.