Overview
Location/s: London or Croydon, UK
Recruiter contact: Ainsley Anstess
Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy with over 20,000 employees across more than 50 countries and 140+ offices. We work across global industries, delivering exciting work that defines our future and makes a positive societal impact in the communities we serve. Our people power our performance – we succeed when they do. With opportunities to collaborate, learn, and grow, the possibilities for excellence are as varied as every individual. We are an employee-owned business and are committed to creating the right space for everyone to feel empowered, included, and valued. We aim for you to be brilliant.
About the business unit
We help conceive, drive, and implement transport solutions for cities, regions, and asset owners/operators around the globe. From preparing the business case and advising on related issues such as revenue, procurement, and environmental legislation to delivering the completed infrastructure and helping maintain it, our planning, engineering, environmental and management skills cover the whole project cycle. We play a major role in developing and delivering the Global Transport Sector Strategy.
Overview of the role
Our specialist aviation team is based in London, UK and Madrid, Spain and delivers major airport planning and development projects globally, working collaboratively with our regional offices. We are seeking an Airport Planner with a relevant qualification and professional aviation industry experience to join our aviation team, based in the UK. The candidate will be part of a globally respected and diverse team of airport planners, airfield engineers and forecast, capacity and business analysts. We are looking for a flexible and motivated person with a genuine passion for the aviation industry and a desire to make a difference in the world, with an appreciation for sustainability.
Key responsibilities
* Be responsible for the management and delivery of a variety of projects including airport masterplans, airport facility planning, capacity and demand analysis and simulation modelling
* Deliver, coordinate and manage airport planning and capacity tasks across airfield and apron, terminals and satellite buildings, landside transport, ancillary facilities and utilities; take on responsibilities of a Project Manager for small to medium-sized projects and/or workstreams involving airport planning activities
* Learn new technical, project management and people management skills from experienced project principals and technical principals
* Pass on technical knowledge to new graduates, training them on projects you are managing
* Report to and liaise with clients and key project stakeholders on the projects you manage
* Coordinate, manage, produce and submit proposals under the guidance of Bid Principals
* Collaborate with and learn from other disciplines in our aviation team, including airfield engineering, forecasting, project and asset management, and business planning
Candidate specification
We are looking for a flexible and motivated professional with experience and a genuine passion for the aviation industry.
To apply for this position, you must have:
* A degree in aeronautical engineering, civil engineering, air transport management, or airport planning; candidates with other relevant qualifications may be considered
* Fluency in English – knowledge of other languages is valued
* Relevant experience in the aviation industry, preferably with a chartership qualification or the ability to demonstrate equivalent transferable skills from another relevant industry
* Demonstrable professional experience in more than one technical field within airport planning (airfield and apron, operations, terminal, landside, utilities, airspace, etc.)
We are looking for candidates with the following characteristics:
* Proactive and with a learning mindset
* Embrace teamwork and collaboration in a multi-disciplinary, diverse project environment
* Methodical problem solving with the ability to apply critical thinking
* Ability to organise yourself and others on small projects and workstreams, including resources across disciplines
* Demonstrable capabilities in project management, programme management and commercial acumen
* Ability to manage and supervise more junior staff and train them in developing new skills
* Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills for effective client and colleague interaction
* Excellent written communication and attention to detail; ability to produce accurate technical drawings and professional reports
* Proficient in Word, PowerPoint and Excel (Power BI desirable)
* Competent in drawings platforms such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, AviPlan, Infraworks, Navisworks, Revit, etc. for airfield and terminal planning outputs
* Knowledge of simulation and modelling tools for airfield and terminal facilities
UK Immigration
Mott MacDonald Ltd. are not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. This decision follows changes to the Skilled Worker route by the UK Government in April 2024. We welcome applications from candidates eligible for alternative immigration routes that do not require sponsorship as a Skilled Worker now or in the future.
Agile working
We believe it makes sense for you and your manager to choose how you work to meet client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that supports well-being, flexibility, and trust.
Equality and accessibility
We are committed to equality and fair employment practices, creating an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute. If you are disabled or need support to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at reasonable.adjustments@mottmac.com so we can discuss how we can support you.
Benefits
Health and wellbeing
* Private medical insurance for UK colleagues
* Health cash plan for everyday costs and treatments
* Access to Peppy for menopause support
* Wellbeing program with support for you and your family
* Flexible benefits to tailor health options for you and your family
Financial wellbeing
* Employer pension contribution matching between 4.5% and 7%
* Life assurance up to 4x basic salary, with option to increase to 6x
* Income protection and return-to-work support
* Flexible benefits including additional life assurance, critical illness insurance, payroll saving, and will writing
* Profit-sharing through annual bonus schemes
Lifestyle
* Holiday entitlement of 33-35 days (including public holidays), with buy/sell options
* Holiday entitlement increases to at least 35 days after 5 years’ service
* Employee saving schemes and discounts from retailers
Enhanced family and carers leave
* 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave; two weeks paid paternity/partner leave
* Shared parental leave up to 24 weeks at full pay
* Up to five additional days leave for caring responsibilities, two paid
Learning and development
* Annual professional subscription to a primary institution
* Opportunities to enhance technical and soft skills through mentoring, formal training, and self-development
Networks and social outcomes
* Join networks and employee groups across the business, including communities for parents/carers
* Contribute to community-focused initiatives and social outcomes
Apply now, or for more information about our application process, click here.
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